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Women's International League for Peace and Freedom

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October 2022

Dive into the October eNews to read updates from WILPF Branches across the country, organizing and taking a stand for peace! From Vermont to Washington DC to the San Francisco Bay area, WILPFers have joined forces to protest the EPA, gathered to connect and build community, and marched in town parades to inspire a renewed spirit of democracy. Upcoming events include an Afro-Cuban feminist film series, a panel from the DPoW on domestic violence, and virtual Kitchen Table Talks by the Detroit Branch. Earth Democracy prepares for COP 27, and WILPFers form an ad-hoc group to address anti-racism as a central priority of solidarity and sisterhood. Read on for more news, updates and stories! 


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Announcements: Join the Interactive Panel Presentation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month on October 21; New Branch Forming in Kentucky/Indiana! 

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Two announcements: Interactive Panel Presentation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, DPoW Committee on Friday, October 21, 2022 at 8 pm EDT/ 7 EDT / 5 PDT; and join long-time WILPFer Julie Segal and others in the states of Kentucky and Indiana as they organize a new Branch! 


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Request a Free Zoom Workshop on PFAS, Tailored for Your WILPF Branch! 

Would you like to learn more about Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) and their impact? Marguerite Adelman of WILPF Burlington has designed a free Zoom program for WILPF branches across the country that would like to understand this complex issue as it relates to their state and community. 


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Actions for WILPFers to Take in October to Defuse the Possibility of Nuclear War 

Before we ask WILPFers to take action in October against nuclear weapons, we must thank the several WILPF branches who took action in mid-September to press their Congressional Representatives to stop authorizing more weapons for Ukraine. Now, we have a new request for WILPFers to reach out once again and ask your legislators to help lower the risk of any exchange of nuclear weapons. Read on for more info! 

 

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Earth Democracy Attends SAFE Rally at EPA in Washington, DC 

On September 20, WILPFers from around the country gathered in Washington DC to hold the EPA accountable for the impacts of pollution on our health, joining an event organized by the Scientists, Activists, and Families for SAFE Environments. 


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Working Internally on Anti-Racism 

A group of WILPFers invites others to join a committee on anti-racist interventions and supports within our organization. The nature of this group is evolving. You can participate in the WILPF US discussions to learn, educate, and uplift anti-racism within our WILPF organization.


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“I Miss Democracy” Urges Votes at the Cape Cod July 4th Parade 

Cape Cod WILPFers get into character and take to the 4th of July parade, wearing “I Miss Democracy” sashes and sparkling gowns. Their clever parade float caught attention and raised awareness of WILPF’s work for peace! 


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Poor People’s Campaign + Center for Common Ground 

We are at a crucial point in the year to register new voters and get folks to the polls. Learn how to text voters to encourage their participation, attend trainings for organizing around voter registration, and more! 


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Cuban Women of the African Diaspora - Inspirations for Change. Save the Date for a series of five Sunday evening programs by Filmmaker Juanamaría Cordones-Cook 

Save the Date: Sunday evenings in October, WILPFers present a series of films featuring Cuban Women of the African Diaspora. Watch films about the inspiring life stories of several Afro-Cuban feminist leaders, framed by informative presentations for context and depth. Tune in each Sunday this month! 


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NATO Pros and Cons Discussed at the VT WILPF Gathering 

For 20 years, Vermont WILPF has gathered annually for a summer retreat to organize and connect. This year, their convening included an invigorating discussion about NATO held in the village square. Robin Lloyd describes this year's nourishing VT WILPF gathering and the value of conversations, sisterhood, and solidarity.


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WILPF Joins San Francisco Rally for Peace in Ukraine 

Bay Area WILPFers rallied at their Senator’s offices to protest the war in Ukraine, sharing impassioned messages of peace. Read from Betty Trainor’s speech!


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Kitchen Table Talk and Action Series on Zoom 

Informational talks with featured guest speakers, hosted by the Detroit Branch, bring members together for compelling discussions and immediate virtual actions! 


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Addressing the Cost of the Climate Crisis: WILPF US Takes a Stand 

Cindy Piester will represent WILPF US and Earth Democracy’s Climate Justice+Women+Peace Project on the WILPF International Environmental Working Group’s delegation to COP 27, the UN Climate Change Conference. 


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Next eNews deadline: Friday, October 21.

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