Peacemaking

The choice for war or peace is ours to make. But we have to choose.

Building Peace in Iraq

by David Smith-Ferri

posted Oct 03, 2008

What happens when we listen to Iraqis' stories, and trust that Iraqis are the best source for information about their own experiences? The story of Direct Aid Iraq.

In Review :: Nonviolence: The History of a Dangerous Idea

by James Trimarco

posted Jul 30, 2008

Best-selling author Mark Kurlansky describes the movements—often religious in origin—that have denounced war in favor of active nonviolent resistance.

Signs of Life :: Foreign Policy

posted Jul 30, 2008

Activists and political leaders across the country are saying “no” to U.S. military action against Iran and demanding that the U.S. government pursue real diplomacy.

How Iran Could Help the United States

by Robert Naiman

posted Jul 15, 2008

Instead of bombing Iran, we could draw on that nation to collaborate in winning the peace for the entire region. By Robert Naiman.

Americans Say No to War with Iran: Will Washington Listen?

by Sarah van Gelder

posted Jul 12, 2008

Sarah van Gelder discusses Resolution 362, which encourages what amounts to an act of war against Iran.

Life in Iran with Rick Steves

by Abdi Sami

posted Jul 11, 2008

In March of 2008 Rick Steves travelled to Iran to produce a travel documentary on the country and its people. Rick's intention was to put a human face on the people behind the headlines about Iran. Here are photos and stories from the team's ten days of traveling.

DIY Foreign Policy Heroes

posted Jun 06, 2008

Think foreign policy is just for politicians? These people can change your mind.

People We Love :: Ava Lowery

posted May 22, 2008

Ava Lowery launched peacetakescourage.com, a website showcasing her homemade antiwar videos.

Signs of Life :: Iraq War

by Madeline Ostrander

posted May 22, 2008

Virtual Memorials for War Casualties

Has Your Town Declared Peace Yet?

by Ben Manski, Karen Dolan

posted May 22, 2008

Ben Manski and Karen Dolan show how local communities have quit waiting for the federal government and are making their own foreign policy

Candidates for Congress Show the Way Out

by Erik Leaver

posted May 22, 2008

The 2006 mid-term election sent a clear signal: Americans want out of Iraq. As the occupation drags on, 10 candidates for the U.S. Congress announce a plan to bring all the troops home.

8 Experts Show the Way to a New Role for the U.S.

posted May 22, 2008

How can we transform our most difficult global relationships? 8 experts give their best advice on a new role for the U.S.

Control Room

by Jehane Noujaim

posted Apr 29, 2008

View the trailer for Jehane Noujaim's award-winning documentary, Control Room, which examines media coverage of the Iraq War.

CODEPINK :: 7 Ways to Prevent War with Iran

by CODEPINK

posted Nov 09, 2007

CODEPINK suggests seven steps you can take to oppose a war with Iran.

People Taking Charge :6: Colombia Peace Village

posted Nov 07, 2007

Individual villages in Colombia are resisting by remaining neutral, refusing to participate in the war, not carrying weapons, and saying no to injustice