As WILPF US members come together in various ways, we are looking to define a vision and structure for the future. Two current venues are the regional meetings and the Membership Development Committee conference calls. Another, working along with these processes, is the ongoing work of the National Board ad hoc Bylaws Committee.
Updates
Thursday, October 3, 2013 - 17:00
On September 26 US President Obama did not attend the United Nations summit on nuclear weapons disarmament as so many in the peace community have been urging him to do. The USA did launch an (unarmed) Minuteman III nuclear missile on that very same day despite our efforts to halt the test . But all in all it was a wonderful week at the United Nations as we moved closer to the nuclear weapons abolition which we seek.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 - 08:06
In the very early hours of Thursday morning, September 26—the very day of the United Nations summit meeting on nuclear disarmament—the Pentagon is scheduled to launch a Minuteman III nuclear missile toward the Marshall Islands.
Wednesday, September 18, 2013 - 07:34
WILPF US co-convened the Earth Democracy Conference at the Democracy Convention, Madison, WI, Aug. 7-11. The major theme was that we need to urgently collaborate nationally and internationally to build a global movement for People, Peace and the Planet, based on the principle of Guardianship for Future Generations and on human, civil, labor and earth rights not corporate rights that will lead to green economic transformation.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - 11:45
In September, we are focusing on Keep Space for Peace Week preparations and supplying resources for branches and membership on drones and other action poosibilities October 5 to 12. Our 2013 campaign for abolition of nuclear weapons also continues.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - 11:26
The use of chemical weapons is a serious violation of international law, regardless of which party to the conflict perpetrated the attack. But the use of chemical weapons, however abhorrent and illegal, should not be used as a pretext for military intervention. Other options are available and must be pursued.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 - 11:06
Every once in a while you find an extremely thoughtful analysis that does justice to the complexities of a very knotty problem. The attached piece, “Calling for Peace: Impressions from our Journey,” is such an analysis. It is about the current situation in Afghanistan witten with clarity, sensitivity and recommendations for a clear path to ending the conflict there. It tells the story of a one week visit to Kabul by a group of seven people from Germany who have been working for peace in Afghanistan for 10 years.
Tuesday, August 27, 2013 - 11:02
The essays we received in response to a call for emerging WILPF leaders to attend the September retreat, "Renewal, Transformation and Sustainability as We Move Forward to the Next 100 Years" truly moved us. Please take the time to read these essays and get a glimpse into WILPF's future through these emerging leaders!
Sunday, August 11, 2013 - 11:58
It's August Nuclear Free Future Month again. Take action for abolition of nuclear weapons. Sign the petition to Obama. Ask your Representative to co-sponsor H.R. 1650. Nurture and active Mayors for Peace community. Rigister for events on the NFF August calendar. Thanks for all you do!
Sunday, August 11, 2013 - 11:23
The Jane Addams Peace Association and Women's International League for Peace and Freedom look forward to seeing you on October 18, 2013 for the 60th Annual Jane Addams Children's Book Awards Ceremony. Speakers include Chair of JACBA, Marianne Baker, and the winning authors and illustrators. Enjoy a reception and an opportunity for book signing after the formal presentation of the awards. All the awarded books will be available for purchase.
