Until they become conscious...

International acclaim and Local News

Welcome. On this blog you will find writings and videos on topics of Asia & human rights issues. Please feel free to comment on anything and follow me on Twitter! "Until they become conscious they will never rebel, and until after they have rebelled they cannot become conscious" - George Orwell - 1984 Praise for our documentary 'Train to Lhasa':- "Great work, this is really cool to see as an outsider. We really see nothing of Tibet" - jamminthedayaway | "Thank you for making this documentary video. The outside world needs to see what China is doing inside Tibet - to Tibetans" - TibetArchive | "By far the best up and close video tour of Potala palace. Enjoyed watching it. Great job." - tnyima | "I look forward to watching the other parts and to the day when such videos can be viewed in the Middle Kingdom without censorship" - Wizenedcompass | "Just can't wait to visit my birth place! I am crying watching this. Thank you for your lovely video" - Yiney86 | "Very informative documentary that definitely shows what China is doing in Tibet - doing to Tibetans" - TibetArchive | "I was completely captivated by this... i hope to travel to Tibet at some point in the future. Thank you for the amazing look into that area and keeping awareness on this mostly ignored part of the world" - spdybike | "Amazingly real, thank you" - lauriwarmigu | "China is dissolving Tibetan life and culture from every angle. Wow, thank you." - werspansio | " Thank you for this video and it's really sad to see how the Chinese government treats the Tibetans" - adamtashi | Praise for our documentary 'Across the Plateau':- | "Well done and very interesting. I've enjoyed all your documentary parts so far, each one better than the previous one. Congratulations!" - stonetube1000 | "Thank you, these videos filled my eyes with tears and I love my country Tibet. We need more support from the world. Thank you for these beautiful and rare pictures" - adamtashi | "Thank you for making this documentary and for not exposing any Tibetan people you talked to, as you know the consequences" - TibetArchive | "Thank you so much. I felt like I was traveling with you guys and seing all those holy and beautiful places. Thanks for this documentary and your support for Tibet" - 123klpd | "Thank you so much for uploading these amazing videos" - yangphel | "Impressive!" - venuschampagne | "I enjoyed it so much! I'll be going to Tibet and this is very helpful!" - marikojacinto | "Thank you my dear brothers. Your beautiful hard work has contributed to the betterment of humanity and of course helped in attaining equality, justice and respect for basic human rights and cultural freedom. On behalf of all humans who ever lived and will live, I thank you" - Iknowtibet | Praise for our documentary 'Through the Himalayas':- "Thanks for sharing. I will be heading to Nepal and Tibet in October and this series has given me an insight of what to expect" - leimaogowchor | "Great series!! Really enjoyed it! Thank you!" - stonetube1000 | "We're heading to Tibet and Mount Everest base camp next month! We're so happy to see such a detailed video, with lots of good advice along the way. Thanks guys!" - venuschampagne | "Thank you so much. I was able to travel to Tibet sitting right here in my room. My heart breaks for the Tibetan people. Thanks for going and for posting your videos" - Bunten3123 | "Wow what a beautiful world, Tibet. I appreciate both guys who filmed these. You guys are lucky to see Tibet- just hoping one day I will go back to my country, Tibet. Good luck on your journey" - norbu1987 | "Great job guys.... it was beautiful... and you guys are so lucky to see all those holy places.... all the best...thanks for supporting Tibet and keep up the good work..." - 75jampa | "Thanks a lot for a wonderful movie - all my family watched it. It is amazing. Peace and hugs" - rusbolt75 | "Great! Thank you for your courage and your determination in doing this documentary! We Tibetans and friends of Tibet are grateful. Thu je nang and Kadrinche!" - ChoeJhungLhaMola | To watch the acclaimed series online, just CLICK HERE

Wednesday, 14 March 2012

March for Tibetan Freedom, London 2012 - Report 2/3

THE SECOND of three reports filmed during the March for Tibetan Freedom which took place in London on Tibetan Uprising day 2012.

Filmed by Joe Briscoe on March 10th, 2012.

Click here to see the report on the Tibet Society, and here to see on Candle4Tibet.

Sunday, 11 March 2012

March for Tibetan Freedom, London 2012 - Report 1/3

THE first of three reports filmed during the March for Tibetan Freedom which took place in London on Tibetan Uprising day 2012.

Filmed by Joe Briscoe on March 10th, 2012.

Click here to see the report on the Tibet Society, here to see on Candle4Tibet,
and here on Tibet Custom.

March for Tibetan Freedom, Photos - Saturday, 10th March 2012

The march heads towards Trafalgar Square.
Photo by Joe Briscoe

"China lies, people die!"
Photo by Joe Briscoe

China: End occupation of Tibet!
Photo by Joe Briscoe

Tibetan Singers
Photo by Joe Briscoe

Tibetans are sacrificing themselves.
Photo by Joe Briscoe

"What do we want? Free Tibet!"
Photo by Joe Briscoe

"When do we want it? Now!"
Photo by Joe Briscoe

Any photos used must be properly credited.

Thursday, 23 February 2012

Secret Photo: Freedom?

This image from 2009 shows a Chinese security official closely watching
a group of Tibetans on the slopes of the Potala Palace.
Chinese forces were present wherever we saw small gatherings such as this.

Even small gatherings of people are controlled by the Chinese in Tibet.
Photo by: Joe Briscoe, 2009

Any photos used must be properly credited.

Sunday, 29 January 2012

Chinese New Year Celebrations - Freshwater - 29th Jan 2012

THE new Chinese year of the Dragon was celebrated in style on Sunday night with a traditional Chinese lion dance at both Freshwater and Newport Hong Kong Express restaurants. Manager Michael Hang, and martial arts instructor Simon Lailey spoke to Joe Briscoe about the performance, it's meaning, and the importance of recognising different cultures on the Isle of Wight.

Click here to see on IW Radio, here on the County Press,
here on Island Pulse and here on iwightTV.

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