We mourn the passing of our friend and colleague Dr. Pobzeb Vang. Dr. Pobzeb dedicated his life to the cause of the human rights injustices faced by the Secret War veterans and their families that live in the jungles of Laos. He will be greatly missed by all those that long to see the day these people are set free. Our prayers are that God sustain his wife and children through this difficult time. 

The Fact Finding Commission



Ger Vang

Thua Vang

Georgie Szendrey
Ed Szendrey

For more info, please check the Fact Finding Commission

27 August 2005

Condolences

My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Pobzeb Vang who passed away recently.

Dr. Pobzeb was a compassionate man who continued over many years to highlight the suffering of the Hmong Lao Veterans that endeavored to liberate Laos from oppression. His efforts successfully contributed to the broader international debate that brought focus on the human rights violations that continue in Laos today under the current regime.

Dr. Pobzeb will be sadly missed among the many people who knew him and knew of his selfless contributions in raising awareness of the suffering imposed on the People of Laos, in particular, the Hmong Lao Veterans.

May his life's dedication be a legacy of hope and remind us that even one voice whispering in the vastness of this world can make a huge difference in the quest for freedom and democracy.

Kay Danes
Former prisoner of Laos [2000-2001]
Human Rights Advocate
Foreign Prisoner Support Services
http://www.foreignprisoners.com

PO Box 5401
West End. QLD. Australia 4101
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Statement of Dr. Vang Pobzeb
U.S. Congressional Forum on Laos
Washington, D.C.
February 5, 2002
http://www.laohumrights.org/forum02.html

Although none of us has a blameless life, Dr. Pobzeb was one among us who had done his part of the job. We now have lost a mighty man, the one who did what he could. Now the burden falls on the rest of us's shoulders.

During this time of confusion, let the Almighty God be at our midst and help us define why should we go through such grief among our already overwhelming problems.

Peace to you all,

Xf. Nom-Kos


Phaw Twjkum