ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
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The International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) is a global campaign coalition working to mobilize people in all countries to inspire, persuade and pressure their governments to initiate and support negotiations for a treaty banning nuclear weapons.
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
4d ago
Warheads to Windmills is a book and resource guide urging stronger cooperation between the climate change and nuclear abolition movements.  ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
3w ago
It's always handy to have a flyer to handout to those who are interested in the issue, you can download this image and size it for your needs ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
3w ago
There are lots of ways to take creative action during this week, from holding demonstrations to making phone calls. Here are some suggestions, or create your own ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
3w ago
Every year, an exorbitant sum exceeding $80 billion is funnelled into the production and maintenance of nuclear weapons by the nine nuclear-armed countries. These countries, combined, are spending tremendous resources on nuclear warheads and the missiles and bombs used to deliver them. This is a staggering misallocation of resources towards instruments of mass destruction ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
3w ago
To make this week of action a success, we need everyone involved. So will you help us spread the word? Share that you are participating in the week of action and invite people to join you. We’ve put together some photos and sample texts to help you get friends and family involved!  ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
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While 2023 saw some voices return to old-time thinking on nuclear weapons, ICAN and its partners around the world pushed back against that framing, calling out nuclear deterrence as a threat to global peace and security, and showing the broad support around the world for the end of nuclear weapons. ICAN’s 2023 annual report outlines the campaign’s efforts to implement the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and undermine the legitimacy of nuclear deterrence, while breaking down barriers through our work with governments, artists, parliamentarians, financial institutions, citie ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
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On Monday, 18 March 2024, the United Nations Security Council convened a ministerial meeting on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation, chaired by Japan, the Council’s March President. In their statements, the permanent members of the Security Council (P5) promised little by way of meaningful action on disarmament. However, certain non-nuclear-armed states, including Algeria, Ecuador, Guyana, Malta, Mozambique, and Sierra Leone, more clearly articulated the vision held by the world’s majority.  ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
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Rome joins capital cities worldwide urging governments to sign the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. With nearly 100 Italian cities supporting the ICAN Cities Appeal, Rome's decision underscores a shift towards people-centric politics in addressing the nuclear threat. This historic move challenges the Italian government to prioritise peace and security by signing the Nuclear Ban Treaty ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
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Many cities have pledged their support for the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons by joining the ICAN Cities appeal. This model proclamation is a tool to reinvigorate the city's commitment to a nuclear weapons free world and draw attention to the resources wasted on the bomb ..read more
ICAN | International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
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This is a template that you can adjust, print and bring to your local bank. Find out if they are currently profiting from the production of nuclear weapons by checking this list ..read more