To many Kurds, who have found their true identity, Kurdistan resembles a mother that has been suppressed and taken advantage of by four influential men in the Middle East. In this age such a mother should be free to make a choice. In neither part of their ancestral homeland Kurds have been asked about their choices of status quo, federalism, or independence. Unity is a noble idea and should serve all equally. Unfortunately the unity that the governments of dominant ethnic groups advocate has only served them. For this reason over 98% of the Kurdish population in Southern Kurdistan voted for independence in an unofficial referendum in 2004. Many individuals and organizations, that support equal right for all, believe the Kurds should be allowed to determine their destiny and be given the option of voting for status quo, federalism, and independence in a referendum monitored by the international community.

The purpose of this petition is to remind the United Nations about its obligation to defend the right of all nations including the ones that are are not represented by a state yet, such as the Kurdish one. Moral support and signature of all individuals and organizations that believe in self determination rights is appreciated. The collection of signatures will be continuous; however, the result of the initial phase will be disclosed before the Kurdish New Year in March 2007.

Please sign the petition on line by choosing either I=independence, F=federalism, or S=status quo. Any signature without clarification or comments is considered as I=independence. If possible, please indicate your name, origin, place of residence, and date you made your choice. Please avoid lengthy comments, duplicate signatures, and try to be non-partisan. Please respect the dignity of everyone and treat even your opponents the way you like to be treated.

http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/kurdishchoices/

The petition may also be signed at: http://www.art-in-mind.net/petition

In case the petition websites are blocked or down for unclear reasons, please try to sign it again later. Or you may send your e-mail with your vote to admin@art-in-mind.net. As an alternative please send a letter indicative of of your choice to: Art-in-Mind, P.O. Box 50822, Irvine, CA 92619, USA. Please be aware that no paymnets to should be made for this petition and we are not associated with anyone who might ask for donation.