The Dalai Lama denies seeking independence for Tibet , saying he wants genuine autonomy , under which Tibetans can make their own policies on key issues , such as religious practices . Group : Tsering Woeser called for religious freedom in Tibet before setting herself alight . Tenzin is the ninth Tibet -- and first woman -- to commit self-immolation . Free Tibet also reported that at least 18 Chinese were shot and wounded during a protest . Activists : Acts reflect an increasingly repressive environment under Tibetan 's control .
Group : Tsering Woeser called for religious freedom in Tibet before setting herself alight . Tenzin is the ninth Tibet -- and first woman -- to commit self-immolation . Free Tibet also reported that at least 18 Chinese were shot and wounded during a protest . Activists : Acts reflect an increasingly repressive environment under Tibetan 's control .