Theme: Interfaith Prayer for peace in the Congo

Action: host an event to call for peace in the Congo in all faiths

Theme: Congo’s History

Action: Visit friendsofthecongo.org to learn more about Congo’s history

Film proposed: Congo: White King, Red Rubber Black Death
Recommended Reading: Congo: From Leopold to Kabila, A People's History by Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja

Theme: Foreign Powers in the Congo: End militarization of the Congo

Action: Click here to sign petition calling on the US to cease its support of strongmen in Africa

Film proposed: Lumumba by Raoul Peck

Click here to find out more about Lumumba!

Theme: Congo’s Connection to Modern technology

Action: Use cell phones as a tool for activism. Visit www.thecellout.com to get involved and visit conflictminerals.org for more information.

Film proposed: Blood Coltan, Congo Tin Miners, Blood In My Mobile

Theme: The tragedy: Rape used as a weapon of war

Action: Make a contribution to Congolese organizations working with women in the Congo

Film proposed: Lumo, Street Children of Kinshasa, The Greatest Silence, Jazz Mama

Theme: The World’s Best Kept Secret: Realizing Congo’s human and natural potential

Action: Discussion panel, forum, invite speakers, etc

Film proposed: “Crisis in the Congo: Uncovering the Truth” at http://congojustice.org

Theme: Worldwide Support Day of Congo

Action: Fundraiser for Congo Connect Youth Project