Dear Colleagues, Below is my letter on behalf of the Association of World Citizens to the High Commissioner for Human Rights on the situation in Gaza, a situation of which everyone is aware. It is not clear what as NGOs we can do, but things may grow more difficult and we should watch closely to see what can be done. With best wishes, Rene Wadlow ASSOCIATION OF WORLD CITIZENS OFFICE TO THE UN - GENEVA 21 June 2007 Hon. Louise Arbour UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Palais Wilson Geneva Re: Gaza Madame High Commissioner: At a time of violence and high tension in Gaza, the Association of World Citizens appeals to you to articulate the concern of the international community for the respect of human rights and the rule of law. There are continuing dangers of the violation of fundamental human rights. The structures of governance have been weakened. Many in Gaza look to the United Nations for protection and help in this time of danger. There are numerous basic human needs which can be met only by external assistance. Thus, I am sure that your efforts with other members of the UN family will be much appreciated. As the UN appeal of 13 June notes, two UN staff have already been killed in the violence, a further indication of the need to protect all humanitarian workers in Gaza. To the extent that NGOs can be of service in support of your efforts, I am sure that you can count upon us. Respectfully yours, Rene Wadlow, Representative to the UN-Geneva of The Association of World Citizens Home Page | AWC Goals | AWC Branches | Archives Resolution 2010 | Human Manifesto | AWC History United Nations | AWC Staff | Join Online Today | Worldometers Contact Us