East Timor: Tipping the Scales of Justice in a New Nation: An evening with Fernanda Borges (Liverpool)

You are invited to an address by leading East Timorese politician Fernanda Borges, who has dedicated her life to seeking justice for a poverty-stricken country still recovering from 25 years of illegal occupation and violence.

Come and hear Fernanda address issues of justice from her war-torn country, hosted by Father Arthur Fitzgerald. 

As a six-year-old, Fernanda Borges witnessed first hand the horrors of war. Now, three decades on, Fernanda, who has been dubbed the 'Iron Lady of East Timor' by media for her uncompromising stand for justice, is calling for individuals to be prosecuted and the payment of reparations to communities who suffered. Fernanda chairs the parliamentary committee for the Reception, Truth and Reconciliation Commission (Chega!) report, charged with ensuring the Timorese parliament discusses the report, which has specific recommendations for the UK government.

'Reconciliation alone is not enough to heal the tragic memories of victims. Accountability and real recognition of past atrocities is necessary to repair the wounds so that reconciliation efforts can complete the healing process,' she says.

This event will provide an opportunity for an in-depth discussion on East Timor with Fernanda.
 
Thursday 16th October 2008 at 7.30pm
St Michael's Church, Horne Street, Liverpool, L6 5EH
 
Please contact Steve Atherton to reserve a place on 0151 522 1080 or email s.atherton@rcaol.co.uk