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December 2023

With the end of a weeklong truce in Gaza, there is a renewed need to call for a ceasefire now. WILPF International wants your photos on the theme of men and love. Find out what local branches have been up up, and what actions they've been involved in. Also, discover interesting talks put on by WILPF San Jose that you might have missed, which are now available on YouTube.

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Continue to Press for a Permanent Ceasefire in the Gaza-Israel War 

Despite recent successes with the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, the war in Gaza is very much ongoing with bombardments starting again late last week with the end of the 7-day temporary ceasefire. Until a permanent truce is established, WILPF must continue to press for a permanent ceasefire.


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We Are Not Indifferent - We Support Palestine: Fresno Branch Calls for Immediate End of Israel’s Actions in Gaza   


Fresno Branch members, along with other WILPF members, have been reaching out to US government officials (although some will not even meet with representatives of the Palestinian and pro-Palestine community) and urging a ceasefire, as well as participating in demonstrations and prayer vigils.


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Busy Month of Actions Against War in Gaza by Triangle (NC) Branch 

The WILPF Triangle (NC) Branch held vigils for peace, as well as participated in rallies calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.


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Updates from the WILPF Week of Action 

Hear about what actions branches took as part of International WILPF’s Week of Action. From November 9-15, branches organized vigils, demonstrations, rallies and public actions to draw attention to the attacks in Gaza.


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What is Your Image of Men and Love in Times of War and Polarization? Submit Your Photos to WILPF International by January 1! 

The women’s perspective on peace and justice that WILPF promotes includes men. What does that mean to you? Can you put that into a photo? Win up to $1,000 with your photo on the theme of Men and Love in Times of War and Polarization. Submit your photo by January 1!


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Latest News from the WILPF US 2024 Triennial Congress 

Next year’s WILPF US Triennial Congress is continuing to shape up, with new speakers confirmed and events planned. Registration is due to start in January, so keep an eye out to make sure your spot is reserved!


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Interesting Talks to Share from WILPF SJ 

The San Jose WILPF Branch has put on a number of interesting talks this year that you might be interested in watching. They’re all available on YouTube. In addition, the branch updates us on their local actions.


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