Hurricane Melissa has caused widespread damage in Cuba and the Caribbean. We are sending urgently-needed food, water, and supplies to the areas most affected by the storm.
At Pan-American Medical Association (PAMA), we believe communication is key and partnerships are essential. Today, we want to lift up the extraordinary commitment of Carl and Tara Eaton from Not Just Tourist (NJT) Orange County. Their solidarity with underserved communities, including Cuba, has been nothing short of inspiring.
Carl and Tara have helped PAMA and the Los Angeles Hands Off Cuba Committee build a strong force on the West Coast. Their organization, NJT Orange County, has become a vital base of support for our Emergency Hurricane Melissa Cuban Relief Campaign, ensuring that our coalition is rooted in strength and service.
We are also grateful for our partnership with Levántate por Cuba (LPC), specifically Dr. Howard Herman, whose expertise in public health has guided us with insights on how to respond effectively in times of catastrophe. His counsel has been invaluable in shaping our response to Hurricane Melissa.
Together, we continue to gather oral rehydration salt (ORS) packets to combat dehydration and water purification tablets to prevent severe diarrheal illnesses. These supplies are critical for families in Eastern Cuba who are rebuilding their lives after the storm.
We extend our deepest thanks to the Ministry of Public Health in Cuba (MINSAP), whose guidance ensures our aid meets the real needs of the population.
At PAMA, we are committed to creating a profound impact in the hearts of the Cuban people. Our coalition is built on humanity and service to those in need.
Pan-American Medical Association United We Stand, Health In Every Land
DĂaz-Canel on Hurricane Melissa: Our triumph is Life
PETITION: Support Cuba’s Medical Brigades Amid US Attacks
Dear friends, family, colleagues, and fellow Cuba solidarity activists,
The Bay Area Cuba Solidarity Network developed this open letter in collaboration with folks involved in the US-Cuba Normalization Conference Coalition. Once hundreds or thousands of signatures have been collected, the plan is to send it to selected U.S. congressional representatives and senators, as well as the heads of the UN delegations of most countries.
The letter provides some information about Cuba's amazing international medical brigades as well as a summary of the Trump/Rubio administration's ridiculous claims and outrageous actions.
Tell Trump that he must, with a stroke of his pen, remove Cuba from this arbitrary list.
For more information on the SSOT and how to advocate or campaign for Cuba’s removal go to:
acere.org/acere-advocacy-toolkit
nnoc.org/resolutions
