Events
Come Support SOA Prisoners of Conscience
Join LeAnne Clausen, sentenced to 30 days, Gus Roddy, sentenced to 30 days and a statement from Diane Lopez Hughes, currently serving 45 days for their witness against the SOA/WHINSEC. Also, we would like to take the time to remember the life of Rufina Amaya, the sole survivor of the El Mozote massacre of over 900 men, women and children in El Salvador. Later, 19 of the 26 people found responsible for the massacre were trained at the School of the Americas. Rufina told the story of the massacre and worked for justice until herdeath of heart illness earlier this year.
Documentary Film Screening
CRLN member Jeanne Foley has arranged for the screening of the film 'Breaking the Silence: Torture Survivors Speak Out' - this is a powerful documentary that some CRLN members saw for the first time in Georgia, at the SOA Vigil. It is highly recommended.
The screening will be held at:
Thomas Apostle School Room 104 5467 Woodlawn Ave Chicago Enter the south door of the school that faces the parking lot. For more information, contact Jeanne Foley at (773) 306-8421.
John F. Kennedy said in 1961, "Even today, there is little value in ensuring the survival of our nation if our traditions do not survive with it." There is much talk of torture today but little media attention given to its survivors. It is a topic that directly impacts our soul as a nation and one that we need to be clear about. Today, more than 150 governments use torture. In Chicago alone, there are over 45,000 survivors of torture, according the Kovler Center for Survivors of Torture. This film was made by survivors themselves, to raise awareness and to call for action to build a world of zero tolerance for torture.
CRLN will again be putting together teams for this year's Bowl-a-Rama to support the Cinquera-Chicago partnership! Contact Sharon Hunter-Smith at shunter-smith@crln.org if you'd like to join one of our teams - or bring one of your own!
Bowling . . . for a sustainable future for Cinquera, Chicago's sister city in El Salvador, supporting a youth radio project, Cinquera forest conservation, and sustainable agriculture.
Join the Chicago-Cinquera Committee for an evening of bowling fun! At Timber Lanes, 1851 W. Irving Park. Free Pizza! Fun for all! Register as an individual for $25 or bring in $50 in pledges to bowl FREE! Bring a team for the event!
Join CRLN members and friends on our annual Public Policy Delegation to Washington D.C. for Ecumenical Advocacy Days. For more information, follow this link http://www.crln.org/advocacy/advocacy_days_2008
Join CRLN members and friends on our annual Public Policy Delegation to Washington D.C. for Ecumenical Advocacy Days. For more information, follow this link http://www.crln.org/advocacy/advocacy_days_2008
Join CRLN members and friends on our annual Public Policy Delegation to Washington D.C. for Ecumenical Advocacy Days. For more information, follow this link http://www.crln.org/advocacy/advocacy_days_2008
Join CRLN members and friends on our annual Public Policy Delegation to Washington D.C. for Ecumenical Advocacy Days. For more information, follow this link http://www.crln.org/advocacy/advocacy_days_2008
Join CISPES and Ricardo Calderon, a labor leador from the Salvadorian Union Front (Frente Sindical Salvadorenho or FSS) to hear about the effects of Free Trade on organized oworkers in El Salvador, the state of the Salvadoran labor movement, and how you can join in cross-border solidarity with the social movement of El Salvador as important presidential election approach in 2009. This event is hosted by the Committee In Solidarity with the Pople of El Salvador (CISPES).
Location:
No Exit Cafe 6970 N. Glenwood Chicago, IL 60626 For more information please call: 773-612-2559Join Wellington UCC in celebrating their new commitment to the New Sanctuary Movement and the installation of CRLN board chair Dan Dale as their pastor. This will be a festive evening of music and dancing. Wellington UCC is located at:
615 W. Wellington Ave
Chicago IL 60657
773.935.0642
773.935.0690
Contact Wellington UCC for additional information.
The Fight for Worker Rights and the Colombian Free Trade Agreement
Dora Acero, a worker on La Fragrancia flower plantation in Colombia, will offer her personal testimony concerning worker rights in the Colombian flower industry, specifically in light of the pending free trade agreement with the United States. Dora's plantation is owned by US-based Dole Food Company, and her union, Untrafragrancia, has been involved in a labor struggle with Dole for over two years. Come meet Dora and learn how you can help her achieve the only existing contract for an independent union in the Colombian flower industry.
