"SAVE DARFUR NOW: Voices to Stop Genocide," a rally and concert in New York City on September 17

On April 30, 2006, tens of thousands of Darfur activists gathered on the National Mall in Washington to call attention to the genocide in Darfur and to demand action by the U.S. government.

And our message was heard, prompting President Bush to dispatch an aide directly to the Darfur peace talks in Africa. The Darfur Peace Agreement was signed, offering a glimmer of hope that the genocide could be stopped.

But since then other events have consumed the world's attention and the Darfur genocide has fallen off the agenda.

We must demonstrate a global commitment to establish a lasting peace for the people of Darfur. That is why the Save Darfur Coalition is organizing "SAVE DARFUR NOW: Voices to Stop Genocide," a rally and concert in New York City on September 17 and why organizations around the world are organizing a Global Day for Darfur.

Click here for more information and to sign up to attend.

For two weeks in September, the United Nations General Assembly will meet in New York City. This is an opportunity to bring our efforts on behalf of the people of Darfur directly to the United Nations. That is why, in addition to "SAVE DARFUR NOW: Voices to Stop Genocide," we begin 10 Days of Action on September 7 leading up to September 17.

If you cannot make it to New York City, September 17 events are taking place in cities around the country and the globe all with the same goal: to show worldwide support for the people of Darfur and to put pressure on world governments to protect Darfur's innocent civilians.

Click here for more information and to sign up to attend.

Thank you for your continued support. As we approach September 17, we will announce information on speakers, performers, event time and location.

Sincerely,

David Rubenstein
Save Darfur Coalition