Sunday, December 5, 2010

Your Time Is Now; It's Hero Time

The issue of conflict minerals has been smoldering for months and has once again caught fire.

United Nations Report Support Efforts to Change

A report recently released by the United Nations Group of Experts again linked the aweful conflict in the Congo with the trade in minerals such as tantalum, tin, tungsten and gold. The report recommends member nations to support the requirements as set out by the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) on the trade of minerals from conflict areas. I will discuss the UN report in the future.

Outcry For Congo Campaign

In the USA, Congo activist Lisa Shannon and team are gearing up to show its nation;s leaders the importance of developing a strong framework of accountability in Congo to stop the use of conflict minerals. In addition to a direct protest in Washington, an online campaign has been launched called Outcry for Congo.

The Outcry for Congo Facebook page is just a few days old but has already attracted hundreds of supporters. Make your voice heard by 'Liking' their Facebook page and participating in the group's activities.

Click Here to learn more about the Outcry for Congo Virtual Campaign

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