The WILPF US 35th Triennial Congress will take place from Wednesday, May 29 to Sunday, June 2, where our virtual presenters will address the critical questions regarding the theme ‘Water on the Frontlines for peace — such as Who governs water? Who has it? Who doesn’t? Who controls it? How do we use it?
Updates
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 08:32
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 08:26
The number of ongoing conflicts can feel overwhelming, and we hope WILPF members will not respond by doing nothing! The general public needs to be reminded that wars can be ended swiftly by diplomatic compromises, and we can help do that.
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 08:14
Why WILPF? Why now? Hull-House pragmaticism can be a model, a go-to prescription, a handwriting on the wall, of our values, of life and death choices, for a freedom that is inclusive and member-driven. Read more to learn about our legacy of passion and possibilities from the women of Hull House experimenting with a new way of thinking…
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 08:00
Celebrate with us our WILPF mothers and our collective herstory! Our May 16th Zoom call “Everyday Activist” will focus on long-time WILPFer, mother and activist Libby Frank, and will celebrate the dedication and commitment of all our members as we prepare for WILPF’s upcoming 110th anniversary.
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 07:48
- Spring/Summer Issue of Peace & Freedom Now Available Online
- ‘1,000 Grandmothers’ Song Festival: Women's Voices for Peace
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 07:19
During the 35th Triennial Congress, we will have a unique opportunity to gather and discuss the topics that are salient and important to WILPF members in their particular geographies. Water is uniquely local, but issues of water cross boundaries, regions and ecosystems. Read further to see how questions asked during registration will help guide discussions…
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 07:14
Could your branch benefit from a meeting with other branches in your state and/or the states surrounding you? Holding an in-person or online gathering of branches in your ‘region’ would be a great way to connect, share common concerns and recommendations to those concerns, as well as to hold discussions as a preliminary to future Triennial Congresses.
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 07:06
These are exciting times for WILPF! Thanks to the generosity of Robin Lloyd, “platinum donor” and long-time loyal WILPF member, WILPF has a tremendous opportunity to gain more strategic leadership, increased momentum, and greater identity visibility. The Lloyd Family Legacy Campaign (LFLC), launched in Robin’s honor, will bring much-needed funds to help move our organization forward — just in time for our 110th anniversary.
Monday, May 6, 2024 - 06:49
Rev. Rowan Fairgrove takes a look at poverty, which is considered the fourth leading cause of death in the US after heart disease, cancer and smoking. He examines the minimum wage and the need for accurate poverty measurements.
Sunday, March 31, 2024 - 13:20
This spring, Xcel Energy is expected to issue its environmental impact statement regarding its application for a 20-year operating license extension to the operating life of the reactor. This begins a 30-day public comment wherein anyone concerned with the continued operation of the leaking, accident-plagued, 54-year-old reactor can send comments to the NRC in Washington, DC.
