The document discusses the plight of North Korean refugees fleeing to China to escape famine and political persecution. It notes that China forcibly returns refugees back to North Korea where they face imprisonment, torture and death. It calls on China to abide by international law and protect refugees, and to allow international organizations access to help refugees. It suggests various actions citizens and governments can take to raise awareness and pressure China to change its policy regarding North Korean refugees.

1. Peace Jam Slam Workshop North Korea - What We Do Not Know and Why the Silence? University of Bradford November 14, 2009 Betsy Kawamura [email_address] , +44 07752 411458

16. North Korea - What We Do Not Know and Why the Silence? WHAT WOULD YOU DO to Challenge Kim Jong Il ? – and to convince President Hu Jintao of China to stop repatriation of NK refugees ? ? What Can You Tell Your UK Government??