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  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
January 2, 2020 at 2:52 PM

Get in the Streets This Saturday to End War!

On Saturday, January 4 the ANSWER Coalition, CODEPINK, World BEYOND War, Popular Resistance and others are calling on people from around the United States to organize local demonstrations to demand: NO MORE U.S. TROOPS TO IRAQ OR THE MIDDLE EAST! U.S. OUT OF IRAQ NOW! NO WAR…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 30, 2019 at 3:28 PM

WBW News & Action: No Drafts, No War Taxes, Yes a Future of Peace

  Online version with language translation.   End U.S. Draft Registration The U.S. government is going to either expand draft registration to young women (signing them …
  Alex, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 23, 2019 at 4:00 PM

You Can Help Abolish War In The New Year

The government that spends as much on wars as the rest of the world combined sure seems divided over partisanship and impeachment. Yet it remains smoothly united in approving more funding for its military than ever—funding with which to continue in the name of democracy wars s…
  David, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 18, 2019 at 3:34 PM

I can't wait for this new Online Course

I can't wait to help facilitate this new online course! Check it out here. You can sign up now or buy it as a gift for someone else. One of the best parts of this course is what we all learn through the interaction with each other. A few comments from past participants will …
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 16, 2019 at 4:07 PM

WBW News & Action: How to Change the Mind of a War Supporter

  Online version with language translation.   How to Change the Mind of a War SupporterBelieve it or not, most people can be persuaded by new information that war needs to be abolished. Not all p…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 13, 2019 at 1:15 PM

New sanctions fact sheets!

Dear John, We're excited to announce the publication of World BEYOND War's new 3-part series of fact sheets on the impact of sanctions in Iraq, Cuba, and North Korea. You can view and download the fact sheets for free from our website. The fact sheets are designed as printab…
  Alex, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 11, 2019 at 4:29 PM

There’s Still Time To Gift An End To War

The holidays are around the corner and gift shopping is in full swing. What better way to celebrate than by gifting support of the global movement to end all war? When you shop our store, you’re not only choosing to make a well-accessorized statement, but you’re also supporti…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 9, 2019 at 2:45 PM

Ask U.S. Presidential Candidates to Produce Basic Federal Budgets

New Petition to U.S. presidential candidates: An important job of any U.S. president is to propose an annual budget to Congress. The basic outline of such a budget can consist of a list or a pie chart communicating — in dollar amounts and/or percentages — how much government …
  Phill, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 5, 2019 at 5:11 PM

A new online course: War Abolition 101

If someone stops you on the street and asks "How do we abolish war?" it's not always easy to come up with a quick answer. That's why we developed War Abolition 101, to help you make the best case for shifting from war to peace. The 6-week online course, starting January 13, w…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 3, 2019 at 11:00 AM

Our top 10 highlights of 2019

Dear John, It's Giving Tuesday - and your inbox is overflowing with donation requests. We know that you can't give to every worthy cause. That's why we want to let you know how much we accomplished this year - and to ask for your ongoing support in the year ahead. My top …
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
December 2, 2019 at 5:01 PM

WBW News & Action: Defunding War, Funding Peace

  Online version with language translation.   Giving Tuesday is Tomorrow!Giving Tuesday is tomorrow! It's a global day of giving back to support the causes that are most dear to us. With membersh…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 26, 2019 at 8:23 PM

My organizing story

Dear John, A special message below from Greta Zarro, World BEYOND War's Organizing Director. When you sign up as a recurring donor for just $9/month, you help us sustain our ongoing work organizing 14+ World BEYOND War chapters in 7 countries worldwide. I got my start in or…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 20, 2019 at 7:40 PM

Weapons to windmills

Dear John, One of the ways that you can give back this #GivingTuesday is to become a sponsor of #NoWar2020, our 5th annual global conference. We're converging on Ottawa this May 26-31 for #NoWar2020 to say no to CANSEC, Canada's biggest annual weapons expo. We need your sup…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 18, 2019 at 5:39 PM

WBW News & Action: New Videos to End War

  Online version with language translation.   #NoWar2020: May 26-31, 2020We're converging on Ottawa this May 26-31 for #NoWar2020 to say NO to CANSEC, Canada’s biggest annual weapons expo. RSVP f…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 16, 2019 at 4:00 PM

See you next week?

Dear John, Following on the heels of our successful campaign to divest Charlottesville from weapons and fossil fuels, we're turning to Arlington next. We've heard rumors that the county of Arlington is seeking advice from Charlottesville about how to divest too. That's why we…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 11, 2019 at 1:17 PM

We're hiring!

