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Lani Singers of West Papua to perform on BBC Radio

Thu, 11/22/2007 - 23:44 — The Lani Singers will be he guests of DJ Ritu on her World Music Show on BBC Radio London 94.9fm, on Saturday 2nd February 2008.

Tune in for the 2 hour long session from 8-10pm, and hear Benny and Maria Wenda talk about the plight of the West Papuan people, their struggle for freedom, and the importance of music in acting as a unifying bond amongst them and their fellowcountrymen. They will also be playing music live on air.

West Papua video at the Venice Biennale

Wed, 08/29/2007 - Location: Thesis New Arsenal (Castello 2737/f041 – Venezia – Open: from 11am to 6pm)

Dear friends of West Papua,

PAPUA MERDEKA

A 43 minute documentary, detailing the horrific history of West Papua - with stories told by many Papuans and OPM leaders.

This film can be bought from us, in DVD or PAL VHS, or high res MPEG. See our Media Order form under the Films section.

This film shows; the extremely brutal history the native population of West Papua have endured for many decades under the oppressive Indonesian Military.

No Need Development - Hadzabe, Bushman

A short, German narrated, film about the life of the Hadzabe bushman, of East Africa.

This film can be bought from us, in DVD or PAL VHS, or high res MPEG. See our Media Order form under the Films section.

Being hunters and gatherers, the Hadzabe need an intact, natural area to live in, unlike nomads or farmers. Over hundreds of thousands of years, living in tribes, without the restraints of anonymous hierarchic societies or the laws of religion, has proven to be the
best way to live.

Visuals: West Papua - background slideshow

West Papua slideshow :
http://www.arena.org.au/WP/wpMovie.swf

from ARENA magazine - Australia

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The Earthbound Gathering 2005

My name is Lisa, and I'm writing on behalf of the Earthbound Gathering. I am glad to have encountered another group that is addressing such crucial issues as those of cultural survival. These issues are central to our gathering. Below is our letter of intent, describing the gathering, its origins and goals.
I wanted to contact you for the following purposes:

1) to announce the gathering in hopes of connecting with interested people;
2) to ask if you would like to be included on our listserv to receive updates;

What I can do for West Papua

These ideas are based on what West Papuan students (AMP) and DeMMaK (Koteka Tribal Assembly) people have requested. Our solidarity work is primarily with these people and all donations will be given directly to them.

These ideas are based on what West Papuan students (AMP) and DeMMaK (Koteka Tribal Assembly) people have requested. Our solidarity work is primarily with these people and all donations will be given directly to them. Donations may be made by clicking here.

and should be accompanied by an email to f P c N stating how much has been sent and how you would like it spent.

John Rumbiak, from West Papuan in Aotearoa -UPDATED

John Rumbiak, Chairman of International Affairs for the respected West Papua Human Rights organisation ELSHAM, tours New Zealand between September 20 and October 19. He is available for interview and comment during this time. John Rumbiak, who is currently a visiting Scholar at Columbia University's Centere for Human Rights Study, brings a clear challenge to New Zealanders to face up to the ongoing crisis in Indonesian controlled West Papua. Mr Rumbiak is West Papua's most influential human rights defender.

Melbourne event Black Paradise CD launch

Black Paradise CD launch!!! - A night of upbeat Melanesian grooves. Black Paradise's much anticipated debut CD Spirit of Mambesak will be launched at Trades Hall Bar, Corner of Lygon and Victoria Streets, Melbourne Tuesday 13th of July 6pm - 7:30pm Free Admission All welcome Re-experience the sounds and beauty of the Morning Star Concert show stoppers.

Featuring Music and Tributes from

* John Rumbiak
* Jacob Rumbiak
* Mama Yosepha Alomang
* David Bridie

Also: footage from the Morning Star Concert for West Papua,
and tracks from the CD