An urgent alert from the US Section of the
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
April 2021
How can women get involved in democratizing our money?; submit applications for Congress 2021 presentations!; four new Call for Peace resource guides inspire action; WILPF US Zoom meetings & webinars have depth and breadth; bequests go far and mean much; “Building Branches from the Inside Out” IWD kickoff; Humboldt and Cape Cod branch updates, and MORE, in this month’s eNews.
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More and more economists agree that our money system is corrupt and built on oppressive debt. How can women bring these discussions into the mainstream and work toward monetary reform? By M. Gardam.
Branches, members-at-large, and issue committees are invited to submit proposals for presentations, “how to” workshops, and cultural events for the WILPF US 34th Triennial Congress in August by May 30.
The Call for Peace Campaign team has produced four new resource guides showing why we must reduce the bloated US military budget and providing you with clear actions you can take! By C. Spencer and N. Price
In recent WILPF US Zoom meetings and webinars, we’ve joined with colleagues and learned from experts all over the U.S. and world. Here’s a list of some excellent events to watch on our YouTube channel. By E. Thomas.
Even members of moderate means can leave a meaningful bequest to WILPF US. Arguably your money won’t mean as much or go as far at more prominent peace & justice organizations as it will at WILPF. By M. Gardam. 
WILPF US launched the Building Branches from the Inside and Out Initiative and uplifted International Women’s Day through a virtual kickoff celebration on March 7. By N. Abeleda.
Humboldt branch joins with local “DreamMakers” program; Cape Cod holds International Women’s Day gathering and branch member organizes town council resolution honoring Women’s History Month. 
We’re looking for energetic WILPFers who are passionate, creative, well organized, and eager to reach out to external audiences. Help us fundraise for our beloved organization! By J. Corderman.
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