In the United States, 2008 is an election year. For the international refugee community, 2008 is the year of Protection. In one week, on June 20th, we celebrate World Refugee Day, and kick-off a year focused on the theme of protection: \prə-ˈtekt\ to cover or shield from exposure, injury, damage, or destruction. We, as Global Citizens, need to remind our leaders of our Responsibility to Protect. Remind President Bush of his responsibility to ensure full deployment of a full UNAMID force or call 1-800 GENOCIDE. Join STAND‘s Presidential Legacy Campaign.
Plan to take Action on June 20th, World Refugee Day:
- Host an i-ACTivist Viewing Party: Use this Guide (word, pdf)
- Participate in demonstrations to headquarters and retail outlets of the 2008 Olympic Sponsor
- Part of Tents of Hope? Participate in Tents of Hope World Refugee Day Actions!