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Who We Are
Illinois for a World BEYOND War (IWBW) is a statewide chapter of the global World BEYOND War movement, working nonviolently to end war and establish a just and sustainable peace. All of our members have signed World BEYOND War’s Declaration of Peace and are committed to its vision.
What We Envision
By offering ongoing peace education, countering the dominant pro-war media narrative, and making efforts to influence our elected officials to stop supporting and financing militarism and war, we strive to end war. Through growth and a wide membership base, we can be more effective and offer wider opportunities for actions that align with members’ interests, abilities, and locations. We can also ally with other Illinois groups committed to peace advocacy, activism, and action.
Did You Know?

The Pentagon has failed its annual audit for the sixth year in a row, according to the Defense Department’s chief financial officer.
So, what to do when the Pentagon can’t account for all the taxpayer money provided?
Of course, give the Generals and the Military Contractors more!
Stop this insanity!
Source: https://thehill.com/policy/defense/4313887-pentagon-fails-sixth-audit-in-a-row/
Chapter news and views

World BEYOND War Annual Report for 2024
World BEYOND War’s 2024 annual report is now available as a PDF here. #WorldBEYONDWar

Talk World Radio: Al Mytty on Acting for Peace
This week on Talk World Radio we are talking about peace activism in the U.S. with Al Mytty who has been involved in social justice and peace programs including Pax Christi, Just Faith, Veterans For Peace, and #WorldBEYONDWar

70 Percent Vote in Favor of Arms Embargo
Shall the U.S. federal government … stop giving military funding to Israel, which currently costs taxpayers 3.8 billion dollars a year, given Israel’s global recognition as an apartheid regime with a track record of human rights violations? #WorldBEYONDWar

Promoting Peace in Illinois
On September 21, 2024, several members of Illinois for a World BEYOND War celebrated the International Day of Peace with a peace celebration and peace walk in Joliet. #WorldBEYONDWar

Planning Peace Work in Finland
On Monday, 26 August, a group of Finnish advocates for peace met at Oodi Library in Helsinki. #WorldBEYONDWar

Volunteer Spotlight: World BEYOND War Illinois Chapter Co-Coordinator Daphne Agosin
The August 2024 Volunteer Spotlight features World BEYOND War Illinois Chapter Co-Coordinator Daphne Agosin. #WorldBEYONDWar
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