May Bahrain’s, Alliance of Youth of Change, hasten the day Al Kahlifa Tyrants are Removed

31 October, 2013

About Alliance of Youth of Change

Youth of Change is a political alliance that brings together several revolutionary movements in Bahrain under a unified and strategic political program in order to bring an end to the two-century old rule of Al-Khalifa dynasty.

Founding Statement
The outbreak of the February 14th revolution in Bahrain was a continuation of a prolonged struggle for survival between the native people and the Al-Khalifa dynasty. The struggle began over two centuries ago. Throughout the struggle, the Al-Khalifa dynasty has committed all sorts of crimes: murder, rape, torture, detention, exile, theft and starvation.

The revolution’s outbreak was spontaneous, and was fuelled by the regime’s lethal actions against the masses that gathered peacefully on 14th of February to protest against state corruption. However, the regime’s brutality has backfired, prompting protestors to escalate their demands and call for total regime change and self-determination.

Despite wide media negligence, direct foreign military intervention under disguise of the so called “Peninsula Shield”, and the emergence of internal counter-revolution, the revolution has prevailed and maintained its strength and determination. Well-organized and strategically-focused youth groups have begun to emerge, with vision that extends beyond toppling the dictatorship regime. Their ultimate goal is to build a democratic state.

The concept of Youth for Change has evolved as various revolutionary groups and movements within Bahrain and abroad discussed domestic and regional developments. The objective was to develop a program that would lead to the downfall of the ruling monarchy and secure the opportunity for a democratic change.

Who are we?
Alliance of Youth for Change brings together several opposition groups within Bahrain and abroad that seek regime change in Bahrain. Due to the risky situation in Bahrain, the capital of the United Kingdom London was chosen for its strategic importance to host the political and media activities.

Terms of Reference

The following general principles represent the terms of reference and constitution. Youth for Change pledges to follow Islamic guidelines throughout its work.

– The Al-Khalifa regime has lost the legitimacy to rule.
– The people have the right to overthrow the illegitimate regime and determine their own fate.
– The best political, economic and social systems are to be determined by the people through democratic and transparent means.
– Maintain independent decision-making process from all external parties and powers.

Youth for Change has set a number of well-defined strategic as well as tactical goals to make sure the goals of the revolution are achieved. Among these goals:

– Support and coordinate the various revolutionary movements within Bahrain and abroad and unite their political objectives and strategies.
– Convey the real demands of the people of Bahrain to the world.
– Develop tactical and strategic schemes based on the terms of reference.
– Provide innovative ideas at all levels to the mainstream opposition.
– Develop communication channels with neighboring nations.
– Solidify and expand the alliance to include other revolutionary factions and movements.
– Ensure the youth generation leads the decision-making in all critical areas during and after the revolution.

Relationship with other Revolutionary Factions and Movements
Youth for Change strongly believes in the collaborative work with all revolutionary factions and movements that share the same principles and goals.

Relationship with Formal Opposition Societies
Youth for Change expects from the formal opposition societies to escalate their demands to match the demands of the people. It is hoped the formal opposition societies will adopt regime change and stop relying on the foreign powers that only take their economic greed into account.

Relationship with The Ruling Dynasty of Al-Khalifa
Youth for Change considers the entire regime of Al-Khalifa as illegitimate and does not make exceptions. On this basis, Youth for Change has cut all ties to the ruling dynasty. The conflict in Bahrain is a struggle for survival between the people and the ruling dynasty that is trying to disturb the original demographic composition of the nation for political purposes.

Relationship with Neighboring Nations
The people of Bahrain share many deep and ancient ties with their neighbors including religion, language and kin. Youth for Change looks forward to strengthening these ties, especially with nations that suffer from dictatorships.

Stance on Regime Supporters in The West
Western governments led by the United States and United Kingdom claim they stand for democracy, universal human rights and self-determination. However, they adopt a double standard approach on Bahrain and the Gulf region in general for the sake of their selfish economic interests. The West governments shall learn that financial relationships that do not benefit the interests of the people, and military bases that do not contribute to the safety of the people remain at risk at all times.

A Message to Our People
We bow to our people, who have remained steadfast, and maintained dignity and determination against the Al-Khalifa regime, their supporters in the West, and the invading GCC forces. We assure our people that the Al-Khalifa regime’s end is inevitable. And we vow to walk the path of the revolution till the goals are achieved.

Alliance of Youth of Change, Bahrain
October 31st 2013
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