Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Joins The No FEAR Institute to Host “Whistleblower Week in Washington”

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Joins The No FEAR Institute to Host “Whistleblower Week in Washington”
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A Call To Action: Protecting Individuals Who Hold Federal Agencies and Institutions Accountable
Washington, DC- On May 12- 14, 2008, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and the No FEAR Institute will host the annual “Whistle Blower Week in Washington, DC” on Capitol Hill. This week is dedicated to informing the American public about the men and women who hold government agencies and business accountable by reporting ethical violations that take place. Often times these individuals are reprimanded and subject to intimidation as a result of speaking out against these injustices.
"The goal of ‘Whistleblower Week in Washington’ is to educate the American public about the abuse and the retaliation occurring to whistleblowers who are protecting the public safety," stated Dr. Marsha Coleman Adebayo, President of the No Fear Coalition.
“The men and woman who bravely come out and expose the injustices and violations that take place with in the federal government agencies and other institutions are the eyes and ears for the American public. These people should be able to speak out freely with no fear of unfair repercussion,” said Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. “I will continue to support legislation that protects these Americans who play a vital role in making sure Congress holds any and all federal agencies and institutions accountable for violations.”
During this week, whistleblowers from all over the nation will have a chance to give their first hand account of the injustices they experienced due to exposing violations and untruths within federal government agencies and other institutions.
"I was told to keep Americans safe from Weapons of Mass Destruction--but I didn't have a computer with internet connection. After I filed a complaint, I was fired." Janet Howard, former Commerce Department Employee 25 years.
"After I testified on behalf of a whistleblower--the government admittedly made a series of mistakes in my pay---and sent me to Federal prison." Jon Grand, former EPA employee
"There is a long history of sexual and physical abuse perpetuated upon USDA Forest Service female employees." Lesa Donnelly, USDA Coalition of Minority Employees
"Because of the suppressive policies of this administration towards military personnel, the American people and even Congress, are susceptible to believing the lies of General Petraeus without having heard from the real boots on the ground. If we were listening to the troops, we would have a very different picture that the rosy one being painted for us by the Administration, and its front men." Adam Kokesh, Iraq Veterans Against the War - contact information: 505-470-1917 or adam@IVAW.org,
Below is the itinerary for the “Whistle Blower Week in Washington, DC.”
Join Us
May 12 - Monday: Plenary Session with Members of Congress, Whistleblower and Civil Rights Organizations:
Convener, the Honorable Rev. Walter E. Fauntroy
Chairwoman, The Honorable Sheila Jackson Lee
Keynote Speaker:
Adam Kokesh, Iraq Veterans Against the War
Rev. Lennox Yearwood, Hip Hop Caucus - Government's Failure to Protect the Katrina Victims
May 13 Tuesday: Library of Congress - Members Room -
Issues impacting the medical community of conscience by the Semmelweis Society
May 14 - Wednesday - No FEAR Tribunal - scores of courageous federal government employees, medical doctors, nurses, Black Farmers, military personnel, veterans, whistleblowers, and civil rights activist will testify. Testimonies will start in the House of Representatives in the morning from (9-12 noon). The testimonies will conclude in the Senate from (2-4pm).
Evening, May 14th - The Walter E. Fauntroy No FEAR Awards Reception from 6-8pm. Please come and support Members of Congress and courageous individuals who fight for a government free of corruption, discrimination and abuse. (Awardees to be announced). Please see website for details and cost.
For more information on registration and activities: The No FEAR Institute -- www.w3conference.org
(301)320-3021
Please send your donations to: Rev. Walter E. Fauntroy,
c/o No FEAR Institute -
1739 9th Street, N.W.,
Washington, DC 20001
or Judith Kargbo
Office of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
202-225-3816

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