April eNews: art and activism, Earth Day, ending nuclear weapons, and solidarity with the DRC!

An alert from the US Section of the

Women's International League for Peace and Freedom

April 2025

WILPF US members continue to fight for peace and justice–whether that’s in the streets, in the legislative process, or in their art. WILPFers are committed to caring for the earth all year long, but there are some special actions to take this month! Learn how you can participate in Earth Day events in your community and how to take action to redirect resources for nuclear weapons toward climate crisis solutions. Hear from WILPF members who attended a U.N. meeting to prohibit nuclear weapons, learn how to support peace and justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and get inspired by artists weaving their creativity and activism together!

End Nuclear Weapons: Spread the Word about HR-1888!

On March 5, 2025, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton introduced her "Warheads to Windmills" bill for the 17th time as HR-1888. This bill calls for the end of nuclear weapons and the redirection of resources previously used for nuclear weapons toward climate crisis solutions and human infrastructure needs. Learn more about how to support this important bill!

Our Power, Our Planet: Earth Day is April 22!

Earth Day is almost here! This year, the theme is "Our Power, Our Planet." Learn how you and your branch can participate in Earth Day events near you, and get resources to share this year's message with your community!

Conflict Minerals and the Endless War in the DRC: Addressing the Roots of Violence and Charting a Path to Peace

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is often described as a paradox—blessed with abundant natural resources yet plagued by extreme poverty, violence, and human rights abuses. At the heart of this crisis lies the exploitation of minerals that are essential components for the global technology industry. Mining is deeply entangled with armed conflicts, government corruption, and corporate irresponsibility. Learn more about how WILPF can support justice in the DRC.

WILPF Delegates Attend U.N. Meeting on Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

Twenty-one members of WILPF from seven countries attended the Third Meeting of the States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (3MSP to TPNW) at the United Nations in New York City from March 3 to 7. Eight members of WILPF US' DISARM/End Wars committee attended the event. Read about the highlights of WILPFers’ experience at the 3MSP–from what they learned during official sessions to their time at demonstrations outside the event.

Art and Activism: Two Feminist Artists Inspire Jane Addams Branch

WILPF's Jane Addams Branch welcomed two feminist artists, Deborah Vanko and Trudy Myrrh Reagan, to share their art and activism during its March meeting. Read WILPF members' reflections on what they learned from these women's journeys, access the call recording, and learn about next month's topic!

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Next eNews Deadline: Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Please submit your articles by April 22 to ensure they can be included in the May eNews. Be sure to review the guidelines before submitting (guidelines will be sent with reminder emails). We plan to send the eNews on the first of the month throughout 2025. Thank you for your timeliness and attention to detail regarding what information is needed to publish your article. Please send submissions to Emily Franko, eNews editor, at emily.wilpfeditor@gmail.com.

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