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Category: Vanuatu
West Papuans arrested, beaten and jailed for supporting full membership of the Melanesian Spearhead Group
April 11, 2016
On 5th April, West Papuans commemorated what they refer to as the Day of Hope, the day that the West Papuan Parliament was first launched in 1961. Indonesian military and police storming the peaceful West Papuan prayer gathering because West Papuans were praying for full membership…
Rize of The Morning Star launches CD Compilation #02
March 17, 2016
We’re very happy to share with you all that the international movement Rize of the Morning Star has just released their second CD compilation which features many prominent musicians from around the world, using their musical talents to raise international awareness and support for West Papua’s freedom.
Pacific Islands Forum to ask for Fact Finding Mission to West Papua
September 16, 2015
After many months of campaigning, lobbying and support from across the Pacific and around the world, we are happy to report that the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) has taken action on West Papua. As well as showing concern about the human rights violations in West Papua, the leaders of the…
Letter of condolence after the death of former Vanuatu Prime Minister, Edward Natapei
July 29, 2015
We are very sad to learn of the tragic passing away of former Vanuatu Prime Minister and true hero for the West Papuan freedom struggle, Edward Natapei. Mr Natapei was…
MSG Leaders’ Summit Commences
June 18, 2015
Contact: Natalie Smith, Coordinator, Free West Papua Scotland, 07883202154 [email protected] For immediate release: 18th June 2015 Today officials and representatives of the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG), a Pacific regional trade and cultural body, began to arrive in Honiara where the MSG leader’s summit will be taking place on the 24th-26th
West Papua moves to join the Melanesian family
June 18, 2015
For media and press related inquiries you can contact the Free West Papua Campaign on +44 (0) 1865 403202 or through e-mail via [email protected] PRESS RELEASE Today the sub-regional body, the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) will meet and begin to decide on MSG membership of West Papua. Background The Melanesian
Pan-Pacific solidarity for West Papua launched at protest
April 18, 2015
Today, history was made in London as West Papuan independence leader Benny Wenda declared the start of a new Pan-Pacific solidarity for West Papua. Free West Papua Campaign protest held Today, the Free West Papua Campaign held a protest in front of the Indonesian Embassy in London to call for…
Indonesian police shoot Papuans fundraising for Vanuatu after Cyclone Pam
March 21, 2015
PRESS RELEASE Dear everyone It brings me much sadness and grief to report that 2 days ago on the 19th of March; 4 more of my people were shot by the Indonesian police. 1 was killed and at least 3 more were arrested, all simply for attending a peaceful fundraiser…
Urgent Pacific Disaster Appeal after Cyclone Pam
March 15, 2015
West Papua independence leader Benny Wenda has launched this urgent appeal to help those affected by Cyclone Pam which has caused much loss of life and destruction throughout many Pacific nations. Please Donate here Benny…
Benny Wenda’s Solidarity message after Cyclone Pam
March 15, 2015
To my fellow Pacific Islanders, who have suffered and are bravely enduring the devastating effects of Cyclone Pam: Dear brothers and sisters, My heart is full of pain to learn of the tragic loss of life and the destruction caused by the terrible event of Cyclone Pam that has affected…