Tibet Watch

Promoting the human rights of the Tibetan people

Earthquake in Eastern Tibet

Tibet Watch is working closely to monitor the earthquake which has hit Yushu where we know thousands of Tibetan people have been injured and left homeless. According to reports received by Tibet Watch, ‘every family has lost someone’.

Media reports have stated the earthquake struck ‘China’ Yushu is in fact situated in one of the Tibetan Autonomous prefectures. The vast majority of people who live in Yushu are Tibetan.

As the humanitarian response moves from saving life to longer term development the needs of the Tibetan people must be prioritised. The earthquake will mean huge sums of money will be invested. It is vital Tibetans have equal access to any opportunities these funds create, including employment. As new infrastructure is built, including homes, schools and hospitals we hope they reflect the Tibetan identity of Yushu.

Tibet Watch aims to monitor the impact of aid and ensure aid does not marginalise Tibetans.

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