BURMA: FREE ZARGANAR
As stars of the comedy world gather for this year’s Edinburgh Festival, one of Burma’s most popular comedians remains behind bars. Zarganar was sentenced to 35 years in prison in 2008 for criticising the Burmese government’s handling of Cyclone Nargis, and for his independent efforts to help victims of the disaster. His health is poor and his family has been banned from visiting him.
 SERBIA: The Belgrade authorities plan to forcibly evict Roma communities living in informal settlements. At least 70 homes will be demolished, leaving many families homeless. Take action |
 INDONESIA: Prison authorities are denying Johan Teterissa desperately needed medical care for an illness apparently caused by torture and ill treatment at the time of his arrest. Act now |
 UK: Last month the No Recourse pilot project, which provides vital support for women facing violence, was extended until 2011. Help us make it a permanent reality. Act now |
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