Afghanistan Veterans Against the War Speaking Tour
In July 2011, U.S. Army veterans Brock McIntosh and Jacob George returned to Afghanistan with a U.S. delegation for nonviolence, eager to meet with local Afghan peace and social justice organizations. Their mission was twofold: to gain a greater understanding of ordinary Afghans’ needs, fears, and desires for their country, and to discover ways U.S. […]
Read MoreDo You Love A Veteran? Call for Submissions
The second volume of “Do You Love a Veteran?” is in the works! For the second volume, I am compiling a set of essays, poems, drawings, etc. about people’s experiences, joys, and struggles with supporting veterans and how these struggles have transformed them. Submissions can be anonymous or credited depending on the author’s preference. We […]
Read MoreJoin us at the VFP & IVAW Convention Aug 3-7
update: VFP has set up a special registration page for MFSO members and is offering a special discount for any spouses interested in attending! Click here to register Join us in Portland, Oregon August 3rd through 7th for the 2011 National Veterans for Peace and Iraq Veterans Against the War Convention. The staff of MFSO will be attending […]
Read MoreSay Your Peace Video Contest
September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows invites you to participate in our SAY YOUR PEACE video contest. First place winners from each of three age groups will receive $1,000 cash awards. Deadline for entry is August 15, 2011. No video experience is required to participate. Click here for more information.
Read More