Over the last 10 days, hundreds of asylum seekers in Manus Island detention centre have courageously protested against the Abbott government’s refusal to process their claims for the last 18 months. Braving physical violence, threats, intimidation and a lack of running water and basic supplies, more than 700 refugees inside the camp have regained some control over their lives and bodies in the face of an inhumane regime. Here we print a statement penned on 18 January by the Manus Island detention centre protesters.
Posted on: Thu, 22 Jan 2015 01:46:49 +0000
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