For all victims of wars and acts of organised violence, past, present and future, in all parts of the world.

For the missed opportunity of letting the UN weapons inspectors complete their disarmament task in Iraq 

For the confusion and frustration brought about by mis-information from some politicians and news media at times such as these

For future generations who will have to live with the legacy of today’s wars

For the resources wasted by governments in promoting the export of weapons around the world, sowing the seeds of future wars

We are committed,

To supporting ways of solving conflicts with human ingenuity and  compassion rather than with massive military might

To a future free from the scourge of weapons of mass destruction in all countries, including our own

To seeking truth and to addressing the needs of others

To the long-term task of sowing the seeds of peace in our communities and  in the wider world

To promoting discussion and action towards these ends