Father Ly, a 69 year old priest and human rights activist is currently serving eight years in prison for peacefully promoting democracy and freedom of speech. Father Ly’s trial was grossly unfair as he was gagged and without legal representation.
This isn’t the first time Father Ly has been in prison for peaceful activism. He’s been punished by Vietnamese officials for 20 years of his life.
Sadly, his health is declining after recently suffering a stroke. Father Ly is now paralysed and is in need of proper medical care.
According to Vietnam’s official media, the Vietnamese Government is planning to release 17,000 prisoners to mark their National Day on 2 September 2015. Together, we must ensure that Father Ly is one of the prisoners granted freedom on this momentous day.
Write to President Truong Tan Sang, calling on Vietnam to release Father Ly on the 2nd September 2015.
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August 26, 2015
VIETNAM: RELEASE FATHER LY ON 2 SEPTEMBER 2015
by Nhan Quyen • Nguyen Van Ly
Amnesty | Aug 25, 2015
CASE OVERVIEW
Father Ly, a 69 year old priest and human rights activist is currently serving eight years in prison for peacefully promoting democracy and freedom of speech. Father Ly’s trial was grossly unfair as he was gagged and without legal representation.
This isn’t the first time Father Ly has been in prison for peaceful activism. He’s been punished by Vietnamese officials for 20 years of his life.
Sadly, his health is declining after recently suffering a stroke. Father Ly is now paralysed and is in need of proper medical care.
According to Vietnam’s official media, the Vietnamese Government is planning to release 17,000 prisoners to mark their National Day on 2 September 2015. Together, we must ensure that Father Ly is one of the prisoners granted freedom on this momentous day.
Write to President Truong Tan Sang, calling on Vietnam to release Father Ly on the 2nd September 2015.