MESSAGE TO ALL WORLD LEADERS : Urgent Appeal for INVESTIGATION and RESTITUTION for HISTORICAL WRONGS

 

 

MESSAGE TO ALL WORLD LEADERS : Urgent Appeal for INVESTIGATION and RESTITUTION for HISTORICAL WRONGS

 

Ronald A. Wederfoort, Nijmegenstraat #87, Willemstad, Curacao,  Ronald_Wederfoort@yahoo.com, Ronald.Wederfoort@Gmail.com,(+599) 9 6677494

 

Date: 07 July 2023

TO ALL WORLD LEADERS

 

Subject: Urgent Appeal for Investigation and Restitution for Historical Wrongs

 

Dear World Leaders,

I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I write to you as a concerned global citizen to bring your attention to an important matter that demands immediate attention and action. As leaders of our respective nations, it is our collective responsibility to address historical injustices and promote a more just and equitable world for all.

Recently, I became aware of the commendable actions taken by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands, who commissioned a study into the role of the Royal House of Orange-Nassau in slavery in the Netherlands. This noble gesture demonstrates a commitment to acknowledging past wrongs and fostering reconciliation. Inspired by this initiative, I appeal to you, as leaders with influence, to consider similar actions within your own country.

The scars of slavery, human rights abuses, and other crimes against humanity have left lasting wounds on societies around the world. While we cannot change the past, we have a moral obligation to rectify the injustices perpetrated and to heal the wounds that continue to affect individuals and communities today. A comprehensive investigation into the historical involvement of your nation in these atrocities would serve as an essential step towards truth, reconciliation, and meaningful progress.

Furthermore, it is crucial to acknowledge that reparations play a vital role in addressing the consequences of these historical wrongs. Restitution, whether through financial compensation, community support, educational initiatives, or other forms of redress, can help rebuild trust and restore dignity to those who have suffered. By taking decisive action to give back what has been taken or damaged, we can foster healing, promote social cohesion, and build a more inclusive society for future generations.

I urge you, esteemed leaders, to initiate an investigation into your nation's historical involvement in slavery, human rights abuses, and other crimes against humanity. By doing so, you will send a powerful message to the international community that your country is committed to justice, reconciliation, and the pursuit of a fairer world.

In this pursuit, I stand ready to support and amplify your efforts. Together, we can pave the way for a brighter future where the shadows of the past no longer cast their long, dark shadows over our societies.

Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I remain hopeful that you will seize this opportunity to address historical wrongs and set an example for leaders worldwide.

Yours sincerely,

Ronald A. Wederfoort  (+599) 9 6677494