Saturday, October 31 2009

Peace training - Introduction to Election Observation - by International Alert

Date: 
10 Oct 09 - 11 Nov 09

This two day course prepares participants for short-term election observation missions, providing an insight into the nature of the work and developing the key skills needed. It will encourage observers’ ability to work as part of a team and deal with the challenges of a mission environment. The second day of the course involves an assessed simulation. Participants will be observed by experienced election observers who will assess their skills against the requirements to be an STO.

Tita Radilla, Mexican Association of Relatives of the Detained, Disappeared and Victims of Human Rights Violations (AFADEM)

Date: 
30 Oct 09 - 6 Nov 09
Healing the Wound: The struggle for truth and justice in Mexico. Human rights defender Tita Radilla is the first person to take the Mexican government before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights for the crime of forced disappearance. She will be sharing her testimony and experiences, and participating in discussions at several public events in London, at which there will also be some screenings of the film 12.511 - Rosendo Radilla Case: An Open Wound from Mexico's Dirty War. For more information, please visit: www.peacebrigades.org.uk

Campaign Against Arms Trade National Gathering 2009

Date: 
31 Oct 09
CAAT National Gathering 2009 Saturday 31 October Toynbee Studios, London, E1 6AB (2 mins walk from Aldgate East tube) Arrive 9.45am for 10.15am. Finish 5pm Venue fully wheelchair accessible; hearing loop available; free creche available £5 waged; £2 unwaged. Tea, coffee and a light vegetarian lunch will be provided Join CAAT supporters from around the country for a day of speakers, discussion and inspiration!

Upcoming events

NVDA workshop for 28/29 Oct

NONVIOLENT DIRECT ACTION WORKSHOP AND LEGAL BRIEFING for the28/29 Oct "No More Fallujahs" weekend of nonviolent resistance to theoccupation

Anthony Arnove: Iraq speaking tour

Anthony Arnove is aUS-based activist and author. His important new book Iraq: The Logic of Withdrawal was published by the New Press in April. Arguing that the occupation is the major source of inst

International Day of Peace

The International Day of Peace was established by a United Nations resolution. It provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on a shared date. September 21 each year.

Earthwatch Debate: Climate Change

A debate where you, the audience, will decide the priorities and responsibilities for action to counter the threats posed by climate change.Admission free, but by ticket only. For tickets

Fairtrade campaign day, London

These days are a chance for you to get more in-depth knowledge on issues around Fairtrade, learn about the latest developments in the Foundation and Fairtrade internationally and gain new skills to help you to promote Fairtrade in your community.