Dear John, We're hiring! World BEYOND War is seeking a part-time remote Development Director to oversee fundraising for the organization. This is a 20 hrs/wk position, and you can be based anywhere in the world. The Development Director's primary responsibility is fundraisi…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 9, 2019 at 3:30 PM

Nov 23: Divest Arlington Forum

Dear John, Following on the heels of our successful campaign to divest Charlottesville from weapons and fossil fuels, we're turning to Arlington next. We've heard rumors that the county of Arlington is seeking advice from Charlottesville about how to divest too. That's why we…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 8, 2019 at 1:17 PM

Mark your calendar for #GivingTuesday

Dear John, #GivingTuesday is coming up on Tuesday, December 3. As a response to the consumerism of "Black Friday" in the U.S., #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving back to support the causes that are most dear to us. Millions of people participate in this global movement,…
  David, World BEYOND WAr · [email protected]
November 7, 2019 at 2:30 PM

Join me in DC for Climate, Peace, and Impeachment

Join me in DC for Climate, Peace, and Impeachment This Friday, join me at 11 a.m. at the southeast lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building, across from the Library of Congress and near the intersection of 1st St & Independence Ave SE for a protest to demand action on climate an…
  David, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 5, 2019 at 3:26 PM

Wag more. Bark less.

The Peace Almanac, like most things World BEYOND War does, was put together by a team of volunteers. Now I keep one on my desk and learn something new every day as I turn to the next page. There are 365 pages and 365 lessons for peace and the elimination of all war. Today's pa…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 4, 2019 at 3:31 PM

WBW News & Action: The Consent of the Governed

  Online version with language translation.   Free Webinar on Nov 7: Civilian-Based Defense“Nonviolence reveals the true power relationship, which is that all governments rest on the consent of t…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
November 1, 2019 at 3:14 PM

It's Ban Nukes Call-In Day in the U.S.

The Nuclear Weapons Abolition and Economic and Energy Conversion Act in the U.S. House of Representatives would "provide for nuclear weapons abolition and economic conversion ... while ensuring environmental restoration and clean-energy conversion." Learn more and email your R…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
October 30, 2019 at 12:16 PM

Next webinar: Civilian-based defense

Dear John, Our next webinar is all about civilian-based defense. Join us on November 7 to talk with Rivera Sun & Philippe Duhamel about the principles and efficacy of civilian-based defense as a nonviolent alternative to war and military-based defense. What: Free Webina…
  David, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
October 29, 2019 at 3:59 PM

See you in DC on Nov. 8th

On November 8th I'll be joining with Code Pink in demanding two things we'll only get together: peace and a sustainable climate for this planet. Will you join us at the U.S. Capitol on November 8th? Sign up here, and indicate whether you are willing to risk being arrested …
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
October 21, 2019 at 4:37 PM

WBW News & Action: Organizing Locally for a World BEYOND War

  Online version with language translation.   Organizing Locally for a World BEYOND WarDid you know that most victims of drone wars remain unidentified? This month, our Central Florida chapter ho…
  David, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
October 16, 2019 at 3:10 PM

Peace Almanac: Wonderful gift, including for yourself

The Peace Almanac, like most things World BEYOND War does, was put together by a team of volunteers. Now I keep one on my desk and learn something new every day as I turn to the next page. There are 365 pages and 365 lessons for peace and the elimination of all war. Today's pa…
  David, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
October 15, 2019 at 2:43 PM

Demand Peace and a Sustainable Climate at U.S. Capitol Nov. 8th

On November 8th I'll be joining with Code Pink in demanding two things we'll only get together: peace and a sustainable climate for this planet. Will you join us at the U.S. Capitol on November 8th? Sign up here, and indicate whether you are willing to risk being arrested …
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
October 8, 2019 at 4:57 PM

WBW News & Action: Videos from #NoWar2019

  Online version with language translation.   NoWar2019 was held this past weekend in IrelandWe had a fantastic conference and rally in Ireland, and you can watch the whole think on videos. You c…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 25, 2019 at 12:06 PM

You're invited to #NoWar2019

Dear John, I can't believe that our 4th annual conference is coming up next week in Limerick, Ireland! Every autumn, World BEYOND War brings together anti-war activists, peace educators, and leading experts to network, share strategies, and sharpen our activist skills. This…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 23, 2019 at 12:08 PM

WBW News & Action: #NoWar2019

NoWar2019 happens October 5-6 in IrelandSee the full agenda and reserve your spot to attend. We’ll be livestreaming the panels on Facebook. We’ll be filming videos and posting them on Youtube.If you set up your own event to watch the liv…
  David, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 17, 2019 at 1:30 PM

​Every Peace Group and Activist Should Join Strike DC for the Earth’s Climate

Peace activists and organizations have worked for years to bring environmental and peace activism together. When an environmental campaign includes the peace movement, it’s time to join in and show up and take part. Listen to how Russell Gray of Extinction Rebellion talks abo…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 13, 2019 at 1:15 PM

Tell Congress: Stop Poisoning Vieques

The U.S. government is cleaning up the toxic mess left on the island of Vieques, Puerto Rico -- after decades of bombing practice -- by finding unexploded ordnance and blowing it up in the open air, adding to, rather than diminishing health risks. Similar clean-ups elsewhere i…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 12, 2019 at 6:34 AM

We can end war if we all work together

We have no choice. It's war or us. Both cannot last together. World BEYOND War's primary tool for building a broader movement for peace is our Declaration of Peace, and we'd like to invite you to join many thousands of people from most nations on earth who have signed it. W…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 11, 2019 at 2:17 PM

Antiwar Billboards Are Up in Ireland

Antiwar Billboards Are Up in Ireland Limerick, Ireland, now has billboards up at Clare Street, John Street, John Street in Waterford, and Dublin Road in Singland. The billboards are part of the promotion of our upcoming global antiwar conference and rally. They’re also part of…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 9, 2019 at 3:04 PM

WBW News & Action: Zombie

Click here to go to  an online version with language translation.   What's in your head? Zombie Zombie Zombie     Join September 10th Webinar: Chapter Organizing 101 Jo…
  David Swanson, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
September 5, 2019 at 2:46 PM

How Do We Reach People?

