On 15 August 2017, sixteen activists were sentenced to 8-13 months in prison by the Hong Kong government for protesting in 2014 against the controversial HK$340 million northeast New Territories development plan. Moreover, young activists from Umbrella Movement and other movements are also facing high risk of disproportionately harsh sentencing at the upcoming trial.
Network of Young Democratic Asians (NOYDA) strongly condemns that Hong Kong Department of Justice using unjust trial as political prosecution to repress activists. Hong Kong has always celebrated its rule of law traditions. However in recent years Hong Kong has been shadowed by authoritarian rule which merely claim rule by law. We believe that citizen's right to political participation, as one of the fundamental human right, should not be suppressed by Beijing and Hong Kong government under any circumstances. NOYDA calls on the international community not to condone the situation of the Hong Kong Government's violation of human rights.
Recession of democracy and civil liberties unfortunately have been a trend in Asia in recent decade. This sends a loud message to all those who passionately pursue genuine democracy. Members of NOYDA will stand in solidarity with Hong Kong against any sorts of repression.
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What has happened in Hong Kong since 2014 : https://www.noyda.org/
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Reached 250 supporters
August 18, 2017
Reached 100 supporters
August 18, 2017
173 Comments
The Latin American Youth Network for Democracy strongly condemns these acts of political persecution by the Hong Kong authorities. We stand in support of our partners in the struggle for more freedom and democracy.
"If you're not outraged, you're not paying attention." We cannot stand idly by as China strangles Hong Kong's freedom.
A very bad time for democracy and the rule of law in Hong Kong. China is ruining one of the freest cities in Asia. I stand by 羅冠聰 Nathan Law, 黃之鋒 Joshua Wong, and Chow Alex.
They did nothing wrong to stay in a public area and they didn't use any violence. Why could they be sentenced after 3 years? It's completely nonsense
This is a very serious issue. We need to stand together, not only as an asians, but as young people generation, for better future life. Pro Democracy.
As a proud Westerner who has a deep hatred for communism, I want to live long enough to see the demise of the Chinese Commie Government ... We can achieve this by stripping it from its territories 操你妈 中国 操你妈 中国人 操你妈 毛主席
EVERYONE IS ENTITLED TO FREEDOM BE IT ONLY GAINED BY FIGHTING FOR YOUR RIGHTS & SO MANY FREE WESTERNERS ARE THINKING OF YOU & FULLY SUPPORT YOU. WISHING YOU EVERY SUCCESS & STRENGTH. OUR HEARTS REACH OUT TO YOU
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On 15 August 2017, sixteen activists were sentenced to 8-13 months in prison by the Hong Kong government for protesting in 2014 against the controversial HK$340 million northeast New Territories development plan. Moreover, young activists from Umbrella Movement and other movements are also facing high risk of disproportionately harsh sentencing at the upcoming trial.
Network of Young Democratic Asians (NOYDA) strongly condemns that Hong Kong Department of Justice using unjust trial as political prosecution to repress activists. Hong Kong has always celebrated its rule of law traditions. However in recent years Hong Kong has been shadowed by authoritarian rule which merely claim rule by law. We believe that citizen's right to political participation, as one of the fundamental human right, should not be suppressed by Beijing and Hong Kong government under any circumstances. NOYDA calls on the international community not to condone the situation of the Hong Kong Government's violation of human rights.
Recession of democracy and civil liberties unfortunately have been a trend in Asia in recent decade. This sends a loud message to all those who passionately pursue genuine democracy. Members of NOYDA will stand in solidarity with Hong Kong against any sorts of repression.
Join us by signing this petitions and show support to Hong Kong activists !
What has happened in Hong Kong since 2014 : https://www.noyda.org/
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
August 18, 2017
Reached 100 supporters
August 18, 2017
173 Comments
It's disappointing that Hong Kong would neglect its commitment to rule of law and democracy by imprisoning its citizens as punishment for civic engagement. I hope to see these activists freed and a change in the policies that led to their imprisonment
The Latin American Youth Network for Democracy strongly condemns these acts of political persecution by the Hong Kong authorities. We stand in support of our partners in the struggle for more freedom and democracy.
"If you're not outraged, you're not paying attention." We cannot stand idly by as China strangles Hong Kong's freedom.
A very bad time for democracy and the rule of law in Hong Kong. China is ruining one of the freest cities in Asia. I stand by 羅冠聰 Nathan Law, 黃之鋒 Joshua Wong, and Chow Alex.
They did nothing wrong to stay in a public area and they didn't use any violence. Why could they be sentenced after 3 years? It's completely nonsense
This is a very serious issue. We need to stand together, not only as an asians, but as young people generation, for better future life. Pro Democracy.
As a proud Westerner who has a deep hatred for communism, I want to live long enough to see the demise of the Chinese Commie Government ... We can achieve this by stripping it from its territories 操你妈 中国 操你妈 中国人 操你妈 毛主席
EVERYONE IS ENTITLED TO FREEDOM BE IT ONLY GAINED BY FIGHTING FOR YOUR RIGHTS & SO MANY FREE WESTERNERS ARE THINKING OF YOU & FULLY SUPPORT YOU. WISHING YOU EVERY SUCCESS & STRENGTH. OUR HEARTS REACH OUT TO YOU
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It's disappointing that Hong Kong would neglect its commitment to rule of law and democracy by imprisoning its citizens as punishment for civic engagement. I hope to see these activists freed and a change in the policies that led to their imprisonment