Read about the project at www.argentinaindependent.com
An Excerpt:
"Speaking at the conference, Estela de Carlotto, head of the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo spoke passionately about ensuring that history does not repeat itself: “We must not lose our memories, so that those who come after us, even if we are not here, can help them find their siblings and families. We most not lose our memories so that this never happens again. Those who killed our children have not repented, they say that they did the right thing and would do it again.” She also pointed out that Argentine democracy was still young: “We don’t have a well developed democracy. Only 26 years of a stable period which we need to preserve and defend with memory.”
The construction of memory is considered a process in the fight for justice. When the Grandmothers of Plaza de Mayo discover a missing grandchild they often also discover a person or people responsible for the illegal adoption. The construction of memory has been critical to the justice system in Argentina. Supporting the justice system are the human rights groups who have fought to uncover the truth."
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