Dear John, World BEYOND War wants to reach everyone. Help us reach new audiences with our message of peace. Please donate today. Some peace activists read long articles. Some listen to podcasts. World BEYOND War is designing a graphic-novel style book to reach passionate peop…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 28, 2019 at 12:16 PM

Going to Ireland to expose U.S. militarism

Hi John, Our 4th annual conference is right around the corner -- and it's the first time we'll be hosting it in Europe, this October 5-6 in Limerick, Ireland! You're invited to join us for "#NoWar2019: Pathways to Peace," World BEYOND War's annual convergence of anti-war acti…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 26, 2019 at 4:39 PM

WBW News & Action: Organizing Peace

Click here to go to  an online version with language translation.   Next Webinar: Chapter Organizing 101 Join World BEYOND War's Organizing Director Greta Zarro for an online chat about how to start a World BEY…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 21, 2019 at 2:46 PM

How we end all war

Please take a minute and join people from 175 countries who have signed the Declaration of Peace. Add your name here. Here's the entire text: I understand that wars and militarism make us less safe rather than protect us, that they kill, injure and traumatize adults, chil…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 20, 2019 at 12:01 PM

Fire Illuminates Danger U.S. Military Brings to Airport in Ireland

Five days ago a plane carrying U.S. troops to the Middle East landed at Shannon Airport in Ireland and caught fire, causing the whole airport to shut down. Such planeloads of troops, which routinely violate Irish neutrality, always carry weapons. Were there munitions on board?…
  Greta, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 15, 2019 at 12:15 PM

"Like" our new podcast!

Hey John, Have you listened to our new podcast series yet? Check it out on iTunes, Stitcher, & Spotify, give us a 5-star rating, and write up a quick review! We've recorded 6 episodes with more on the way. Each month, my colleague Marc & I chat with activists and org…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 14, 2019 at 12:31 PM

Germany Must Not Join the War-Making Nations of the World.

Petition to the Government of Germany: Do not answer the U.S. call to join in Persian Gulf militarism. Instead, remove U.S. bases from German soil. ADD YOUR NAME HERE. Tensions between Washington, London, and Tehran are constantly rising. Since the inauguration of Trump, the…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 13, 2019 at 2:33 AM

Do you want to end war?

Thank you again for joining World BEYOND War's email list. Our most important tool for building a broader movement for peace is our Declaration of Peace, and we'd like to invite you to join many thousands of people from most nations on earth who have signed it. When you sign…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 12, 2019 at 2:46 PM

WBW News & Action: The Peace Almanac Is Here

Click here to go to  an online version with language translation.   The Peace Almanac Is HereYears in the works, the Peace Almanac is finally available with a peace history lesson for each day of the year. Get y…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
August 5, 2019 at 3:16 PM

Video: Civil Society and Achieving Peace

The Role of Global Civil Society in Achieving & Supporting Global Peace and Security What role(s) must global civil society play in promoting and sustaining global peace and security? World BEYOND War contends that global civil society has played and must continue to pl…
  Tony, World BEYOND War · [email protected]
July 31, 2019 at 5:31 PM

How to Build an Alternative Global Security System

How to Build A Global Security System: An Alternative to War World BEYOND War now offers a summary version of our book “A Global Security System: An Alternative to War (AGSS)” in several languages. We’ve condensed our 150+ page blueprint for ending war into a dense and digesti…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
July 29, 2019 at 1:50 PM

WBW News & Action: A Peace Billboard in Your Town

Click here to go to  an online version with language translation.   How to Build an Alternative Global Security SystemWorld BEYOND War now offers a 16-page summary version of our book “A Global Security System: …
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
July 26, 2019 at 1:32 PM

Keep Amendment on Foreign Bases in NDAA

The U.S. House of Representatives passed an amendment to the “National Defense Authorization Act” introduced by Congresswoman Ilhan Omar requiring that the U.S. military provide Congress with the cost and the supposed national security benefits of every foreign military base o…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
July 22, 2019 at 4:42 PM

NoWar2019: Last Week for Early Bird Discounts

The NoWar2019 conference and rally will be held October 5-6 in Limerick, Ireland. This is our annual global event. See the incredible lineup and reserve your spot here. Early bird prices end August 1st! We hope you can make it! If you can't make it, you can . . . help spre…
  World BEYOND War · [email protected]
July 15, 2019 at 6:00 PM

Join us in D.C. on Tuesday

World BEYOND War Taking PFAS Demands to Senator Barrasso on Tuesday A group of peace and environmental activists will be presenting a petition with 6,600 signatures to Sen John Barrasso, (R-WY), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, demandin…