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  ICT Events · [email protected]
February 23, 2021 at 5:33 PM

Tibet Talks Special Edition: "Tibet in Chains" Book Launch

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
February 19, 2021 at 8:08 PM

Richard Gere and SoS Blinken’s Losar greetings | New blog post “On Making a Difference” | Biden Administration on Tibet

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it." — AMANDA GORMAN ICT’s Interim Vice President Tencho Gyatso on Losar, the Tib…
  ICT · [email protected]
February 12, 2021 at 4:12 PM

Losar Tashi Delek! 🐂

From all of us at ICT, we wish you a Happy Tibetan New Year!   1825 Jefferson Place NW Washington, DC 20036 (202) 785-1515 Connect with Us You are subscribed to the International Campaign for Tibet's email list. You can unsubscribe here.  
  ICT · [email protected]
February 11, 2021 at 9:06 PM

Join the US State Department’s virtual reception for Losar

Losar Tashi Delek! Join the State Department’s virtual reception. Join the State Department’s virtual reception for LOSAR THE TIBETAN NEW YEAR ICT Board Members Richard Gere and Gare Smith will attend the program along with Tibetan American associations and State Depar…
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
January 29, 2021 at 5:03 PM

Dalai Lama greets New Year | Congress passes Tibet legislation | Tashi Wangchuk released from prison

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world." — ANNE FRANK ICT's Interim President Bhuchung Tsering shares the latest news a…
  Bhuchung K. Tsering, ICT · [email protected]
January 27, 2021 at 9:22 PM

Sign our petition to the UN: Stop torture in Tibet

A 19-year-old monk has died after he was beaten in police custody. Now, we must demand an investigation into his killing—and a stop to China’s torture and abuse in Tibet. Dear John, A 19-year-old monk has died after he was beaten in police custody. Now, we must de…
  Tencho Gyatso, ICT · [email protected]
January 7, 2021 at 5:14 PM

Dalai Lama and Greta Thunberg!

His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Greta Thunberg and leading scientists in “A Conversation on the Crisis of Climate Feedback Loops” this Saturday Dear John, Like most people, I’m hoping this year will be better than the one we just lived through. But if 2020 taught us …
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
January 5, 2021 at 10:43 PM

Together, we did some big things for Tibet...

Thanks to you, we’ve achieved so much over the past year. Here are the highlights:   Dear John, Thank you for your incredible support of the Tibetan people over the past year. Despite the many challenges faced across the world, through the dedication of members li…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
January 1, 2021 at 12:16 AM

FW: URGENT Match for Tibet Expires in Just Hours

Your match for Tibet is expiring, John John, Time is nearly up for the Flame of Hope Matching Gift Challenge! In just a few short hours the match will expire, along with our best chance to raise $500,000 for Tibet. Please let our Tibetan brothers and sisters know that…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
December 31, 2020 at 1:56 PM

Midnight Deadline: 2x Match for Tibet ⏰

Richard Gere is waiting to hear from you before midnight. Dear John, This is one of the most important days of the year—because it’s the last chance for ICT members, amazing friends like you, to make a final year-end gift to fuel our work to help build a peac…
  Bhuchung K. Tsering, ICT · [email protected]
December 30, 2020 at 4:07 PM

Flame of Hope match ends tomorrow!

Richard Gere and friends will still match your gift, but time is running out to make double the difference. Dear John, I’m so grateful that during this busy season, in an especially challenging year, you’re taking the time to read this note and stay connected…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
December 27, 2020 at 4:55 PM

Time is running out to support Tibet this year

The next 4 days are vital to efforts in support of Tibetans. Please make your gift now. Dear John, This year we’ve seen that it is possible to act decisively to protect Tibetans’ human rights, culture and identity and the unique environment of the Tibetan pla…
  ICT Priorities · [email protected]
December 26, 2020 at 3:56 PM

Claim your match for Tibet before the deadline, John

“There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done…”   I, John, There are only 5 days left to claim your match for Tibet in the Flame of Hope Matching Gift Challenge. When this opportunity expires on December 31st, will your gift be counted? Richard…
  Tencho Gyatso, ICT · [email protected]
December 23, 2020 at 4:12 PM

What Tibetan Buddhists endure every day

There’s still time to help stop China’s assault on Tibetan Buddhism. Will you make a gift to be matched before the end of the year? Dear John, For more than 600 years, since the beginning of the lineage of the Dalai Lamas, Tibetan Buddhists have named the succ…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
December 22, 2020 at 1:54 PM

BREAKING: TPSA passed by Congress!

This is the victory we’ve been waiting for. Eighteen long years after Congress passed the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002, it has now made the Tibetan Policy and Support Act the law of the land. Dear John, Together, we’ve done it. We’ve changed US policy on Tibet. Lat…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
December 19, 2020 at 2:23 PM

FW: The latest from Richard Gere

Our Board Chair’s message is more important than ever. John, We’re halfway through the Flame of Hope Matching Gift Challenge, and we’re close to our goal! But to raise the full $500,000 to support a peaceful future for Tibet, we need everyone who’s able to make a donation. Wi…
  Richard Gere, ICT · [email protected]
December 17, 2020 at 4:20 PM

Let’s work together for Tibet

John, we still have a long way to go in our work for Tibet. Donate today and my friends and I will match every dollar of your gift. Dear John, I hope you and your loved ones are safe in these difficult and strange times. We’ve all been challenged on many leve…
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
December 11, 2020 at 4:12 PM

Exciting appointment for ICT’s President | Dalai Lama congratulates President-Elect Biden | ICT's 2021 wall calendar now available!

