Uyghur Canadians to Commemorate 2009 Urumchi Massacre and Demand Action to End China's Genocide
Uyghurs protest against China's campaign of genocide in front of the Alberta Legislature Building in Edmonton, Canada on April 6, 2024 (Photo credit: Nur Photo)
EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA, July 4, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Who: East Turkistan Government in Exile and Alberta Uyghur Society
What: A rally to commemorate the 2009 Urumchi Massacre and to call for meaningful action against China's ongoing campaign of colonization, Uyghur genocide, and occupation in East Turkistan.
When: Friday, July 5, 2024 - 3:30 PM (Edmonton Time)
Where: Violet King Henry Plaza, Edmonton, Canada
Details: Join us as we commemorate the 2009 Urumchi Massacre and urge the Canadian Government to take substantial action against China's colonization, genocide, and occupation in East Turkistan. We demand the Canadian Government to recognize China's ongoing Uyghur Genocide and support East Turkistan's right to external self-determination.
This event is a call to action for Canadian Government to uphold its moral and legal obligations to prevent and punish China’s ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity in Occupied East Turkistan.
Visuals:
* Speeches and testimonies from Uyghur activists and community leaders
* Banners and signs calling for justice and recognition of East Turkistan
Media Opportunities:
* Interviews with representatives of the East Turkistan Government in Exile and the Alberta Uyghur Society
* Photo and video opportunities of the rally
* Coverage of speeches and testimonies
Background: The Urumchi Massacre of 2009 is a pivotal event in the history of East Turkistan, highlighting the severe oppression faced by the Uyghur people. This commemoration serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggles and the urgent need for international intervention.
Contact: Abdulahat Nur, contact@east-turkistan.net, +1 7807080031
Abdulahat Nur
Alberta Uyghur Society
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