Guatemalan Peace Accords: 10 Years Later Panel Discussion with Dr. Rachel Sieder, Yolanda Aguilar and Guillermo Chen - Thursday December 7th 2006, 6:30pm - 8.30pm
Canning House, 2 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PJ (www.canninghouse.com)
On December 29, 1996 the Peace Accords were signed, ending Guatemala's 36-year civil war which left 200,000 civilians dead or "disappeared", primarily indigenous Mayans. The Peace Accords were supposed to provide a comprehensive framework for transforming Guatemala into a more participatory, pluralistic and equitable society. 10 Years later, we ask the question: what has changed? Speakers will discuss conflict and post-conflict resolution, human rights and the current situation for Mayans and women in Guatemala.
* Dr. Sieder is Senior Lecturer in Politics at the Institute for the Study of the Americas.
* Yolanda Aguilar is a Guatemalan Anthropologist and Human Rights Activist.
* Guillermo Chen represents Fundacion Nueva Esperanza, Rabinal, Guatemala.
Supported by the Embassy of Guatemala, Canning House and Guatemalan Solidarity Network (GSN).
In the preceding weeks are the following events on Guatemala:
Documentary: "Killer's Paradise" (2005) directed by Giselle Portenier - Wednesday November 22nd 2006, 7:00pm - 9.30pm
Impunity: Photographs by Carlos Reyes-Manzo - Tuesday 28th November 2006, 6.30pm - Friday 8th December 2006, 5.00pm
"When the Mountains Tremble" (1983) Directed by Pamela Yates and Newton Thomas Sigel. - Tuesday December 5th 2006, 7:00pm - 9.00pm
All events are to be held at: Canning House, 2 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PJ (www.canninghouse.com)
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Thursday, September 28
Guatemalan Peace Accords: 10 Years Later - Panel Discussion
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on Thu 28 Sep 2006 11:10 PM BST
Wednesday, September 27
Viva La Revolucion in Wales - 7th October
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Patrick
on Wed 27 Sep 2006 01:44 PM BST
 12.00 - 1.00 pm Arrival/Registration (Coffee and tea available) An opportunity to socialise and see the photographic exhibition “Last Rights”, the story of Guatemala’s Mayan communities as they emerge from a genocidal 35 year civil war and their struggle for justice. Plus stalls and displays of supportive organisations. Crêche facilities available during the day activities. 1.00 Introduction to the Conference Branwen Niclas (Christian Aid Youth Coordinator for Wales) 1.15 Cuba - A vision of another world. Zelmys Dominguez Cortina (Political Councillor at the Cuban Embassy) 1.45 Building Solidarity - Sharing experience and hope. Dr Julia Buxton (University of Bradford) 2.15 Bolivarism at work in Latin America Dr.Francisco Dominguez (University of Middlesex) 3.00 Questions and Answers 3.30 Break (Coffee and tea available) 4.00 Furthering Wales’ contribution to International Solidarity. Discussion led by Leanne Wood AM (National Assembly of Wales) 6.00 INTERLUDE 6.30 Films: “The Agronomist” from Haiti and “The Take” from Argentina will be shown in the Haydn Rees Room (Duration approximately 2 hours) The theatre restaurant is open until 8 pm. 8.30 SOLIDARITY SALSA Live music from Cuba (Doors open 8.00 pm) Omar Puente’s “Cubania” Tickets £10 (£7 unwaged) The conference is free to all those who want to learn more about the developing situation in Latin America but any contributions towards costs are welcomed. It is highly advisable to buy tickets for the salsa event before hand. Contact 01352 740642 or 01745 813402 or 01286 882134. Wales-Latin America Solidarity in north Wales. The conference has been jointly organised by Wales Nicaragua Solidarity Campaign, The Clwyd Latin America Human Rights Group and Cymru Cuba. The three organisations are well established and have worked closely together over the years.  1 AttachmentsSaturday, September 23
Singing Woods: Marimba of Guatemala in London
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Patrick
on Sat 23 Sep 2006 02:57 PM BST
The Embassy of Guatemala in the UK presents the concert: Marimba of Guatemala - Singing Woods. It's taking place 9th & 10th October 2006 at the Bolivar Hall of the Venezuelan Embassy, 54 Grafton Way, London, W1T 5DL at 7.30pm.
Tickets cost £10 and you can book tickets through 0207 351 3042. A team of 11 marimberos are directed by Alfonso Angel Bautista. The event is sponsored by the BlueOil Company and supported by the Anglo Central American Society. There is also an acknowledgement to the Embassy of Venezuela on the invitation. The print invitation links to an interesting text on marimba by Rebecca L. Buckham - there's a low quality version available online. I can't find any info about the supporting organisations or the event itself online. Anyone know anything, we'd be happy to hear from you. Wednesday, September 20
Questors Theatre Presents TEJAS VERDES by Fermin Cabal
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Patrick
on Wed 20 Sep 2006 02:03 PM BST
"It is better to remain quiet and to forget. That's the only thing we must do. We must forget.. FOR-GET." General Pinochet.
Questors Theatre that recently produced Goat Boy, a play that touched on some of the human rights issues in Guatemala, has a new production called "Tejas Verdes", continuing on the theme of human rights issues in Latin America. Tejas Verdes means "Green Tiles" or "Green Gables". This was the name of a sea-side hotel in Chile that became a notorious detention centre and torture house under Pinochet's brutal regime. We meet several characters whose lives were eaten up by that evil: the Disappeared, the Friend, the Doctor, the Gravedigger, the Informer, the Spanish Lawyer and the Soul in Torment. They speak to us without bitterness. They are almost casual in their telling of the horrors that consumed them. Through their eyes we see how the tentacles of evil reach down into the heart of society, corrupting everything they touch. Everyone has a part to play — the victim, the collaborator, the oppressed, the survivor. Robert Shaw's eloquent translation of this stirring play, highlights beautifully the poetic motifs and hard prosaic truths of Cabal's original text. It is tough and compelling, but a deeply moving piece of theatre. We are silent witnesses to some disturbing truths about the ruthless efficiency and systematic brutality of military regimes — but above all there is a compassion that uplifts us and gives us hope and a belief in justice, ensuring that we never forget! Zyg Staniaszek has brought together five of our most powerful and experienced actresses in what promises to be an unforgettable studio experience. More information from Questors Theatre website. Wednesday, September 6
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