There’s a new branch in WILPF US: the “Miami Mujeres”! It was started by high school sophomore Eva Egozi who discovered WILPF after she became increasingly interested in observing policy changes and violence in the world through a feminist lens.
Updates
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 07:12
“Peace begins at home” is the theme and motto of a new issue committee formed in the WILPF-US section for survivors of domestic abuse and all WILPF members who want to join with us in sisterhood and allyship. Two of our goals are to build networks and to advocate for legal reform.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 06:18
Marguerite Adelman’s one-hour Zoom presentation for the Jane Addams Branch on PFAS “forever chemicals” is now available on the WILPF US YouTube channel. Discover research tools to find out about PFAS in your own communities or request your own tailored presentation.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 06:13
Even after many actions to influence the international community to consider next steps on nuclear disarmament, the G7 statement was just a restatement of the status quo. We must double our efforts to get more co-sponsors for the Norton Bill and support the “Localities and Legislators” coalition.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 05:58
The Greater Philadelphia Branch joined with several other groups to welcome and send off the Golden Rule sailing vessel. City Councilmember Mark Squilla presented a resolution marking the visit which included Philadelphia’s past support for nuclear abolition.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 05:55
The Maine Branch pickets collaboratively with other peace groups each Friday in Portland, and Maine WILPFers recently asked their legislators to support the Norton Bill (H.R. 2775) and H.Res.77 to make nuclear disarmament the centerpiece of US policy.
Detroit Branch Hears Sobering Facts in “Water for All—The Future of Water in the Great Lakes Region”
Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 05:52
A Detroit Branch April Zoom presentation on water issues in the Great Lakes region raised some serious concerns and spurred attendees to action. The recording can be watched and shared, and everyone can contact the White House to demand President Biden shut down Line 5.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 - 07:07
In WILPF, we build connections through local branch and national meetings and events where we "talk politics." Our in-person 2024 WILPF US Congress in Minnesota will be another way to connect. Our decades-long relationships are helpful and healing, but they can sometimes be difficult! How might we cultivate and improve our relationships with each other when things feel frustrating or hard?
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 - 06:51
WILPF US is a member of the Peace in Ukraine coalition. Please sign our petition to Presidents Biden, Putin, and Zelensky at this website. Then help us spread the word by donating here to place the petition as a full-page ad in major publications. Good news – Congresswoman Norton has introduced the “Nuclear Weapons Abolition and Conversion Act” H.R. 2775 and we need you to persuade your congressperson to cosponsor it – click here.
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 - 06:34
WILPF US needs more members to sign up for recurring monthly donations to help ensure our legacy. There are many benefits to giving monthly. View a video of inspiring Detroit branch leader Laura Dewey!