John Lindsay-Poland is currently co-director of the Fellowship of Reconciliation (FOR) Task Force on Latin America and the Caribbean, a position in which he has served since 1989. Previously, he served with Peace Brigades International as a peace team member in Guatemala and El Salvador. He is editor of FOR's Puerto Rico/Colombia Update, and author of numerous articles and books on US militarism in Latin America. He has extensive knowledge of US foreign policy towards Colombia and will give context on the significance and potential impact of the pending free trade agreement.
DePaul University Lincoln Park Library,
Rosati Room 300
2350 North Kenmore Avenue, Chicago IL
Refreshments will be served!
For more information, contact Gilberto Villaseñor gvillas1@depaul.edu or Abbey Schumacher aschuma1@depaul.edu
Sponsored by DePaul Women's Center, University Ministry, Study Abroad Program, Amnesty International (DePaul Chapter), International Studies, Latin American and Latino Studies, Steans Center, Women and Gender Studies, Modern Languages Department, Chicagoans for a Peaceful Colombia, Chicago Trade with Justice Working Group, US LEAP, Progressive Democrats of America, Chicago Religious Leadership Network, and in collaboration with the Loyola University Latin American Studies Program
Currently, there are no contracts held by independent unions in the Colombian flower industry.
Come learn how you can help to change that!
Join CRLN at an important event on Colombia. Now especially, as Congress considers the Free Trade Agreement, its is critical to understand the situation in Colombia.
Monsenor Hector Fabio Henao, the National Director of SNPS/Caritas - Colombia, and Martha Ines Romero, Country Manager-Colombia for Catholic Relief Services will speak at St. Vincent DePaul Church, 1010 W. Webster Avenue, Chicago, on Thursday April 17, beginning at 7:00 pm. Come join us!
Phil and Lorie are both retired educators, active members of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship and recipients of Peace and Justice Awards. Phil has served as an accompanier in Colombia to witness the safety of human rights workers whose lives are at risk.
Join them for coffee and dessert at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2008 in the Guild Room at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2515 Central Avenue, Evanston, IL
They will discuss the church's role in human rights advocacy illustrated through a slide show - power point presentation focusing on Colombia and the accompaniment program.
For more information contact: Rev. Ann Rosewall: arosewall@northminpres.org
or 847-869-9210
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Honoring Gerardi: Pursuing Justice and Truth in Guatemala
On April 24, 1998, Bishop Juan Gerardi presented the report "Guatemala: Never Again" detailing accounts of murder, disappearances, massacres and torture. Two days later, he was murdered.
Join the Days of Prayer and Action for Colombia.
Additional information can be found at www.peaceincolombia.org.
Join the Days of Prayer and Action for Colombia.
Additional information can be found at www.peaceincolombia.org.
AFSC Annual Benefit: Celebrating 90 Years of Speaking Truth to Power
Location: Gene Siskel Film Center
More information TBD.
The Chicago Metropolitan Sanctuary Alliance invites you to a special benefit event celebrating two years since the Montaño Arboleda family arrived in Sanctuary, fleeing death threats in their home country of Colombia. Will include an art sale, Afro-Colombian music, dance, and presentations on the intersection of work for peace and justice, art, and faith in Colombia today.
Date: Saturday, May 10, 2008
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Place: Lake Street Church.
607 Lake Street, Evanston.
(Corner of Lake St, and Chicago Ave.)
Donations will contribute to providing sanctuary for the Montaño Arboleda family
Join CRLN Board Member Bishop John Manz and Bishop Raul Vera of Saltillo, Mexico for this reception.
For additional information, please contact Jim at jvondracek@crln.org or at 773-293-2964.
Bishop Raul Vera, a leading Mexican religious figure and articulate advocate for peace, justice and human rights will speak at St. Pius V Catholic Church, 1919 S. Ashland Avenue in Chicago. For more information, follow this link www.crln.org/bishop_raul_vera
Join CRLN at the Luncheon with Bishop Carlos Poma, an indigenous leader of the Methodist Church in Bolivia.
More information TBD.
For additional information please contact Jim at jvondracek@crln.org or at 773-293-2964.
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Upcoming events
- NATO Rally and Marchon Sunday, 20 May 2012
- Migrant Trail Walkon Thursday, 31 May 2012
- Robert H. Kirschner, M.D., Memorial Human Rights Lecture on Thursday, 31 May 2012
- Immigrant Welcoming Congregations Quarterly Gatheringon Monday, 04 Jun 2012
- Heidkamp, Honduras and Hopeon Thursday, 14 Jun 2012
- Bridges to Communityon Friday, 15 Jun 2012
