Chad Solidarity
Appeal
Alex Neve has returned from the Amnesty
Mission in Chad
Please write words of encouragement to human rights activists
in Chad
>> Click here to add your message <<
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| Photos from Alex Neve's visit to Chad. |
The crisis in Darfur is no longer confined to Darfur. The conflict
and widespread human rights abuses have been spilling across the
border into neighbouring Chad. The recent Amnesty mission found that
those abuses are now deeply entrenched in eastern Chad. The Darfur
crisis is fast becoming a regional human rights tragedy.
As if it is not enough to face attackers pouring over the border
from Darfur, civilians in eastern Chad have been abandoned
by their own government as well. Chadian authorities have completely
failed to even try to provide the people of eastern Chad with
any protection from these increasing human rights abuses.
During Amnesty International's mission in November, we
met with a handful of determined local human rights groups
who are starting to speak up, to put pressure on the Chadian
government to do more to protect civilians from these mounting
attacks.
The Chadian Association against Violence, the Chadian Association
of Women Lawyers, the Association for the Promotion of Fundamental
Freedoms in Chad, and the Chadian Association of Traditional
Chiefs, together, need our help. These groups represent a ray
of hope amidst the despair that has taken hold in eastern Chad.
From Canada we can offer them help and encouragement, and contribute
to ending the violence that has devastated the region.
Please, help us support these groups. Share some words of encouragement,
and make a financial contribution of $2.00 per word to back
up your support. Amnesty International Canada will send your
words of hope and encouragement and all of the funds raised
through this initiative directly to these groups in Chad.
Send a message of encouragement and hope to our friends in Chad during this time of crisis, and contribute $2.00 per word. Click here to add your message.
Words of Hope and Encouragement:
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October 30, 2007 | word count: 0
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July 11, 2007 | word count: 0
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| "May God give you strengthen and protect you in the important work you are doing! Blessings!" | |
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Heidrun Fiebig, Toronto |
January 29, 2007 | word count: 17
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| "Real help will only come through testimony like yours. Thank you." | |
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Martin McCarvill, Victoria |
January 26, 2007 | word count: 12
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| "You are doing amazing work...an inspiration to all of us. Our thoughts are with you." | |
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Harriet Williams, Vancouver |
January 25, 2007 | word count: 16
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| "Keep fighting this essential fight and keep hope alive. " | |
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Jason Mandell, LA |
January 18, 2007 | word count: 9
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| "In solidarity - your friends in Ithaca, New York, United States" | |
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E. Wayles Browne, Ithaca |
January 16, 2007 | word count: 11
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| "In solidarity - your friends in Ithaca, New York, United States." | |
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January 16, 2007 | word count: 11
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| "As John Lennon said in this inspirational song, let\'s hope the New Year is a good one, without any fear. It\'s a dream, but one we can achieve if we choose not to turn our backs on the people living this tragedy. We wish you safety and peace. Graham and Carol, Unionville ON Happy Xmas (War is Over), John Lennon, Yoko Ono So this is Christmas And what have you done Another year over And a new one just begun And so this is Christmas I hope you have fun The near and the dear one The old and the young A very Merry Christmas And a happy New Year Let\'s hope it\'s a good one Without any fear And so this is Christmas For weak and for strong For rich and the poor ones The world is so wrong And so happy Christmas For black and for white For yellow and red ones Let\'s stop all the fight A very Merry Christmas And a happy New Year Let\'s hope it\'s a good one Without any fear And so this is Christmas And what have we done Another year over A new one just begun And so happy Christmas We hope you have fun The near and the dear one The old and the young A very Merry Christmas And a happy New Year Let\'s hope it\'s a good one Without any fear War is over, if you want it War is over now Happy Christmas " |
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Carol and Graham Miller and Knope, Unionville |
December 18, 2006 | word count: 210
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Kirsten Burt, Oakland |
December 16, 2006 | word count: 8
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| "Keep up your good work." | |
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Edwin Laak, Palo Alto |
December 15, 2006 | word count: 5
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| "My sister asked me to give the cost of her Christmas gift to someone who needs it more: you. You are an inspiration to activists everywhere!" | |
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Sarah Milburn, Lawrenceville |
December 15, 2006 | word count: 27
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| "Your struggle to free the people from opression and terror is a challenge for us all to get involved and lend support. May you be given courage and strength for the task" | |
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elizabeth macdonald, Vancouver |
December 14, 2006 | word count: 32
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| "You are not alone. People around the world are joining together to support your struggle for peace and justice." | |
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Denise Glasbeek, Ottawa |
December 13, 2006 | word count: 20
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| "Quesnel BC is aware. Our thoughts and prayers are yours." | |
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Lynda Strutt, Quesnel |
December 12, 2006 | word count: 10
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| "You have a place in our thoughts. We admire your courage and perseverance. Right will prevail." | |
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Conrad Vanderkamp, Victoria |
December 12, 2006 | word count: 16
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| "You are in our hearts during our Christmas festivities. We know of your struggles and courage in face of hardship. You are not forgotten by the world. Stay strong." | |
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Dorothy (Dee) Wilson, Ponoka |
December 12, 2006 | word count: 32
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| "Your friends in Canada support your struggle in the face of this terrible travesty against human rights. Our prayers are with you. " | |
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Maureen shibley, Winnipeg |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 23
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| "Thank you Amnesty for all your efforts!" | |
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ryan henry, king city |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 7
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| "Do not lose faith or courage. We admire your strength and our thoughts are with you." | |
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Sandy Scott, Ottawa |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 16
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| "We think of you and work to find help. You are not forgotten." | |
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Heather Sample Gosse, Beaumont |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 13
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| "Your struggles are not unnoticed Thanks to Amnesty for building these bridges between us " |
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Bob Masterson, Gatineau |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 15
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| "Am with you in spirit." | |
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Janet Duval, Georgetown |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 5
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| "You are not forgotten. May your courage and perseverance see you through." | |
