PRESS RELEASE

NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS SOLUTIONS TO

LAOS’ 40-YEAR-OLD CLUSTER BOMB PROBLEM

(Washington D.C., Feb 3, 2010) – Legacies of War (“Legacies”) announces the release of its conference report, “A Peaceful Legacy Now: Briefing & Discussion on Cluster Bomb Removal and Assistance in Laos,” which details the current status of cluster bomb clearance, victim assistance and risk awareness education in Laos and recommends a substantial increase in U.S. funding for these activities. The report contains the key findings and recommendations that emerged from the first U.S.-based meeting on the topic of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in Laos, convened by Legacies in Washington, D.C. on November 5, 2009.

“The report contains the most up-to-date information on the issue of UXO in Laos,” says Brett Dakin, Chair of Legacies’ Board of Directors.  He adds, “The November conference offered an historic opportunity to hear about the U.S. Vietnam War-era bombing and to discuss the current status of UXO clearance and related programs. This was the first time representatives of the U.S. and Lao governments and humanitarian organizations have all sat down together in one room to share their perspectives on finally addressing the long-term problem of UXO in Laos. We now have a clearer picture of the problem, and how to finally bring this 40-year old tragedy to an end.< ...more

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Legacies of War is accepting submissions for an exhibition piece, entitled, "Our Shared Journey," for the National Traveling Exhibition.  We invite you to contribute your stories and photos.

Deadline is MARCH 15, 2009 for San Diego. ...more

The Carpetbag Theatre Inc. Presents REFUGEE NATION as part of their Show What You Know Festival 2008

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