Australian Nuclear Free Alliance statement of support for Freedom Flotilla to West Papua || The Australia Nuclear Free Alliance (ANFA) is an Aboriginal-led network of individuals and organisations that has worked since 1997 to oppose uranium mining and the nuclear industry. We are made up of members of communities directly affected by the industry as well as representatives of trade unions, health professionals, environment groups and Indigenous rights and nuclear-free organisations. An important part of our approach is to recognise and respect for the special relationship that First Nation peoples have with their lands, waters and cultural practise and the importance of peaceful action to celebrate, protect and defend these things. We know that these things are also important to participants in the Freedom Flotilla and we strongly support your initiative to highlight human rights abuses and concerns in West Papua. Australia and West Papua have long standing and continuing links - our lands were once joined and many of our hopes and aspirations for freedom and justice still are. ANFA members are honoured that our President - respected Arabunna Elder and peace-maker Uncle Kevin Buzzacott - is a leading figure in the Flotilla project. Our thoughts, hopes and solidarity travel with him and with you all in the days ahead. We are sure that your efforts will help increase the momentum for increased human rights and dignity in both Australia and West Papua. Thank you for your efforts. We wish you smooth seas, strong hearts and safe returns.
Posted on: Mon, 26 Aug 2013 05:05:31 +0000
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