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "In a gentle way, you can shake the world." — MAHATMA GANDHI ICT’s President Matteo Mecacci shares news about his exciting appointment to the OSCE — In this video, hear ICT’…
  ICT Flame of Hope · [email protected]
December 10, 2020 at 4:38 PM

You keep the flame of hope shining brightly in Tibet

Your gift will be matched and make 2x the difference for Tibet!   Today your gift to ICT will be matched by Richard Gere and friends, up to $250,000, through the Flame of Hope Matching Gift Challenge! ICT’s community of compassion is needed to support the people of Tibet …
  ICT Events · [email protected]
December 9, 2020 at 3:52 PM

Tibet Talks: Dalai Lama's Nobel Prize anniversary with Geshe Thupten Jinpa

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  Bhuchung K. Tsering, ICT · [email protected]
December 8, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Hope for the future of Tibet

With the Flame of Hope Match Challenge, your gift makes 2x the difference. Dear John, As a member of the ICT community, you have helped to win big legislative victories for Tibet this year. For the first time ever, Chinese officials who prevent Americans fro…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
December 5, 2020 at 1:53 PM

Which member card is your favorite?

The designs for our 2021 member card are here—vote for your favorite now!         John, Around the world, ICT members carry their cards as a way of showing solidarity with the Tibetan people and raising awareness for the Tibetan cause. N…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 11:54 PM

FW: John, it’s the last chance for a 3X match

3x match expires at midnight John, With only a few hours left for the Giving Tuesday Super Match Challenge, I wanted to be sure you saw the below message from my colleague Tencho. She shares why your support is so important to the Tibetan people, especially now. The gift you …
  Tencho Gyatso, ICT · [email protected]
December 1, 2020 at 12:54 PM

One gift will help Tibet 3X today

Today Only: Your gift has 3X the power, thanks to this Super Match. Dear John, Today is Giving Tuesday and you have the opportunity to triple the impact of your generosity in support of my Tibetan brothers and sisters. While all of us in the global community…
  ICT Super Match · [email protected]
November 30, 2020 at 3:41 PM

Watch your gift TRIPLE today

With a super match from Richard Gere and friends, your gift for Tibet goes 3x as far.         John, Richard Gere and friends believe so strongly in our movement that they’ll match your gift by midnight tomorrow twice. With this “Super Match,” when…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
November 27, 2020 at 3:54 PM

3X Super Match starts right now!

We’re getting a head start on Giving Tuesday, with a 3X match starting now. Dear John, I’ve got exciting news about our Flame of Hope matching gift challenge. As you know, ICT Chairman Richard Gere and a small group of friends have offered to match up to $25…
  ICT Team · [email protected]
November 26, 2020 at 1:53 PM

Thanks for all you do for Tibet, John

From our ICT family to yours, we just want to say thank you, and have a safe and joy-filled Thanksgiving. HAPPY THANKSGIVING from our ICT family to yours!   We’re thinking of you today, John, and we’re so grateful for your support—during this challenging time—…
  ICT Match Challenge · [email protected]
November 24, 2020 at 3:54 PM

John and Richard Gere for Tibet

Flame of Hope Matching Gift Challenge: Double your impact for the Tibetan cause when you donate today.         Half a million dollars. That’s how much we can raise to help the people of Tibet when you join forces with Richard Gere. That’s because wh…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
November 17, 2020 at 4:05 PM

Can I tell Richard Gere you’ll join him?

$250,000. That’s the matching gift set forth by Richard Gere and friends for ICT—and we need your help to make sure every dollar is maximized to help Tibet. Dear John, Everything you do to help the people of Tibet makes a difference. Participating in petitio…
  Richard Gere, ICT · [email protected]
November 12, 2020 at 5:18 PM

John, I’m ready to match your gift for Tibet

Kindness and goodness. This is what inspires us. When you give to ICT, my friends and I will match your gift—and together we will make a difference for Tibet. Dear John, I hope this finds you in good health. 2020 has been a year of extraordinary challenge for…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
November 1, 2020 at 3:18 PM

This is not about politics

Tibet must remain a priority for all politicians. Will you help keep it that way? Dear John, Politicians can’t seem to agree on anything these days. But there is one issue where they are able to find common ground: the people of Tibet should be free of oppres…
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
October 30, 2020 at 4:14 PM

Dalai Lama’s statement on UN treaty | Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues appointed | Tibet 2020 concludes

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "You cannot shake hands with a clenched fist." — INDIRA GANDHI Bhuchung Tsering shares updates on ICT’s Tibet 2020 Campaign and more — In this video, hear ICT’s Vice Preside…
  Bhuchung K. Tsering, ICT · [email protected]
October 27, 2020 at 2:57 PM

