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Diary of Events
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14th May 2008 |
“5 years of war in Iraq: What role can the United Nations play in building peace and security.”Speakers: Tony Benn (former MP, Minister and President, Stop the War Coalition), Cllr John Tanner (Mayor of Oxford), Chair Vijay Mehta 14th May 2008 6.30pm - 8.30pm Oxford Town Hall |
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23rd April 2008 |
The Role of Global Institutions in Tackling Poverty''V. Mehta is the keynote speaker for the event. 23rd April 2008 7pm - 9pm The U8 Partnership for International Development, Magdalen Auditorium, Magdalen College, Oxford, OX1 4AU |
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Friday 28 and Saturday 29 March 2008 |
Peace History: People, Politics and Culture Organised by the International Peace Bureau and the Movement for the Abolition of War, in association with the Imperial War MuseumFriday 28 and Saturday 29 March 2008 at the Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road, London SE1 |
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April 26th - July 16th 2008 |
Towards a Nuclear Free FutureInternational Peace Walk See resources page for further details and flyers. |
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Saturday 23rd February 2008, AGM 2.00 pm Public meeting 3 - 4.30 pm Free. All welcome. |
"The Protection and Promotion of Human Rights and the Role of the United Nations"Friends House, 173 Euston Road, London (opposite Euston Station) Human Rights 1948 - 2008 Guest Speaker: Geoffrey Robertson QC Geoffrey Robertson QC is a Human Rights lawyer, academic, author and broadcaster. He has appeared in landmark cases in the European Courts of Human Rights and the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. He was the recipient of a 1993 Freedom of Information Award. It is the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. At present we are witnessing torture, Human Rights violations and erosion of freedom and civil liberties. It will be timely to revisit and take stock of what has been achieved and what remains to be done to stop human rights abuses. For further information contact: Vijay Mehta,
Action for UN Renewal 97 Commercial Road, London, E1 1RD, UK |
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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1O |
TRUTH AND THE WAR ON TERRORMAW presents a talk by Craig Murray, formally UK
Ambassador in Uzbekistan and author of Murder in Samarkand.
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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 11 |
LAW NOT WARMAW's annual Remembrance Day lecture is being given this year by Baroness Helena Kennedy QC. She will be speaking on 'Law not war'. 2.00pm at the Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road, London SE1. Nearest tube: Lambeth North. To be sure of a seat please send a s.a.e. to MAW, 11 Venetia Road, London N4 1EJ for a complimentary ticket. |
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Tuesday 4th December 2007 |
Bringing Democracy to Burma – What can the UK government do to promote and implement the rule of law and the UN Charter?
The current deteriorating situation in Burma, needs to be addressed urgently, where a military dominated government is handling its people brutally, stamping out protest and curbing human rights and civil liberties. The meeting will explore ways in which a dialogue can be started between the detained opposition leader, Ann San Suu Kyi, and Burma’s junta for a change from the military dominated government to a fully fledged democracy. This meeting is another event in a series Action for UN Renewal is organising to consider possible changes required for leadership and momentum in reforms of the UN and foreign affairs of the UK. These have become essential in the light of aggressive actions by the UK (and US) governments which have seriously weakened international law, the UN Charter, peace and development agenda. For further information:
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Monday, 29th October 2007 |
World Disarmament CampaignGlobal Security: New Challenges. New Superpowers; Climate Change; Religious Conflicts. World Disarmament Campaign Annual Conference 2007. House of Lords Room 4. 2.00 - 4.30pm 5.30 - 8.00pm. Monday, 29th October 2007 Speakers include: Glyn Ford, MEP (Provisional)
"Europe and the new superpowers". Information and registration: Frank Jackson, 11 Kingsmoor Road, Harlow, Essex CM19 4HP. email: editor.worlddisarm@ntlworld.com Allow time for passing through security. Ask for Lord Archer of Sandwell's meeting. No food allowed in the room. The House of Commons Cafe in the Westminster Hall is open until 5.30pm. |
