August 30, the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, was marked by the Tamil diaspora and in Sri Lanka by the women-led families of the disappeared. Since 2017 this movement for justice for the disappeared has been protesting and demanding answers. Below is my speech on this issue to an event organised by the … Continue reading Tamils call for action on enforced disappearances
#LetKashmirDecide – global actions call for justice
Two years ago the Indian government took total control of Kashmir. Since then the Modi’s forces have escalated attacks on the people of Indian Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The fightback of the Kashmiri people has been heroic. The global Kashmiri solidarity movement is growing as reflected in the many events held to mark the second … Continue reading #LetKashmirDecide – global actions call for justice
Colonisation – story of Kashmir post 5 August 2019
The Kashmir Institute of International Relations organised a webinar, "Colonisation of Kashmir, mechanisation and Impacts, story of Kashmir after 5 August 2019". It was held on July 14. Below is my speech. My talk examines some current developments in India, the impact of Covid in Kashmir and explores the relationship between India and Israel, In … Continue reading Colonisation – story of Kashmir post 5 August 2019
Investigate PH Report – killings increase under Duterte’s “justice system”
I met these people in 2019 when I visited the Philippines. I was there as part of an international human rights investigation into the crimes of President Duterte's regime. Tragically the killings are on the increase. I am currently one of the commissioners involved with Investigate PH. Our latest Report, just released, highlights three aspects … Continue reading Investigate PH Report – killings increase under Duterte’s “justice system”
Justice and self-determination for Palestinians essential for Middle East peace
NRI Affairs published my article on self-determination for Palestinians and that the West needs to recognise that Palestinians have a legal right to resist occupation. Palestinians in Gaza, locked down under a 14 year long air, sea and land blockade, face a much bigger task than clearing rubble and rebuilding shattered infrastructure. While it is essential … Continue reading Justice and self-determination for Palestinians essential for Middle East peace
Philippines: Killings mount under Duterte’s “red tagging”
Some of the family members I met on a human rights investigation to the Philippines in 2019. These women are holding photos of their loved ones murdered by security forces. Below is my speech to an Asia Pacific Webinar. "Exposing the Systematic Human Rights Violations under Duterte government" held on 23 April 2021. The speakers … Continue reading Philippines: Killings mount under Duterte’s “red tagging”
Remembering Pauline Jensen
Thanks to Coral Wynter the remarkable life of Pauline Jensen is in print - her lovely poems, descriptions of long desert walks and her passion for First Nations rights and so much more. Sadly Pauline died in November 2019 are a short battle with mesothelioma. Coral's book also includes contributions from Pauline's diverse friends. This … Continue reading Remembering Pauline Jensen
My speech at State Memorial for Jack Mundey
Today friends, unionists and activists gathered at the Town Hall to celebrate the extraordinary life of Jack Mundey. Jack had been a rugby league player, labourer, unionist and left intellectual. The Green Ban era was ground breaking. But he packed in so much more. His dedication to building mass movements was inspirational. I was fortunate … Continue reading My speech at State Memorial for Jack Mundey
Kashmir Suffers Under Indian-Imposed Internet Cuts
This article was first published by the Australian Institute of International Affairs in the online publication "Australian Outlook". In 2019, the Indian government imposed a lockdown on Kashmir with no phone connection and no internet service. The impact on the health, education, and economy of this once prosperous Indian state has been massive. Prior to … Continue reading Kashmir Suffers Under Indian-Imposed Internet Cuts
To win support for the right of Kashmiris to determine their own future we need to build awareness of what is happening in India
My speech on 5 February - Kashmir Solidarity Day It is good to be together on Kashmir Solidarity Day - a day when we can amplify our voices for the rights of the people of Kashmir. This is a tough struggle. It will be a long struggle. We need to be well organised and united. … Continue reading To win support for the right of Kashmiris to determine their own future we need to build awareness of what is happening in India
Lee Rhiannon 