GABRIELA New York

Philippine Solidarity Week is a week of activities beginning on February 4 to commemorate the Philippine-American War and to raise awareness and support for the continuing struggle of the Filipino people for national liberation. It is led by Bagong Alyansang Makabayan-USA or BAYAN-USA.

Since 1899, U.S. troops have maintained their presence in the Philippines through permanent military and naval bases and through military agreements and treaties that undermines Philippine sovereignty. These military bases have served as launching pads for U.S. Imperialist aggression in Asia. With the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPPA) and the Joint Force 2020 ventures, U.S. troops will continue imperialist aggression in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in the Philippines.

There are a number of ways individuals and organizations can participate: 

Call for Endorsement
We are calling on all progressive organizations, peace and anti-war activists to launch solidarity actions in support of the continuing struggle of the Filipino people for genuine independence.

As an organization against militarism, war, and imperialism we ask you to join us in solidarity. Being an endorser can be any of the following:

Collected statements, pictures, and videos can be sent to bayanusa.ne@gmail.com

Social Media Campaign
Take a photo and post on facebook/instagram/twitter/etc. with one of the attached signs saying:

• Advance the National Democratic Movement of the Philippines!
• I stand in solidarity with the National Democratic Movement of the Philippines
• OR CREATE YOUR OWN MESSAGE WITH A BLANK SIGN!

Tag with #PhilSolidarity or email to bayanusa.ne@gmail.com and upload between Feb 1 – 10

Petition Campaign (Goal is to reach 1000)
Justice for Jennifer Laude Online Petition
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/justice-for-filipina-trans-woman-jennifer-laude

Attend Events – Phil Sol Week Events
Educational Discussion: Youth on the March 
Sunday, February 1st 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM