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The Bay Area Eritreans for Democratic Change (BAEDC) celebrated May 24^th this year in a very unique way. Traditionally, BAEDC celebrates in fanfare and with known musicians. This year has been different in all measures to the worst for the Eritrean people have suffered immensely. The Eritrean people amassed sad news to sad news day and day out for the last few years. This year top them the most. Drowning in the Mediterranean Sea in mass has become the norm life. Beheading by Islamic extremists is a new addition to the suffering. This cohort action hits into the heart of the Eritrean interwoven community. Dealing with such plight and suffering, does one need dancing and parting? Parting for what end? What is the meaning of independence when the essence of life under independence is enslavement? What is the meaning of independence when the owners are hunted by their own government and weathered by the scorch of the desert and swallowed by the deep seas? What is independence when it is synonyms with hell, enslavement, oppression, persecution, absolute dictatorship etc.? Dancing is not an answer to those questions. Because of those who parish in the Mediterranean Sea and those who were beheaded in Libya, BAEDC planned to celebrate May 24^th in a unique way.

BAEDC has canceled the scheduled fanfare celebration for independence day, and instead replaced it with a solemn way by remembering those who parish seeking the light of freedom. Yes, seeking freedom. The owners of independent Eritrea have been fleeing the country for years in mass to seek freedom. Eritrean independence in essence is only replacing Eritrean flag to colonial. Thus, BAEDC presented human trafficking documentary prepared by Meron Stefanos. The documentary shows the brutality, inhuman and evil atrocities roots. As sad as it is, the documentary is evidence of how the Eritrean youth is encountering the atrocities weaved by PFDJ thugs. This documentary is a MUST see for all Eritreans.

After the documentary, BAEDC members discussed on how to work together. Discussions focused on how to avoid side issues and instead to focus on the big elephant in the room. BAEDC board assured members that more engaging meeting that are focused on harmonizing the opposition will follow.

In conclusion, participants were very satisfied by the boards plan. It was very gratifying to remember those children, unborn children, pregnant women, young mothers, youth and elders who lost their lives because of PFDJ’s atrocious actions.   

The Dreams of those who perish will come true only by us!