November 15, Writers In Prison Day.

      Across the globe, on a regular basis, those who through their writing, attempt to draw attention to injustice, inequality, to human degradation and institutional repression, find themselves at the receiving end of these scars on humanity, and end up in prison. Those responsible for such crimes against groups and individuals do not like exposure or criticism. However, these voices of dissent, those courageous enough to throw the light of publicity on these matters are at the forefront of the struggle for justice and equality, and we should always show our solidarity with their efforts. To draw attention to those imprisoned writers, in 1981 International PEN, Writers in Prison Committee created 15, November as The Day of The Imprisoned Writer as an annual international event. It is important that we recognise and support, those writers who resist all attempts at the repression of the basic human right of self expression and the right to freely impart information. Without dissenting voices we live in the darkness of ignorance.

      So today, spare a thought and take up your pen, or strike your keypad to defend those, who find themselves in prison for defending us. 

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