دعوة للمشاركة -HOPE for Darfur

Quote: Human Rights First HOPE for Darfur Dear abubakr, We just returned from the Sudan on a fact-finding mission that reinforced our strong commitment to bringing long-term peace to the region. Thanks to the generosity of supporters like you, our colleague Julia Fromholz was able to meet with local NGOs and other organizations and people focused on Darfur to gather information first-hand that will help Human Rights First's efforts to resolve the crisis. While the crisis continues, some promising developments have taken place since we last contacted you. The International Criminal Court named the first suspects in connection to crimes against humanity in Darfur - a Sudanese government minister and a Janjaweed militia leader - last week. And this week, China dropped Sudan from its list of countries with preferred trade status. These are certainly positive signs, but the situation on the ground continues to deteriorate. The killing of two African Union peacekeepers this week highlights the insecurity affecting the entire region. On Monday the U.N. Special Envoy to Sudan noted a decrease in humanitarian operations and an increase in tribal fighting: "We are on the verge of a failure of the whole humanitarian operation," said Jan Eliasson. We met with Mr. Eliasson yesterday to discuss the crisis facing humanitarian aid to the region and some next steps in the peace process. We fully support Mr. Eliasson's public call for immediate action: "We have now, therefore, to mobilize on all fronts and everybody has to act, both nationally, regionally and internationally. If we miss this opportunity, I'm extremely worried." "Everybody" includes you. And everyone you know. Take THIS opportunity to help us build momentum! Ask your friends to stand up for the victims of Darfur by joining you in signing our petition. Click here today to spread the word! As we continue our work, we hope you will remain committed to being a voice for the victims of crimes against humanity in Darfur. Sincerely, Jill Savitt Director of Public Programs Human Rights First P.S. We urge everyone to see "Beyond the Gates," a riveting film about the Rwandan Genocide that opens in select theaters across the country this weekend. The film's message is very pertinent to those of us concerned with the crisis in Darfur. Visit the web address below to tell your friends about this. http://action.humanrightsfirst.org/join-forward.html?do...first&r=d7eJAqK12Ea7 Tell-a-friend!