“It is my fervent wish that future generations uphold the principles of political freedoms, peace and anti-militarism”
(London, 18 June 2020)
Ninety-five years ago today Carmel Brickman was born in London, later taking her Indonesian husband's last name to become Carmel Budiardjo. Having been an activist since a young age as a student, she carried on to set up TAPOL in 1973 on her release as a political prisoner in Indonesia. TAPOL carries on her legacy.
Happy birthday, Carmel!
The Right Livelihood Award's tribute on Carmel’s birthday: https://www.rightlivelihoodaward.org/media/carmel-budiardjo-urges-respect-for-political-freedoms-as-she-turns-95/
Carmel and the Story of TAPOL:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3kdrMXXE0o&t=1275s
TAPOL's bulletins from 1973 to 2008 are stored at Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia, from where electronic versions can be accessed. http://bit.ly/19WLykX