Front Line Defenders : 1.30.08

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On January 30th, over 100 American Ireland Fund supporters gathered to learn about the great Irish charity, Front Line Defenders, and to launch its American branch. Front Line provides support, guidance and protection to Human Rights defenders across the globe.

New York Dinner Committee member, Brian Jacobs, hosted the event and spoke movingly about his involvement in Front Line and how much impact the organization has had on him. He asked the guests to consider how important it is to get involved in a cause that protects the lives of people of immense courage who, at great personal risk, stand up for human dignity.

Guests then heard from Mary Lawlor, Director of Front Line, who highlighted the organization’s message that to protect one is to empower a thousand. Loretta Brennan Glucksman also spoke and thanked everyone for being there to learn about the laudable work of Front Line.

A message from former President of Ireland, Mary Robinson, highlighted the importance of Front Line’s work worldwide and the fragility of human rights in so many parts of the world. Brian Jacobs closed the speaking portion with a challenge pledging to match the first $10,000 raised for Front Line. The Friends of Front Line USA will promote the organization in America and emphasize the bravery of human rights defenders.

For further information and to become a Friend of Front Line please contact:

Caitlin McCormick
T: 212-689-3100
E: cmccormick@irlfunds.org

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