SYDNEY (FDI): – World Falun Dafa Day will be celebrated through all-day activities
at the Sydney Town Hall. As an ancient practice that has existed for thousands
of years, this day marks the 11th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s introduction to
the public.
There will be performances and a concert that are part of the World Falun Dafa
concert held in Sydney Town Hall, 13 May 2003.
At the same, we must not forget the practitioners who are continuing in their
courageous efforts to regain the right to freedom of belief for all citizens
of China. We invite all kind-hearted people from around the world to join us
in expressing our support for those who have sacrificed so much for their beliefs.
Town Hall Square, George St, Sydney:
8:30am – 10:30am : Large scale group exercise practice
11:00am – 12:00pm & 3:00pm – 4:00pm : Multicultural parade: banners displaying “Truth, Compassion, Tolerance” in different languages from Town Hall to Chinatown
12:00pm – 2:00pm : Outdoor performance schedule
4:00pm – 6:00pm : Large-scale group exercise practice
All day activities Exercise workshops, art & photo exhibits, Chinese calligraphy
writing
Sydney Town Hall, Auditorium:
7:30pm Free public concert featuring performances of traditional Chinese culture
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Background
World Falun Dafa Day officially celebrates “Truthfulness, Compassion, Tolerance,”
on May 13.
Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is a practice of meditation and exercises
based on the universal principle of “Truthfulness-Compassion-Tolerance.”
Since its introduction in 1992, it quickly spread throughout China, and is now
being practiced in over 50 countries.
The Sydney Falun Information centre has verified details of 673 deaths since
the persecution of Falun Gong began in 1999. Hundreds of thousands have been
detained, with more than 100, 000 sentenced to forced labour camps normally
without a fair trial.
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Contacts: Kay Rubacek 0409 743832 , Thomas Dobson 0414 538 115
Email: news@falunau.org Website: www.falunau.org
