Access to computers is very limited at the University of San Carlos. The AEU has two computers but no access to electronic mail. We hope to pursue the goal of fast electronic communication between our schools as a response to any further acts of repression. The watchful eyes of friends in the U.S. provide them added protection. The representitive told us that the attention we could attract among interested Americans is one of the most important goals we can pursue.
Awareness is a powerful motivation to students fighting against very powerful odds.
If they see enthusiasm and activism among their student counterparts in the United States they can find the energy to push even harder against the powers that be. Creating contacts that provide an exchange of information and the possibilities of exchange are an important example of solidarity work. It is important at this point to define solidarity work. Solidarity is not charity work. It is communication and action between cultures and community around the globe.