For Immediate Release
Tuesday, September 18th, 2001

Prayer and Commemoration for Peace and Justice:
Filipino Community Organizations Remember the Lives Lost in the recent Sept. 11 Tragedies and the Anniversary of Martial Law

What: Filipino community organizations and friends will be holding a prayer and vigil service for the recent tragedies that took place last Tuesday where thousands have lost their lives including over 500 Filipino workers of the World Trade Center. The event will also hear from veteran activists and organizers reflecting the anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law under the Marcos Dictatorship.

When: Saturday, September 22 2001 from 3pm – 6pm

Where: The Filipino-American Historical Society at 3952 N. Ashland Ave.

Sponsored by: The Committee on Philippine Issues, the League of Filipino Students, Faith in Action task Force, Philippine Solidarity Committee, The Filipino-American Historical Society, and other groups and individuals.

For more information, contact Demetrio at aktibista (at) pinoy.org or call 708-466-6508

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"Every word is a weapon for freedom..." Amado Hernandez,
Filipino Revolutionary Poet and Political Prisoner