- The rally will start in Plaza Bolívar in Chacao and then reach the Brazilian Embassy | Photo: archive
Provea announced a call for protests on September 11 in Caracas to demand the release of all political prisoners, estimated at around 2,500 people.
The mobilization will begin at 10:00 am in the Bolívar square in Chacao and then head to the Brazilian Embassy located on Mohedano Avenue in La Castellana, according to the details provided by the non-governmental organization (NGO) on its X account.
“They are all innocent and should be free with their families. Defending the truth is not a crime,” Provea said.
With this measure, the organization seeks to have the Brazilian government intervene for the release of political prisoners and demand an end to repression in Venezuela.
Venezuela demands the immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners. #LulaIntercedePorVzla
This Wednesday #11Sep mobilization to the Brazilian diplomatic headquarters 🇧🇷 to request mediation in the release of the 2,500 political prisoners and an end to repression.… pic.twitter.com/Y7r4cMzSj9
— PROVEA (@_Provea) September 9, 2024
They seek to make political prisoners visible
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On August 17, the Committee of Relatives of Political Prisoners published a list of the names of the 2,500 political prisoners detained in the country. The event took place in front of the Líder shopping center, located in La California, Caracas.
Relatives, friends and activists attended the rally, demanding the release of all those detained for political reasons.
Various non-governmental organizations They have warned on the transfer of several people arrested during post-election protests to prisons in the country.
For example, on August 31, the Venezuelan Prison Observatory (OVP) noted that less than 700 peoplearbitrarily detained after the presidential elections of July 28, were taken to the Aragua Penitentiary Center, known as “Tocorón”; the Hombre Nuevo Libertador Training Center, known as “Fénix Carabobo,” and the facilities of the evacuated Carabobo Penitentiary Center, known as “Tocuyito.”
Wave of repression in Venezuela
The non-governmental organization Human Rights Watch (HRW) issued a statement on September 4 in which it denounced repression of protests following the presidential elections on July 28.
HRW said it has “credible reports of 24 murders” in the context of the protests, including a member of the Bolivarian National Guard (GNB).
Many relatives, witnesses and others who could provide information about the cases did not want to be interviewed for fear of government reprisals,” he said.
The NGO called for support for the ongoing investigation by the ICC Prosecutor’s Office and for consideration of imposing individual sanctions on those responsible for serious human rights violations.
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2024-09-10 06:35:10
What is the significance of the September 11, 2024, protest organized by Provea in Caracas?
Provea Calls for Protest in Caracas to Demand Release of Political Prisoners
On September 11, 2024, Provea, a prominent Venezuelan human rights organization, will organize a protest in Caracas to demand the release of all political prisoners, estimated to be around 2,500 individuals. The protest aims to bring attention to the plight of these individuals and their families, who have been detained for speaking out against the government.
Protest Details
The mobilization will begin at 10:00 am in the Bolívar square in Chacao and then head to the Brazilian Embassy located on Mohedano Avenue in La Castellana. Provea has called on citizens to join the protest and demand the release of political prisoners, stating, “They are all innocent and should be free with their families. Defending the truth is not a crime.” [ref[ref[ref[ref]
Background
Provea, or the Venezuelan Education-Action Program on Human Rights, is a non-governmental organization (NGO) that has been working to promote and defend human rights in Venezuela for over 30 years [2[2[2[2]. The organization has been a vocal critic of the Venezuelan government, highlighting human rights abuses and demanding accountability.
The Committee of Relatives of Political Prisoners
On August 17, 2024, the Committee of Relatives of Political Prisoners published a list of the names of the 2,500 political prisoners detained in the country. The event took place in front of the Líder shopping center, located in La Castellana. The committee’s efforts aim to make political prisoners visible, highlighting the human cost of the government’s repression.
Brazilian Government Mediation
Provea’s protest also seeks to have the Brazilian government intervene for the release of political prisoners and demand an end to repression in Venezuela. The organization is calling on citizens to join the protest and demand that the Brazilian government take action to support democracy and human rights in Venezuela.
International Support
Provea’s efforts have received international support, with human rights organizations and governments around the world condemning the Venezuelan government’s human rights abuses. The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) has also taken notice, extending precautionary measures to protect the lives and integrity of Provea coordinators [1[1[1[1].
Conclusion
Provea’s protest on September 11, 2024, is a crucial step in demanding justice and accountability for political prisoners in Venezuela. The organization’s efforts to make political prisoners visible and to demand international support are vital in bringing attention to the human rights crisis in Venezuela. As Provea’s statement emphasizes, “They are all innocent and should be free with their families. Defending the truth is not a crime.”