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Tuesday 6th November 2007 |
Action for UN RenewalThe campaign for UN reform 'Celebration of Jim Addington's Life' Jim Addington, Born, 1924 - Died, 21st June 2007. Tuesday 6th November 2007 6:30pm-9pm
Jim was a great peace activist and passionate about UN reforms. He was chair of Action for UN Renewal for many years, former chair of LRCND, an active member of UNA, Kingston Peace Council and LAP. He also wrote regularly in the Morning Star on UN reforms and international affairs. He was also a keen choral singer and lover of music, sang with Kingston Choral Society and was a regular attendee of the Proms. He also enjoyed the theatre and walking in the countryside. Please join in your tribute to Jim. There will be tea and coffee from 6:30pm. All welcome. For further information: Rosemary Addington, 020 8399 2547 Vijay Mehta, Action for UN Renewal 97 Commercial
Road, London, E1 1RD, UK |
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Tuesday 12th June 2007, at 7pm |
Action for UN Renewal Campaign for reform of the United Nations
Patrons: Tony Benn, Bruce Kent, Caroline Lucas MEP Erskine Childers Memorial Lecture Kate Allen, director of Amnesty International will speak on ‘How people can influence the UN on Human Rights’ Chair: Rt. Hon. Lord (Peter) Archer Q.C. Tuesday 12th June 2007, at 7pm. Friends House, Euston Road, London. Opposite Euston Station. Admission free, all welcome. Amnesty International is continually engaged in campaigning for human rights. At present it is calling for closure of the Guantanamo Bay prison, speaking up for Zimbabwe trade unionists, calling for an end to violence in Nigeria and supporting a woman in Saudi Arabia who is being forced to divorce her husband by her family. Action for UN Renewal aim to work with ministers, politicians and the media for stronger support for the United Nations, the UN Charter and International Law. Action for UN Renewal welcomes new members, subscribing and active. Contact us by telephone on 020-8399-2547 or email on info@action-for-un-renewal.org.uk more details at http://www.abolishwar.org.uk/e_childers_lecture.pdf |
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6 pm on 12th March 2007 |
POST-CONFLICT TRUTH AND JUSTICE IN PERU
An evening of reflection and music on the 1980-2000 conflict in Peru, and discussion of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's final report Organised by Movement for the Abolition of War and the Peru Support Group Click for full details of the evening At 6 pm on 12th March 2007 at St Ethelburga's
Centre for Reconciliation and Peace, Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AG |
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Saturday 11 November |
MAW AGM Essex Hall 2pm - 3.30pm AGM |
Map of area
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Wednesday July 12th 6 - 8pm |
Movement for the Abolition of WarInvites you to a PUBLIC MEETING A new role for the military? 'waging law, not waging war' with MARY KALDOR Professor and Director of the Centre for the Study of Global Governance, LSE and a senior military figure, to be announced HOUSE of COMMONS Portcullis House, Room T. Mary Kaldor convened the Study Group on Europe's Security Capabilies, whose report A Human Security Doctrine for Europe, was published in late 2004. An exploration of the report's ideas for transforming the nature of military intervention will form the basis of this meeting. For further information: telephone Christine Titmus, vice-chair of M.A.W. on 01767 651136, or click here. |
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Tuesday 6th June 2006 |
Action for UN RenewalThe Erskine Childers Memorial
Lecture The United Nations, Justice and the Rule of Law. Friends House, Euston Road, London. Admission Free, no tickets required. 7.00-8:45pm |
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Saturday 31 December. |
Forever ImberThe fourth consecutive New Year’s Eve Peace Vigil will be held by the roadside in Imber village at midday on Saturday 31 December. Full details at http://www.foreverimber.org.uk The roads from Gore Cross to Warminster and from Bratton to Heytesbury are open from 6.00pm on Friday 16 December 2005 to 6.00pm on Monday 2 January 2006. Ruth Underwood Forever Imber 2 St John’s Grove London N19 5RW 020 7272 8500 ruthunderwood@kitty123.fsnet.co.uk |
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Oct 1st 2005 (Sat). |
What kind of Europe do we want ?Towards security with ethical responsibility.
