Burmese Refugees Film Screening

Join the UMD Campaign for Burma as we screen the independent film "Nickel City Smiler" and listen to Myra Dahgaypaw, an ex-refugee from Burma, speak about her experiences and about ethnic genocide in the country. For over 60 years, the Burmese government has waged war against the Karen people in the east, destroying thousands of villages and raping and murdering the people, especially women. Working for the U.S. Campaign for Burma, Myra has devoted her life to giving these disappearing people a voice.

Come out on Monday, May 7th at 7:30pm in the Atrium of Stamp as we rally to show support for the welfare of refugees.

About the film: In Burma, Smiler Greely fought against the brutal government, who tortured, raped and murdered thousands. After spending over 20 years in a refugee camp, Smiler and his family were selected for resettlement to Buffalo, New York. "Nickel City Smiler" documents the struggles of the refugee community in one of America’s poorest cities. Fighting against poverty, violence and bureaucracy, Smiler battles for the hopes and hearts of his people.

Here is also a link to the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/events/320017261404669/