Philippines: Global Day Of Remembrance Honors Environmental Heroes And Martyrs

Philippines: Global Day Of Remembrance Honors Environmental Heroes And Martyrs Environment rights activists and civil society organizations lit candles and offered prayers on November 10, 2010 (Wednesday) to remember and honor fallen heroes and martyrs fighting against mining and other extractive projects. An elegy march and a candle-lit solidarity memorial were held simultaneously at Cagayan De Oro City. “This day is historic because for the first time, various organizations will gather in...

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