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Nov 5th (Sat) |
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (UK)Women Into Decision Making: Enq: 01689 837848. |
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Nov 13 (Sun) |
Imperial War MuseumAnnual Remembrance Sunday Lecture London SE1 2pm |
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Nov 11-13 '05 |
PragueConference and other events in honour of Bertha von Suttner, who in 1905 was the first woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Details from International Peace Bureau, Geneva or berthasuttnerova@seznam.cz |
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Nov 18th-19th |
Peace Direct Second November conference What Makes Peacebuilding Effective: Linking micro and macro Session leaders, include Charlie Irvine (Questions of Difference founder) and Sue Williams (Consultant, Collaborative for Development Action) Cost: £120 per person (organisational
rate) £90 per person (individual rate) £35 concessions (unwaged)
10% discount will be applied for cheques received before the 15th of September
£108 18th -19th November 2005, Coton House, Rugby |
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Nov 19th (Sat). |
Annual General Meeting MAW10:30am - 1pm Public Session Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, London SW1,
10.30 on Saturday 19th November 2005. |
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May 15th (Sun) |
Anne Frank Peace WalkAs we reflect on the 60th anniversary of the end of WW2 join us for a Peace Walk Sunday May 15th 2.30pm starting at Bedford Museum, 2a Castle Lane ending in Russell Park by the Anne Frank tree, (planted 5 years ago in memory of child victims of war) Former Mayor Carole Maxwell-Ellis, who planted the tree, will attend. At the Museum we will look at local war memories on the museum website, and watch a short video on the prevention of future wars. For more information contact David Maxwell 01234 352273 All welcome |
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1-6 May '05 |
Guernica SPAINFifth International Peace Museum conference. Information from Peter van den Dungen, University of Bradford Department of Peace Studies or Click here |
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7 March '05 |
London: Evening talk Monday 7 March Voices from the Edge Presents: Jonathon Granoff speaking on Inner Peace and Outer ResponsibilitiesJonathan Granoff is one of the founding members and the president of the Global Security Institute (GSI), working directly with governments and world leaders in the pursuit of peace and worldwide nuclear disarmament. 7 March 7.00pm at The Window 13 Windsor Street
London N1 8QG (Off Packington Street) Cost:£10
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Sat 19th Feb '05 |
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom 1915-2005Celebrating 90 years Click for website Bloomsbury Central Baptist Church Friendship
Centre, Shaftsbury Av. London. |
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15th Jan '05 |
MAW Strategic Planning DayPlease note that is Saturday the 15th Jan
'05 |
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9th Feb |
Parallel market: corruption and the international arms tradeThe 2005 Campaign Against Arms Trade lecture
will by given by Joe Roeber, journalist and political economist and member of
Transparency International. It will be held at LSE, Houghton Street, London W2
at 6.30 pm on Wednesday 9th February. |
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20 Nov 2004 |
MAW AGMVaughan House, 46 Francis Street, London SW1P 1QN. Click for map Morning open meeting Afternoon MAW AGM |
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14 Nov 2004 |
MAW Remembrance Sunday MeetingAnnual Lecture at the Imperial War Museum,
Lambeth Road SE1 Caroline Lucas MEP:Building a Culture of Peace |
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20-24 Oct |
Tirana AlbaniaHague Appeal International conference on "Challenges to Peace Education". Details from Kathleen@haguepeace.org |
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2nd Nov. |
7 DAYS FOR IRAQ
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Dates to be announced on this website when available. |
"Sing the music of healing" Concerts-With Mad Hatters Ceilidh Experience (from
Oxfordshire) and guests. Contact MAW for details. |
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14 June 2004 |
Sheffield Peace ForumWill show the MAW video War No More Monday 14 June 2004 7pm |
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22 May 2004 |
Songs for peace and justiceAn evening with Frankie Armstrong and Leon
Rosselson and guests at St James, Piccadilly on 22 May 2004. For details and
bookings contact 01908 510642 or
ajkempster@abolishwar.org.uk |
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27 Mar 2004 |
United Nations Peace Messenger
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31 Mar 2004 |
POETRY READING
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13 Mar 2004 |
Peace Education Network conferenceWar is not healthy for children 10.30-16.30 on 13 March at Friends House, Euston
Rd, London NW1. |
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9 Nov 2003 |
Remembrance day Lecture by Mairaid Corrigan. At The Imperial
War Museum. |
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Saturday 1st Nov |
Annual General MeetingVaughan House, |
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Tuesday, 14th Oct |
