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To: The Government of Ireland, Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin, Members of Dáil Éireann, and the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence
Ireland Must Act Now: Demand Peace and Justice for the People of the Democratic Republic of Congo
We, the undersigned, call upon the Irish Government to take immediate action to support peace, justice, and humanitarian aid for the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Why is this important?
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has faced one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises for decades. Beginning with the First Congo War in 1996 and the devastating Second Congo War in 1998, over 10 million people have lost their lives, with millions more displaced, suffering from hunger, and enduring human rights violations. As a nation committed to peace, democracy, and human rights, Ireland has a moral responsibility to act in solidarity with the people of the DRC.
The DRC is facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with:
- Over 6 million people displaced due to ongoing violence.
- Widespread human rights violations, including massacres and sexual violence.
- Severe food insecurity, affecting millions, including children.
- The exploitation of minerals (diamond, cassiterite, copper, cobalt, and coltan ) funding armed groups and fuelling conflict.
Ireland’s Historic Connection to the DRC
Ireland has a long-standing connection with the DRC:
- Roger Casement exposed the atrocities of King Leopold II’s colonial rule.
- Irish peacekeepers served in the 1960s as part of the UN mission, including the historic Siege of Jadotville.
Given this history, Ireland must stand for justice and act now.
We Urge the Irish Government to:
We Urge the Irish Government to:
- Publicly condemn human rights abuses and call for accountability.
- Increase humanitarian aid to support displaced people and communities.
- Advocate at the EU and UN for stronger sanctions on those funding violence.
Ensure ethical trade practices, preventing Irish companies from sourcing conflict minerals.
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You're sincerely,
Concerned Citizens Ireland
Mamy Nzema Nkoy
Victoria Musitongo
Benedicte Luzemba
Julia Ngadi
Sign This Petition to Show Your Support!
You're sincerely,
Concerned Citizens Ireland
Mamy Nzema Nkoy
Victoria Musitongo
Benedicte Luzemba
Julia Ngadi