Wellington Event ‘Global Day of Action for a Free Burma’

As part of the global day of action we will be holding a peace vigil to keep the world's attention on the plight of the Burmese people and Buddhist monks.

Events are taking place in every major city in the world at 12noon on Saturday 6th October, as part of the ‘Global day of action for Burma’.

In Wellington, members of the Burmese community in New Zealand, many concerned individuals and organisations such as Amnesty International and NZ Council of Trade Unions have come together to support this event.

Place: Civic Square, Wellington, NZ

Day: Saturday 6th October

Time: 12noon - 2pm

You can also join an 11.30am procession leaving the top of Cuba Mall (at Ghuznee Street) for Civic Square.

Activities at the event:

Speakers from the Burmese community, Member’s of Parliament and Amnesty International.

Music & chanting in support of the monks.

Wear red to symbolise the colour of the monks' robes.

Red armbands available – to tie onto yourself or to the nearest tree.

This will be a multi-denominational event that is showing support for the people of Burma and the thousands of Buddhist monks who have been bravely holding peaceful protests.

It's happening rain or shine, so bring a red raincoat!

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