Pugwash Conferences on Science and World AffairsBritish Pugwash Group A Public Discussion Meeting on
at The British Institute of Radiology 36, Portland Place, London, W1 Speaker: Robert Fox Robert Fox is well known as a leading and influential journalist, and is a Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Defence Studies, King's College, London. The object of the meeting is to open up for discussion issues including: · What are the relationships between "public opinion", media attitudes, and government actions? · What drives media attitudes? And do they have hidden agenda (eg links with arms lobbies)? · How independent are "independent" media (eg BBC, Guardian)? And how effectively do government control them? · How relevant & informative are recent examples, such as Iraq, and the Falklands? · How do national patterns differ, eg between US, UK, and "Old Europe"? *
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20 Sep 2003 |
Search for Peace guided tour and Mystery walkPeace Walk along the London Peace Trail, 11 -4
pm. Learn about our peace heritage, the origins of the UN, Gandhi in London,
the sufragettes, Edith Cavell, and other peace heroes. The day includes a
mystery watk for children - find clues, solve puzzles, and get your "peace
,passport" stamped at eight peace sites! More details from
MAW. |
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Wednesday 9th July 2003 |
The Roots of WarSpeaker: Professor Frances Stewart - Director of
the International Development Centre Oxford and Professor of Development
Economics. |
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Saturday 28th June 2003 |
Peace Education NetworkAnnual Conference -Education for Peace, |
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29 Oct 2001 |
Launch eventThe Movement for the Abolition of War was
launched at the Houses of Parliament. |
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11 Nov 2001 |
Remembrance dayWas marked by dialogue and lectures about the
causes and future of war. At The Imperial War Museum. |
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5 Feb 2002 |
Oxford launch eventThere was a launch meeting in Oxford in the
Friends Meeting House on St Giles at 7.30 pm. |
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18 Apr 2002 |
Lecture: Can war be abolished?Professor Robert Hinde, one of our vice-chairs,
will speak on "Can War be Abolished?", in Friends House, Euston Road, London
NW1, at 6.30 pm on Thursday 18 April. There is limited seating
for this event. If you want to be sure of a seat, please write to MAW for a
(free) ticket, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope. |
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23 May 2002 |
Lecture: Practicalities of the elimination of warProfessor Ed Cairns, professor of Psychology at
the University of Ulster, will speak on the practicalities of the elimination
of war, on Thursday 23 May, 6.30-8pm at the University of London Students'
Union, Malet Street, London WC1. |
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13 Jun 2002 |
Lecture: Tom Paine, the Quakers, and the Abolition of WarBrian Walker, former director of Oxfam, will
speak on "Tom Paine, the Quakers, and the Abolition of War" also at Friends
House, London, on Thursday 13 June at 6.30 pm. |
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21 Sep 2002 |
Search for Peace guided tour and Mystery walkPeace Walk along the London Peace Trail, 11 -4
pm. Learn about our peace heritage, the origins of the UN, Gandhi in London,
the sufragettes, Edith Cavell, and other peace heroes. The day includes a
mystery watk for children - find clues, solve puzzles, and get your "peace
,passport" stamped at eight peace sites! More details from Tim Wallis (020)
7609 2777. registration@mysterywalk.fsnet.co.uk |
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3 Oct 2002 |
Lecture: Friends and EnemiesDr Dorothy Rowe, our other vice-chair, will speak on "Friends and Enemies", at Friends House, London, on Thursday 3 October at 6.30 pm. There is limited seating for this event. If you want to be sure of a seat, please write to MAW for a (free) ticket, enclosing a stamped addressed envelope. |
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19 Oct 2002 |
The Abolition of War: Obstacles and opportunitiesThere will be a free (all welcome), general open
meeting on Saturday 19 October ,10.30-4:30pm in Vaughan House, 46 Francis
Street, behind Westminster Cathedral, near Victoria Station in London. A full
programme is below, which includes these speakers:
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22 Oct 2002 |
One world - Double standards? Time to abolish War?An open meeting for people of all ages, beliefs,
cultures and faiths, where Bruce Kent will launch a Young People's all-party
inquiry into the abolition of war. 6:30pm at Croydon town hall, Katherine
Street, London. Contact Kitty Mcvey on 020 8650 8843. |
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10 Nov 2002 |
Annual Remembrance day lectureRemembrance day is being marked by dialogue and lectures about the causes and future of war. At The Imperial War Museum. Professor Sir Joseph Rotblat, our president, will speak on "The Abolition of War" in the Imperial War Museum, Lambeth, London, on Sunday 10 November at 2 pm. This is Remembrance Sunday and we hope and expect that there will be other local and regional events at that time on the theme of Remembrance, Reconciliation and the Rejection of War. |
