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Join the Global Flag Raising for West Papua on 1st December!
November 16, 2020
On the 59th anniversary of the first raising of West Papua’s symbol of independence, the Morning Star Flag, we invite you to take part in this year’s Global Flag Raising action to show your solidarity for West Papua’s freedom and right to self-determination. To help show the growing worldwide support for West Papua, each year we ask supporters […]
‘Music Is A Weapon’ MCR Punks For West Papua
November 4, 2018
On December 1st, 2018 the newly formed Manchester (MCR) Punks For West Papua chapter will officially launch in the U.K.. Alphabet Brewing Company is located at 99 N Western St, Manchester M12 6JL, UK Show starts at In the Summer of 2019 Manchester Punks for West Papua will attempt…
Take the Free West Papua Challenge!
March 14, 2018
Could YOU use your talents or do something you’ve never done to raise support for West Papua? Could YOU take the #FreeWestPapuaChallenge? Over the years, around the world people have undertaken incredible and inspiring acts of solidarity with West Papua, by themselves and in groups, to raise much-needed awareness and…
Rockin’ for West Papua peace concert held in London
March 9, 2018
On Sunday 4th March, the Rockin’ for West Papua peace concert was held at the Dublin Castle in Camden, which saw some awesome acts all coming together to raise awareness and money for the Free West Papua Campaign.
Rockin’ for West Papua 2018; London March 4th!
February 28, 2018
Show your solidarity for West Papua by coming to the Rockin’ for West Papua Peace Concert, an important fundraising gig raising awareness and support for West Papua’s freedom through the power of music.
Come to the Rockin’ for West Papua – London Peace Concert!
January 19, 2018
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE Launching our first big music event for 2018, Rockin’ For West Papua comes to London’s “The Dublin Castle”. Show your solidarity for West Papua by coming to the Rockin’ for West Papua Peace Concert, an important fundraising gig raising awareness and support for West Papua.
Free West Papua support from Aoteaora New Zealand band Katchafire!
October 29, 2017
Last night in Oxford, United Kingdom, world renowned band Katchafire from Aotearoa New Zealand gave a Free West Papua shout out! Katchafire are known around the world as an inspiring reggae band and are also Free West Papua supporters.
Rockin’ for West Papua Peace Concerts held around the world!
October 12, 2017
Last year, there were over 80 bands playing in 14 concerts in 5 different countries. This year there were over 150 bands playing in 27 concerts in 5 countries! In Aotearoa New Zealand Auckland (2 concerts): SJD, Steve Abel, Jocee Tuck, Sean McMahon, DJ English Jake, The Biscuits, The Hollow
Message from Rockin’ for West Papua founder, Ash Brennan
October 12, 2017
Below is a message from Ash Brennan, the founder of Rockin’ for West Papua, a series of peace concerts held around the world for West Papua every year. He expresses his thanks and gratitude on behalf of the Free West Papua Campaign to all those who helped this all these…
Support from world renowned artist J BOOG for West Papua
May 8, 2017
On 4th May, legendary Pacific artist J BOOG met with friends and family members of West Papuan Independence Leader Benny Wenda, in Oxford United Kingdom. A world famous musician of Samoan origin, J BOOG has inspired the people of West Papua and people across the Pacific with his promotion of…