Tibetans need you to persist

Your persistence makes a difference for my Tibetan brothers and sisters. Stand with us, and you’ll bring change to Tibet. Dear John, Sixty years have passed since my family fled Tibet to escape Chinese Communist oppression. I was a small child then. For my en…
  ICT Priorities · [email protected]
October 22, 2020 at 7:52 PM

Persistence = Progress

Your persistence in standing with Tibetans is producing impressive and impactful results.         Progress toward peace and freedom for the people of Tibet doesn’t come as quickly as we would like. But we are getting closer to that goal. With the hu…
  Tencho Gyatso, ICT · [email protected]
October 15, 2020 at 3:09 PM

It’s the last chance to receive your special lotus flower

Time is running out to receive your special thank you gift for supporting peace and justice in Tibet. Dear John, The lotus is one of the eight Auspicious Symbols in Tibetan culture. It represents purity of mind as well as the awakening of compassion. You can …
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
October 8, 2020 at 3:34 PM

Keep the Tibetan cause in your heart

Send your message of gratitude for the Dalai Lama’s 85th birthday! Dear John, As a token of our gratitude, I want to send you a special gift. Because your compassion for the people of Tibet does so much—and is so needed right now. Everything we’ve done to st…
  ICT Events · [email protected]
October 6, 2020 at 4:34 PM

Tibet Talks with Dr. Stephan Rechtschaffen

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT Events · [email protected]
October 1, 2020 at 2:40 PM

Tibet Talks with scholar Adrian Zenz

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT Gift · [email protected]
September 30, 2020 at 4:37 PM

Your special gift is waiting to be revealed, John

For your incredible dedication to the Tibetan people, this unique token of thanks is yours when you donate $15 or more to ICT.         The oppression in Tibet has awakened the boundless compassion of so many around the world. As a symbol of your end…
  Matteo Mecacci, ICT · [email protected]
September 26, 2020 at 12:14 PM

Spy operation against Tibetans in NY uncovered

An NYPD officer was arrested this week and charged with spying on Tibetans for the Chinese government in a case that shows the importance of our advocacy for Tibet. Dear John, An FBI investigation has uncovered evidence of China spying on Tibetan Americans. And wh…
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
September 25, 2020 at 4:41 PM

Video: Dalai Lama addresses G7 | NYPD officer accused of spying for China | Biden statement in support of Tibet

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time." — RUTH BADER GINSBURG Tencho Gyatso shares recent developments and a video message from the Dalai Lama — In this …
  ICT Events · [email protected]
September 23, 2020 at 3:06 PM

Tibet Talks with Congressman Andy Levin (now a podcast too!)

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT Events · [email protected]
September 8, 2020 at 4:56 PM

Tibet Talks with Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (now a podcast too!)

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
August 21, 2020 at 3:14 PM

Hollywood censorship of Tibet | Dalai Lama on “Conflict, COVID and Compassion” | ICT Talks with Clinton and Bush administration officials

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them." — IDA B. WELLS-BARNETT Hear from ICT’s Communications Officer about ICT’s Tibet 2020 Campaign — In this vi…
  Tencho Gyatso, ICT · [email protected]
August 11, 2020 at 5:26 PM

We can meet our goal for Tibet, John

Will you join us? We’re raising $50,000 for programs that empower Tibetans to protect their culture. Dear John, With your support today, we can reach our fundraising goal for Tibetan empowerment—and you can help Tibetan culture endure. Along with fellow memb…
  Conrad Anker, ICT · [email protected]
August 5, 2020 at 3:12 PM

Our support is crucial to helping Tibetans save their culture

You and I help Tibetans preserve their culture in many ways. And your support of The Rowell Fund for Tibet can keep Tibetan culture alive and well. Dear John, Reaching the summit of Mount Everest is a lifetime goal for many mountaineers. And for me, displaying a T…
  ICT Events · [email protected]
August 3, 2020 at 5:53 PM

Tibet Talks: Former White House Counsel Greg Craig

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT · [email protected]
July 29, 2020 at 2:53 PM

You can give Tibetans the power to protect their culture

Help empower Tibetans by supporting programs like The Rowell Fund for Tibet.         Tibetans are working to preserve and protect their culture—and you can directly support them. Donate to Tibetan empowerment programs like The Rowell Fund for Tibet…
  ICT Events · [email protected]
July 28, 2020 at 3:38 PM

Tibet Talks: Ambassador Paula Dobriansky in conversation with ICT President Matteo Mecacci

Our new conversation series will give the ICT community the chance to hear from leaders who have been inspired in their work by the Dalai Lama and want to share what they’ve learned.   GOOGLE   APPLE ICAL   …
  ICT Tibet Update · [email protected]
July 24, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Tibet Law Implemented | Dalai Lama on Passing of John Lewis | Richard Gere Testifies in Senate

A news update from the International Campaign for Tibet "It’s in keeping with the philosophy of nonviolence. That’s what the movement was always about, to have the capacity to forgive and move toward reconciliation." — CONGRESSMAN JOHN LEWIS …