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West Papua documentary to screen on Australia’s NITV
March 22, 2016
Undercover West Papua documentary Forgotten Bird of Paradise has been confirmed for screening on Australia’s NITV at 5pm on Saturday 9th of April 2016. Since its release in 2009, the documentary has received widespread critical acclaim, providing a rare and moving insight into the forgotten struggle for independence that has
Rex Horoi to be appointed Solomons’ West Papua envoy
March 21, 2016
Former Solomon Islands diplomat Rex Horoi is expected to be appointed his country’s special envoy on West Papua at the Melanesian Spearhead Group. Solomons Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogovare, has intimated that Mr Horoi – the outgoing Director of the Foundation…
Rize of The Morning Star launches CD Compilation #02
March 17, 2016
We’re very happy to share with you all that the international movement Rize of the Morning Star has just released their second CD compilation which features many prominent musicians from around the world, using their musical talents to raise international awareness and support for West Papua’s freedom.
Moving letter written about an Australian World War II veteran of West Papua
February 25, 2016
This moving letter has been written to the people of West Papua by an Australian World War II veteran who fought alongside West Papuans to keep Australia Independent from Japanese occupation. It has also been written by his son, who after hearing first hand of the horrors of war, has…
All Party Parliamentary Group on West Papua holds meeting in the UK parliament
February 25, 2016
Yesterday, the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on West Papua met to discuss the situation in West Papua and the ongoing struggle of the West Papuan people for self-determination. This is the second meeting of…
ULMWP – Fiji Cyclone Appeal
February 22, 2016
United Liberation Movement for West Papua 21st February, 2016 MEDIA STATEMENT United Liberation Movement for West Papua Fiji Appeal 2016 ULMWP appeals for Cyclone Winston relief aid for Fiji The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) is deeply saddened to see the terrible effects of Cyclone Winston on our…
New informative video about the West Papuan genocide
February 19, 2016
Our friends at Free West Papua Campaign-WA (Western Australia) have made this moving and powerful informative video about the West Papuan genocide and the illegal Indoensian occupation of the country. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeetVvqKelw Featuring a traditional freedom song by a West Papuan musician, this video explains in simple
New Zealand film raises awareness for West Papua
February 19, 2016
Set in a Rugby league clubroom, Run It Straight is an Aotearoa New Zealand film that tells the story of a community who open their hearts to the people of West Papua and the struggle for freedom. If you do one thing today, please watch and share this inspirational film.
West Papua Warriors Rugby League team raise awareness for West Papua and win first international match
February 8, 2016
The new Rugby League Team, the West Papua Warriors has played and won their first international match against the Philippines National team, the Tamaraws! The West Papua Warriors was set…
Free West Papua Campaign activities held in Newcastle
February 7, 2016
On 6th February, there were many Free West Papua Campaign events held in the city of Newcastle, United Kingdom.