The SPLM-DC launches political mobilization in Canada

SPLM—DEMOCRATIC CHANGE PRESS STATEMENT: For Immediate Release

SPLM-DC Canada Branch

“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek”, Barack Obama.

June 12, 2009 — The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement for Democratic Change (SPLM-DC) has embarked on a speedy political mobilization and recruitment in Canada effective on June 6, 2009, the day party leadership issued press statement.

As eloquently stated by party leader H.E Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin, the main aims and principles of the SPLM-DC are very clear. They include, but not limited to, the pursuit of true democratic ideals and values, total streamlining and transformation of the failing SPLM party under comrade Salva Kiir and purposeful emancipation of all marginalized Sudanese people. In other words, the SPLM-DC remains adamant to pursue the fundamental objectives, vision and mission of the people’s movement as stipulated in the CPA—such as a united secular and democratic Sudan, and the right to self-determination based on voluntary referendum in 2011 for southerners to determine their destiny. Therefore, SPLM-DC does not change any inch of the basic principles of the cause we sacrificed our dear lives for.

However, the change that the SPLM-DC advocates, as its name suggests, is a democratic change of current wrong policies and incompetent SPLM leadership we have witnessed for the last four years. A change that has clear vision and direction, coherent policy position on issues of concern that matter most to the general public; a change that puts public interests beyond personal interests, without compromising individual people’s potentials.

While knowing and cognizant of the difficulty ahead of us, because change of attitude is not easy, we are committed, with courage and determination, to maintaining and promoting the core values, vision and principles of the SPLM through democratic process. Therefore, the SPLM-DC calls upon the Sudanese people of all backgrounds to vigorously involve themselves in this emancipative undertaking for the sake of our people and country. Time for complacency and indifference must cease. Let’s not be a society of whiners, spectators and doubters. Let’s get to work and be part of this difficult, but liberating journey. Margaret Mead once stated, “Never doubt that a small, group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has”.

So since June 6, 2009 when our party chairman H.E Dr. Lam Akol officially announced the declaration of our reform party for democratic change, the party has attracted so much attention, and a good number of astute supporters declared their membership and support. And the party membership file is fast growing beyond imagination. In Canada, we have now established branch offices in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, with the office of the party representative based in the city of Calgary. Also other branch offices will be established soon in the rest of Canada once we consult with party headquarters in Sudan.

All that we need now as committed members and supporters of this reformation project is to uncompromisingly change things for the better; but only when we combine our individual efforts, skills, knowledge, experiences and commitment to get rid of the existing futile misrule and lack of clear political direction. In doing so, in the coming general elections in 2010 we’re confident that we will together change the political landscape in Sudan and fulfill the dreams of our forefathers. Again, we can achieve these dreams only through establishment of democratic institutions at all levels of government that truly practice major pillars of democracy, for example, good governance, rule of law, sustainable economic development, political opening, unity of purpose and respect for and recognition of our rich cultural differences and diversity.

In sum, time for change is now. No time to waste! The SPLM-DC has therefore taken a rational rather than an emotional approach to the problems and challenges facing our country. For this very reason, the SPLM-DC acknowledges that understanding the root causes of our country’s troubles can lead not only to their resolution, but also to their avoidance altogether. This is our party’s position. A position championed by proactive, responsible and competent leadership with profound knowledge and clear vision about the future of all marginalized mass in the country.

For more information, questions or concerns about recruitment process, party political platforms or any other relevant issues, we can be reached through SPLM-DC Canada office’s contacts below.

Yours in Struggle for Democratic Change,

SPLM for Democratic Change

Canada Head Office

Calgary, Alberta Canada

Tel: 403-453-8199

Email: [email protected]