International Day for Children as victims of war
Nipponzan Myohoji Peace Pagoda Anniversary Ceremony
The Peace Pagoda was built in 1980 by the Monks and Nuns of Nipponzan Myohoji assisted by Peace workers of many other religions, as a physical expression of their prayers for peace. Anniversary ceremony at the Peace Pagoda in the open air, at which prayers from many different faiths are offered towards the objective of a peaceful world, followed by lunch and a multi-cultural event in the afternoon, with song, dance, poetry readings etc. to celebrate the cultural diversity of our world. The Ceremony will begin with prayers at 10:30am, and continue until approximately 3:30pm.
International Day of Non-Violence (Gandhi’s Birthday)
United Nations Day.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
Prisoners for Peace Day
Prisoners for Peace Day.
London Pacifism and Nonviolence Discussion Group: “pacifism and property damage”
This is a controversial issue for some pacifists. Is, for example, destroying military equipment the epitome of nonviolence? Or do such actions create a (counterproductive) “climate of violence”, frighten potential allies, and create a bad image? The Tuesday meeting group has a Facebook page at http://tinyurl.com/cjvlapq
Swingin’ Against the Bomb
Nick Gill’s Oxford Classic Jazz. Sweet, soft and plenty of rhythm. Fifth fundraising concert for Oxford CND. For tickets phone 01865 242919.
Ash Wednesday 2013
An annual liturgy and witness of Repentance and Resistance to nuclear war preparations will take place at the Ministry of Defence, London and other military sites.
Gather at Victoria Embankment Gardens at 3.00pm.
With Pax Christi with Christian CND, London Catholic Worker, Catholic Peace Action. 0208 203 4884. Pax Christi, St Joseph's, Watford Way, London , NW4 4TY 0208 203 4884 www.paxchristi.org.uk
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Annual ‘Independence FROM America’ day.
The American base at Menwith Hill is the largest US intelligence base outside of the United States. Menwith Hill is on the A59 Harrogate to Skipton road and nine miles from Harrogate, North Yorkshire.
Just Supper at The Well.
7.30pm. Followed at 8.15pm by a presentation. To reserve a place at Open Table, ring 01908 242190 or email bookings@thewellatwillen.org.uk giving at least 24 hours notice if food is required. All welcome.
Just Supper at The Well.
7.30pm. Followed at 8.15pm by a presentation from Sabina Frediani of Liberty on the work of this effective pressure group. To reserve a place at Open Table, ring 01908 242190 or email bookings@thewellatwillen.org.uk giving at least 24 hours notice if food is required. All welcome.
Human Rights Day.
The Day marks the anniversary of the Assembly's adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. http://www.un.org/en/events/humanrightsday/
Challenge Militarism and End Violence Against Women!
WILPF Autumn Seminar. The seminar aims to provide the tools to challenge violence and militarism and identify the building blocks for peace: inspiration and information from high profile speakers; interactive workshops to experience activities that shape politics, the media as well as action to challenge militarism and build an international culture of peace. Speakers Include: Fiona Lloyd-Davies, award winning producer and journalist. Director of ‘The Worlds Most Dangerous Place for women’ and “Field of Hope’. Lindsay German, Stop the War Coalition. Ranveig Svenning Berg, IANSA.
Celebrating nonviolence.
Turning the Tide in collaboration with Huddersfield Quakers and other local peace and justice groups are hosting a series of workshops called 'Nonviolence for a Change.' This is a training programme for people with some experience of working with others to address injustices and make changes. You can sign up for the whole course, or just dip into the sessions that interest you. This course tends to be oversubscribed so get in touch as soon as you can. The fee is £350 for the year; £35 per workshop, and concessions and payment plan options are available
We can do that! Empowerment for social change
(This session is residential and for year-group only). Turning the Tide in collaboration with Huddersfield Quakers and other local peace and justice groups are hosting a series of workshops called 'Nonviolence for a Change.' This is a training programme for people with some experience of working with others to address injustices and make changes. You can sign up for the whole course, or just dip into the sessions that interest you. This course tends to be oversubscribed so get in touch as soon as you can.
Inner and outer: spirituality and activism.
Turning the Tide in collaboration with Huddersfield Quakers and other local peace and justice groups are hosting a series of workshops called 'Nonviolence for a Change.' This is a training programme for people with some experience of working with others to address injustices and make changes. You can sign up for the whole course, or just dip into the sessions that interest you. This course tends to be oversubscribed so get in touch as soon as you can. The fee is £350 for the year; £35 per workshop, and concessions and payment plan options are available.
The living revolution: building the alternative.
Turning the Tide in collaboration with Huddersfield Quakers and other local peace and justice groups are hosting a series of workshops called 'Nonviolence for a Change.' This is a training programme for people with some experience of working with others to address injustices and make changes. You can sign up for the whole course, or just dip into the sessions that interest you. This course tends to be oversubscribed so get in touch as soon as you can. The fee is £350 for the year; £35 per workshop, and concessions and payment plan options are available.
Is everybody happy? Tools for effective group work
(This session is residential and for year-group only). A series of workshops called 'Nonviolence for a Change.' This is a training programme for people with some experience of working with others to address injustices and make changes. You can sign up for the whole course, or just dip into the sessions that interest you. This course tends to be oversubscribed so get in touch as soon as you can. The fee is £350 for the year; £35 per workshop, and concessions and payment plan options are available.
