Hundreds of Tibetans in Markham County (TAR) are facing a potentially violent reponse from Chinese security forces to their peaceful protest against the mining of the sacred Ser Ngul Lo Mountain. The protesters believe mining in the region has poisoned local water sources and caused the deaths of both people and cattle. They have been blockading the road leading to the mountain since May 16th to stop Zhongkai Co. from mining at the site.

Read Radio Free Asia's report on the protests and the Chinese government's response.

Under Chinese occupation, Tibetans have been denied their internationally recognized right to determine the use of their own land and natural resources. Mining in this context poses a serious threat to the Tibetan people, their culture, and the environment.

Learn more about how you can help stop mining in Tibet: www.StopMiningTibet.org