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Angela Street, Old Crow |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 12
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| "Please protect civilian refugees and resolve a human rights crisis!" | |
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Alex Madonik, Berkeley |
December 11, 2006 | word count: 10
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| " My heart goes out to you my brothers and sisters of Chad and Darfur. I pray for peace in your country; I pray that your governments will be enlightened and bring justice and stability so that you may live like decent human beings" |
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simone Maingot, Ottawa |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 43
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| "Thank you for the crucial work you are doing, I greatly admire your courage and dedication. Please remember that thoughts from all over the world are with you." | |
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Marijke Haverkorn, Berkeley |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 27
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| "You are on the front lines, with a key role to play to protect the lives and rights of your fellow citizens. But you are not alone. Amnesty International supporters and others around the world support your efforts. Have courage!" | |
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Dave Rushton, Ottawa |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 40
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| "We recognize, support, and appreciate your efforts during this crisis. Thank you." | |
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Renee Ammendolia, Kitchener |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 12
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| "We\'re praying for you, with Love from Canada!" | |
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Christin Gountouvas, Toronto |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 8
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| "Canadians are praying for you!" | |
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Samantha Flynn, Brentwood Bay |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 5
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| "May you find strength, courage, and resolve in your efforts." | |
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Sarah Tickell, Regina |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 10
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| "I applaud your courage and work. Good luck!" | |
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Tilly Lavenas, Uplyme |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 8
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| "Please know that you are not alone in your struggle and that you have our help." | |
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Alexis Kontos, Ottawa |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 16
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| "Please protect the people of eastern Chad, including Darfuri refugees, from attacks by the Janjawid." | |
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Guy Ottewell, Uplyme, Lyme Regis |
December 10, 2006 | word count: 15
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| "What needs to happen before the international community joins together to end the horrors occurring daily within Darfur and Chad. " | |
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Dwight Smith, Montréal |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 20
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| "Vous n\'etes pas seuls. Continuez votre important travail, nous sommes de tout coeur avec vous!" | |
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Veronique Fourment, San Francisco |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 15
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| "Persevere in helping the poeple of Chad !" | |
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Michael Ballin, Toronto |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 8
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| "Thank you for the important work you are doing to protect the people of eastern Chad." | |
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Joseph Baker, Redwood City |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 16
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| "It is a priviledge to help serve the Chad people. Elizabeth Berton-Hunter, Toronto" |
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Elizabeth Berton-Hunter, Mississauga |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 12
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| "Through the work of Amnesty International and individual actions, we support your courageous, hope-filled actions. Working together, peace and human rights can be restored." | |
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Mary Lou Harley, Port Williams |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 25
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| "Chad villages commended. But effective pressure on Sudan only solution. " | |
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Carol Farkas, |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 15
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| "Thank you for the important work you are doing! - Marilyn McKim, Toronto" | |
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Marilyn McKim, Toronto |
December 9, 2006 | word count: 13
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| "There are many people around the world who have you in their thoughts. Be strong. You are not alone." | |
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Doreen Forbes, London |
December 8, 2006 | word count: 19
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| "Our thoughts and prayers are with you daily." | |
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Bonnie Harnden, Ottawa |
December 8, 2006 | word count: 8
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| "We are standing with all of you. Human rights now!" | |
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John Tackaberry, Ottawa |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 10
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| "Our thoughts and prayers are with you" | |
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Patricia MacArthur, Brooklin |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 7
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| "Amnesty members are standing behind you, ensuring that the words and experiences you shared with Alex are not forgotten. Thousands of us are writing letters to governments worldwide as part of our Writeathon and many will be written about your situation in Chad. We hope that our words bring you much-needed resources. Courage and strength! " | |
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Andrew Bales, Gatineau |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 56
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| "Working together, in Chad and across the world, we can make a difference and restore human rights to the people of eastern Chad." | |
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Alex Neve, Ottawa |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 23
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| "Good luck to you!" | |
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Dan Abercrombie, Toronto |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 4
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| "Amnesty is doing great work representing caring Canadians abroad." | |
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Lauren Malach, Toronto |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 9
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| "Fighting for human rights is a powerful struggle; good luck." | |
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Ryann Miller, Toronto |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 10
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| "You are not alone. The world is watching." | |
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Andrew Burke, Toronto |
December 7, 2006 | word count: 8
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Read Alex Neve's personal account of the human rights situation in Chad on the mission blog.
Organizations in Eastern Chad who are mobilizing to protect civilians:
Association Tchadienne contre la Violence
(Chadian Association against Violence)
Association de Femmes Juristes du Tchad
(Chadian Association of Women Lawyers)
Assoication pour le Promotion des Libertes Fondamentales au Tchad
(Association for the Promotion of Fundamental Freedoms in Chad)
Association de Chefs Traditionnels du Tchad
(Chadian Association of Traditional Chiefs)
Updated: 7 December 2006