The United Macedonians would like to thank the MTO for welcoming our organization into this forum with open arms.
Unfortunately, it has been a while since we have posted on here, and we must apologise to all for our lack of participation. Though we may not be readily available to engage in the various discussions on this forum, we are always happy to hear from people with any questions or comments they may have regarding our organization and it's activities.
Our website is currently under construction, but you may contact us at: info@unitedmacedonians.org
In response to the question about 'the Macedonian Cause', we hope our mission statement can answer that;
United Macedonians Mission Statement
WHEREAS, The Macedonian nation, language, alphabet, culture and national history, are distinct and different from all nations, languages, alphabets, cultures and national histories of the world;
WHEREAS, Macedonia was occupied in 1912 by its neighbours, Albania, Bulgaria, Greece and Serbia, and divided among them;
WHEREAS, The Macedonians living in the Little Prespa and Golo Brdo regions of Macedonia (within the present borders of Albania), in the Pirin part of Macedonia (within the present borders of Bulgaria), in the Aegean part of Macedonia (within the present borders of Greece), and in the Gora and Prohor Pchinski regions of Macedonia (within the present borders of Serbia & 'Kosovo'), are denied the basic human and national rights at the end of this and beginning of the next millennium;
WHEREAS, The Republic of Macedonia, although covering only 39% of Macedonia's ethnic territory, is a national state and pride of Macedonians everywhere.
Therefore, The United Macedonians has embarked on the following mission:
1. To work for the national unity of Macedonians worldwide, regardless of their religious beliefs, political opinions or affiliations;
2. To raise the national consciousness and pride of all ethnic Macedonians;
3. To work for the attainment of National and Human Rights of all Macedonians, especially those living in the occupied territories of Macedonia;
4. To promote good public relations with all peoples and governments who support the national independence and development of Macedonia;
5. To work towards a full international acceptance of the Republic of Macedonia under its constitutional name, and for a greater well being for all its citizens;
6. To work towards easier integration of Macedonians in their countries of residence; and
7. To help all Macedonians achieve their utmost in their chosen fields, and thus help society as a whole.
In response to the comments on the various forums about which organizations 'started' this campaign and which were 'constulted' about it - those questions really are irrelevant. The only question there should be for anyone is "where do I sign up, and how can I help?" It doesn't matter if the United Macedonians logo or your logo was not pasted on the advertisements - this is not being done to promote certain organizations. The message of the campaign is what matters.
MHRMI & AMHRC have been leading the fight for Macedonian rights for years, and right now there is no greater threat to our existence as this absurd 'name issue'. They took the initiative and started this campaign, and for that they should be thanked.
That said, we would like to encourage everyone on this forum - as well as all Macedonians around the world - to promote and support the 'Our Name is Macedonia' campaign to their friends and family - especially to those living in the Republic of Macedonia. Our goals can only be achieved if Macedonians truly unite and stand up for this monumental cause.
Thank you.
Unfortunately, it has been a while since we have posted on here, and we must apologise to all for our lack of participation. Though we may not be readily available to engage in the various discussions on this forum, we are always happy to hear from people with any questions or comments they may have regarding our organization and it's activities.
Our website is currently under construction, but you may contact us at: info@unitedmacedonians.org
In response to the question about 'the Macedonian Cause', we hope our mission statement can answer that;
United Macedonians Mission Statement
WHEREAS, The Macedonian nation, language, alphabet, culture and national history, are distinct and different from all nations, languages, alphabets, cultures and national histories of the world;
WHEREAS, Macedonia was occupied in 1912 by its neighbours, Albania, Bulgaria, Greece and Serbia, and divided among them;
WHEREAS, The Macedonians living in the Little Prespa and Golo Brdo regions of Macedonia (within the present borders of Albania), in the Pirin part of Macedonia (within the present borders of Bulgaria), in the Aegean part of Macedonia (within the present borders of Greece), and in the Gora and Prohor Pchinski regions of Macedonia (within the present borders of Serbia & 'Kosovo'), are denied the basic human and national rights at the end of this and beginning of the next millennium;
WHEREAS, The Republic of Macedonia, although covering only 39% of Macedonia's ethnic territory, is a national state and pride of Macedonians everywhere.
Therefore, The United Macedonians has embarked on the following mission:
1. To work for the national unity of Macedonians worldwide, regardless of their religious beliefs, political opinions or affiliations;
2. To raise the national consciousness and pride of all ethnic Macedonians;
3. To work for the attainment of National and Human Rights of all Macedonians, especially those living in the occupied territories of Macedonia;
4. To promote good public relations with all peoples and governments who support the national independence and development of Macedonia;
5. To work towards a full international acceptance of the Republic of Macedonia under its constitutional name, and for a greater well being for all its citizens;
6. To work towards easier integration of Macedonians in their countries of residence; and
7. To help all Macedonians achieve their utmost in their chosen fields, and thus help society as a whole.
In response to the comments on the various forums about which organizations 'started' this campaign and which were 'constulted' about it - those questions really are irrelevant. The only question there should be for anyone is "where do I sign up, and how can I help?" It doesn't matter if the United Macedonians logo or your logo was not pasted on the advertisements - this is not being done to promote certain organizations. The message of the campaign is what matters.
MHRMI & AMHRC have been leading the fight for Macedonian rights for years, and right now there is no greater threat to our existence as this absurd 'name issue'. They took the initiative and started this campaign, and for that they should be thanked.
That said, we would like to encourage everyone on this forum - as well as all Macedonians around the world - to promote and support the 'Our Name is Macedonia' campaign to their friends and family - especially to those living in the Republic of Macedonia. Our goals can only be achieved if Macedonians truly unite and stand up for this monumental cause.
Thank you.
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