By: Priscila Néri, Posted: Nov 5 08

Saudi Arabia

Arbitrary arrest, Detention, Freedom of opinion & expression

Detention, Editor's Pick, Freedom of Speech, Human Rights Defenders, online activism, political oppression, Saudi Arabia

"This is our silent invitation to the world," says one Saudi activist, "but can the world hear us?". Today Saudi activists launch a two-day hunger strike via Facebook to protest the detention of 11 human rights activists who have been held in Saudi Arabia for months - some for almost two years - without charge. In a country where the internet is strictly monitored and controlled, this campaign is a bold attempt to use online tools to advocate for justice and mobilize global support. Read this post by Chris Michael to learn more and get involved.