As part of the second phase of the “Freedom for Abdullah Öcalan, Political Solution to the Kurdish Question” initiative, preparations for the march and rally to be held in Cologne on 16 November are underway.

The march is organized by various organizations starting with the European Kurdish Women’s Movement (TJK-E). Artists Hozan Comerd and Seyda Perinçek are taking part in the preparations at the Cologne Democratic Kurdish Community Center.

Hozan Comerd: we must show our strength that day

Hozan Comerd said: "I am calling out to all our people living in Europe. Our people have known very well for 40 years that every day is the same. Every day is built with the unique sacrifice and labor of the Kurdish people. That is why, on 16 November, in the mountains, in Shengal, in Rojava, in South Kurdistan, the enemy’s attacks against us have been obvious and continue every day. That is why, in order to defend the values ​​and freedom of the Kurdish people and our Leader, all of our people should be in Cologne, and should boost their people’s morale. That day, they should show their strength against the whole world and the enemy."

Seyda Perinçek: We want freedom for our leader

Artist Seyda Perinçek said: "All of our people living in Europe should participate. Let’s make our voices heard to our resisting people. Let’s demand freedom for our leader and let the whole world know."

After the preparations, the young people distributed leaflets and brochures in various districts of Cologne.