I understand that this initiative is exciting and has potential for grow within UFV; however, I am expressing concern in regards to the blatant abuse that has been reported in China's Olympic Training Programs, as well as the appalling human rights violations against a spiritual form of exercise, Falun Gong. It has been well documented, and verified by the US government and UN that citizens whom practice falun gong are persecuted and their organs harvested for profit. My concern is simple, why are we supporting, and looking to build future collaboration with a Olympic System, and Government that commits such atrocities. I am asking the Faculty of Health Sciences, and UFV Administration to consider a thorough evaluation of human rights in future projects that involve organizations outside of UFV. As an academic institution, we should be striving to uphold the highest level of moral integrity within our institution.

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