What You Can Do
Ask Congress to:
- Co-sponsor and pass S.891 Congo Conflict Minerals Act of 2009. This bill requires U.S based companies to track and disclose the country of origin of minerals used in their products.
- Increase US financial assistance to address the urgent needs of families forced to flee their homes by rebel attacks.
- Commit the US to work with local governments and organizations to develop a regional Great Lakes strategy to promote and ensure peace.
- Write a Congressional resolution and letters to Administration officials to bring attention to the situation in DR Congo.
Ask President Obama and Secretary Clinton to:
- Promote speedy passage of S.891 Conflict Minerals Act of 2009.
- Develop a comprehensive strategy for how the United States will work with international partners and local organizations to ensure an end to the violence.
- Increase US financial assistance to address the urgent needs of families forced to flee their homes by rebel attacks.
- Commit the US to make long-term recovery for communities affected by the violence a priority in the region.
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