Articles written by Paula Kirman
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Project Ploughshares: No More War
Project Ploughshares is a Canadian, faith-based, interdenominational peace group seeking to achieve peaceful resolutions to conflict through the laying down of arms.
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History of the Peace Symbol
It appears on buttons, pendants, t-shirts, and banners. It's the peace symbol. What is its history, and why is it used?
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Activism in the Winter
For activists who live in colder climate, outdoor rallies and protests are not uncommon. Here are some suggestions for health and well-being.
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U.S. War Resisters in Canada
Several war resisters from the United States have fled to Canada in protest of the war in Iraq. Canada should let them stay in a land of peace and not send them back.
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In Between Peace Events
The large peace event you helped organize has come and gone. Besides enjoying some quiet time, here are some ways to be productive between peace rallies.
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Why Canada Must Leave Afghanistan
Canada's military presence may be extended until 2011, according to the Federal Government, which is seeking to change the focus of the military mission.
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Supporting the Troops
People in the peace movement are often branded as unpatriotic because, supposedly, they do not support the troops. However, in many cases, this is simply not true.
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Action on Security Certificates
Security certificates are considered a violation of human rights, yet five men are currently detained in Canada based on them.
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Peace Action Called for October
The Canadian Peace Alliance (CPA) has issued an action calling for Canada out of Afghanistan and the United States out of Iraq. The date for the action is October 27/07.
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Attracting New Peace Makers
Keeping an organization alive is in many ways dependent upon finding and retaining new members. Here are some suggestions on how to attract new members.
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Peace and Vegetarianism
Quite a few activists are also vegetarians. Here are some reasons why peace making and vegetarianism go hand in hand.
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Starting a School Peace Group
Many educational institutions have clubs for student activists to join. If your school doesn't already have a peace group, here is how to start one.
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Bullying and Schoolyard Abuse
Bullying.What can you do about it? Ensuring peace amongst young people at school is one step towards creating harmony on a larger level.
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The Language of Peace
If world peace can begin on a grassroots level, then the words we choose to speak on a daily basis matter.
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Stay Informed
Staying abreast of peace issues can be a challenge in today's busy world. Here are some tips to remain a concerned citizen and effective peace maker.
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Peace and the Environment
A famous saying in the peace movement is "War is unhealthy for children and other living things." This article focuses on those other living things.
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Avoiding Conflicts While Planning
Anyone involved in the peace movement usually has to attend numerous meetings to plan events. Here are some suggestions to help smooth over differences between people.
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Peace Event Safety
Safety is an important consideration when planning a peace event. Here are some tips nad suggestions to help make your event as safe as possible.
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Activism and Life Balance
Most active peace makers are heavily involved in planning events such as marches, rallies, and teach-ins. But is there a point when enough is enough?
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Peace Making vs. Peace Keeping
The terms 'peace making' and 'peace keeping' are often used in peace circles, sometimes interchangeably. Here is a comparison of both terms.
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The Six-Day War - 40 Years Later
June of 2007 marks forty years since the Six-Day war in 1967. It was during this time that Israel occupied much of the Gaza and West Bank in Palestine.
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Palestine - Peace Not Apartheid
Palestine - Peace Not Apartheid is a controversial book by former President Jimmy Carter outlining his ideas on how to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East.
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The U.S. vs. John Lennon
The U.S. vs. John Lennon is an incredible documentary about Lennon and his music, marriage to Yoko, and his work towards peace.
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George Galloway
George Galloway is a Member of Parliament in Great Britain. He is as known for his peace activism as for his politics --- in fact, the two are deeply connected.
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Western Values and Hegemony
The West is supposed to be bringing peace, democracy, and women's rights to countries like Afghanistan and Iraq. What are the values that are really being communicated?
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The Music of Peace
Music and peace events go hand in hand. Here are some suggestions on how to use music at a peace event.
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Dealing With Discouragement
Many a peace activist has dropped out of the movement because of what they perceive as lack of impact. Here are ways to avoid burnout and frustration.
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Get The U.S. Out Of Iraq
On March 17, 2007, demonstrations all over the world took place to call for the United States to get out of Iraq, marking the fourth anniversary of the U.S. invasion.
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The Roots of Conflict
As peace makers, we often try to find the answers to the issues that cause conflict in the first place. Therefore, it is helpful to understand these issues.
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Peace Marches As Religious Ritual
I find taking part in peace marches to be a very spiritual experience. Peace marches and forms of religious expression have more in common than one may think.
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Violence at Home, Violence Abroad
Peace making often involves examining global conflicts. However, peace making can also start right here, right now, in your very own home.
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Planning Your Peace Making Event
With the day of action concerning the United States' involvement in Iraq coming up on March 17, cities all over the world are organizing peace events.
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Where Would Jesus March?
Faith and peace making often go hand in hand. In fact, taking part in the peace movement can be a tangible expression of one's faith. So, where are the Evangelicals?
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A Reflection on Gaza and Lebanon
A person with a Jewish background reconciles her involvement in the peace movement during the summer of 2006 and the war between Israel and Lebanon.
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Canada Out of Afghanistan
The Canadian public is being sold a bill of goods when it comes to military involvement in Afghanistan. Here are reasons why the Canadian government should withdraw.
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Security Certificates
There are people currently being held in detention in Canada because of security certificates. Here is an explanation what they are and why they violate human rights.
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Misconceptions About Peace Makers
The mainstream media often portrays activists working for peace and justice as people on the fringe of society. This is a label that we have to work actively to overcome
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