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From: Yared Tesfay (ytmn2@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: Thu Dec 16 2010 - 09:37:42 EST
Magnificent Action Day in London UKwww.eritreacompass.comEritreaCompass.com Spearheading the Virtual Revolution for Eritrea
Action Month, which is running between 20th November to 20th December is the battle Eritrean’s are having to fight in order to have their international rights restored back for Eritrea and it’s people. 15th December is being considered as the main day for the demonstration to happen. London had been split into four regions of North, South, East and West. Within South London the location is Laryn’s Cafe, with Eritrean flags draped outside it is not hard to mistake where the proud Eritreans are working hard to vocally be heard. As you walk into the cafe all you can hear is fingers typing away and angry voices over the phone all disputing about the decision for the UN to keep the sanction in place. Kids came pouring in at 3 o’clock still in their school uniforms to show their support and do what they can to help. Many of the youth had donated their time and knowledge to process the petition working endless from the morning until late hours to make sure everything was completed and nothing was forgotten. One of the youths working explained “I went to the demonstration in Switzerland at the beginning of the year and I am here today and I will be here every time without fail. They need to know we did nothing to be ashamed of, so why should we back down. We are going keep demonstrating again and again until they get the message because we have heard their message and we disagree”. Some people that called the Barack Obama office were outraged when they explained the situation to the secretary and were greeted with responds that included “where is Eritrea?” and “the President is busy”. While others were told to present their questions via email, fax and post to which they proceeded to do. While others explained “these demonstrations are to show people that this is a clear message we are sending to the world, we are united everywhere we are. This united front we are presenting is not necessarily to stop what is happening but to show we have a strong community and we are not backing down.” Yonas Ghebregheryis explained “it’s important because it has been a year, and nothing has been done. The atmosphere here in the cafe is great. Even if nothing changes in terms of the UN’s decision it still shows the world we are one people and we will be heard.” While Yordanos Tewelde stated that “this is all part of a progress, the sanction are not a separate factor and it’s based on unfair decisions. The aim of this campaign is to make people more aware of the situation. Many people are not aware of what is happening.” Eden Zekarias on her part explained “we are waiting for a solid reason as to why the sanctions were originally placed because so far there is no evidence but they are still punishing us. America and the other Western countries help each other out in times of need, so why can’t we do the same for our neighbouring countries who we consider to be our brothers and sisters. This cause is very important to me because this is not just any country this is my country, my people and my identity and without it I don’t know who I would be without it.” Women continued to bring food and refreshments throughout the day and just like the Eritrean way of not taking no for an answer when it comes to offering food, all the food was disputed. Many people were more than delighted with the outcome of the turnout and anticipated a positive answer, which they received half way through the day. When word got back saying that the White House were overwhelmed by the phone calls, emails, faxes and didn’t know how to handle the situation. Once the announcement was made there was a great sound of cheer as people stared clapping, excited and thrilled at the news that all their hard work was amounting to having an impact. As the older generation helped out they gave their opinions about how they felt about the work that was being accomplished in the cafe. “Other countries have wealth and power but they don’t have what we as Eritreans have which is Love for one another and as a result of this we are able to come together when necessary. Other countries don’t have that unity because when their country is in crisis they don’t all come together in order to help each other. Although it is winter we are still going out in the cold weather and trying to get as many people to sign as possible because this is for our nation. It is amazing to see all the youth here today but they need to encourage more of them to come. They need to understand that they are the future and without their hard work then our country has no future and they need to learn patronage for their country.” The message about action day is being set ablaze everywhere across the internet from news sites to social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter & Youtube, everyone’s message is the same “get out and make your voice heard today.” The dedication didn’t just happen starting today, it’s been happening throughout the month and some people have even been coming pass during the week to make sure they knew where to come on the 15th December, so they won’t waste time on the day. The great result achieved from South London only was a total of 3136 complaints against the UNjust sanctions, the complaints were made to the Secretary General of the UN and President Barrak Obama via combination of fax, email and telephone. The 15th December has not only become an opportunity to stand our rights but a chance to stand them together as everyone unities in order to share the responsibility amongst each other and there’s a sense of pride filling the air. If nothing else is accomplished today, we can say that at least it helped educate the youth and encouraged them to fight for what they believe in. The night was sealed off with a group dinner and celebration accompanied with our famous Eritrean Guyla. Victory to the Eritrean Youth Movement & Victory to the Masses Nikhid Tray… ECCC Information & Communication 15-12-2010 London UK
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