“We, the Khmer-Krom of Kampuchea Krom insist on the right to be regarded by ourselves and the world as a nation.”
The New world like other parts of the world has suffered
and experienced colonialism.
“We appeal for unity”
Appeal for “Khmer Krom Rights”
The Second Anniversary of peaceful demonstration for religion freedom in Kleang (renamed Soc Trang) province, Kampuchea krom.
“A day of prayers – Khmer Krom Religious Rights Day on 8th of February, 2009”
KKF Supports HRW report stating it is Appropriate and Accurate Not Fabricated
Below is a direct translation from RFA interview on 24/1/09. Click here to listen
Ladies and gentlemen, the Vietnam government has rejected the human rights abuses of the Khmer Krom people as reported by the Human Rights Watch stating that it was fabricated.
KKF appeals to Governments, NGOs & Human Rights Organisation to Read HRW Publication
Office of the President
24 January 2009
On behalf of the Khmers Kampuchea-Krom Federation, we would like to acknowledge and encourage all Khmer, Khmer-Krom, human rights organisations and citizens of every country to purchase and/or read the latest publication released by the Human Rights Watch, entitled, On the Margins: Rights Abuses of Ethnic Khmer in Vietnam's Mekong Delta.
Vietnam rejects false report on Khmer ethnic people
The Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has slammed the Human Rights Watch (HRW)’s fabricated report regarding the Khmer ethnic group in the country.
Vietnam: Halt Abuses of Ethnic Khmer in Mekong Delta
Government Suppresses Peaceful Protests for Religious, Cultural, and Land Rights
Published by Human Rights Watch
Vietnam Urged to Respect Rights of Khmer Krom
By Heng Reaksmey, VOA Khmer
Phnom Penh
21 January 2009
The US-based Human Rights Watch on Wednesday urged the Vietnamese government to immediately free Khmer Kampuchea Krom monks and land rights activists from prison or house arrest for their involvement in the “peaceful expression of their political and religious beliefs.”
On the Margins: Rights Abuses of Ethnic Khmer in Vietnam's Mekong Delta
Published by Human Rights Watch
This report documents ongoing violations of the rights of the Khmer Krom in southern Vietnam and also abuses in Cambodia against Khmer Krom who have fled there for refuge. Wary about possible Khmer Krom nationalist aspirations, Vietnam has suppressed peaceful expressions of dissent and banned Khmer Krom human rights publications. It also tightly controls the Theravada Buddhism practiced by the Khmer Krom, who see this form of Buddhism as the foundation of their distinct culture and ethnic identity.
The Story of a Great Family Man and a True Khmer Krom at Heart
On 13 October 2008, the Khmer Krom community in Washington State lost a well respected and beloved man by the name of Mr. Lam Vong. He was a legend in his own right, achieving many great accomplishments and a true Khmer Krom at heart.
KKF Congratulates President-Elect Obama
Dear President-Elect Obama:
Five more days will be the most important and historical day for the American to celebrate your inauguration to become the 44th President of the United States of the America.
