Articles written by Paula Kirman

It appears on buttons, pendants, t-shirts, and banners. It's the peace symbol. What is its history, and why is it used?

Dec 18, 2007 - Paula Kirman

For activists who live in colder climate, outdoor rallies and protests are not uncommon. Here are some suggestions for health and well-being.

Dec 4, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Several war resisters from the United States have fled to Canada in protest of the war in Iraq. Canada should let them stay in a land of peace and not send them back.

Nov 21, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Canada's military presence may be extended until 2011, according to the Federal Government, which is seeking to change the focus of the military mission.

Oct 31, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Security certificates are considered a violation of human rights, yet five men are currently detained in Canada based on them.

Oct 10, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Keeping an organization alive is in many ways dependent upon finding and retaining new members. Here are some suggestions on how to attract new members.

Sep 16, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Quite a few activists are also vegetarians. Here are some reasons why peace making and vegetarianism go hand in hand.

Sep 6, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Many educational institutions have clubs for student activists to join. If your school doesn't already have a peace group, here is how to start one.

Aug 28, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Bullying.What can you do about it? Ensuring peace amongst young people at school is one step towards creating harmony on a larger level.

Aug 21, 2007 - Paula Kirman

If world peace can begin on a grassroots level, then the words we choose to speak on a daily basis matter.

Aug 14, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Staying abreast of peace issues can be a challenge in today's busy world. Here are some tips to remain a concerned citizen and effective peace maker.

Jul 30, 2007 - Paula Kirman

A famous saying in the peace movement is "War is unhealthy for children and other living things." This article focuses on those other living things.

Jul 23, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Anyone involved in the peace movement usually has to attend numerous meetings to plan events. Here are some suggestions to help smooth over differences between people.

Jul 13, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Safety is an important consideration when planning a peace event. Here are some tips nad suggestions to help make your event as safe as possible.

Jul 6, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Most active peace makers are heavily involved in planning events such as marches, rallies, and teach-ins. But is there a point when enough is enough?

Jun 28, 2007 - Paula Kirman

The terms 'peace making' and 'peace keeping' are often used in peace circles, sometimes interchangeably. Here is a comparison of both terms.

Jun 17, 2007 - Paula Kirman

June of 2007 marks forty years since the Six-Day war in 1967. It was during this time that Israel occupied much of the Gaza and West Bank in Palestine.

Jun 4, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Palestine - Peace Not Apartheid is a controversial book by former President Jimmy Carter outlining his ideas on how to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East.

May 27, 2007 - Paula Kirman

The U.S. vs. John Lennon is an incredible documentary about Lennon and his music, marriage to Yoko, and his work towards peace.

May 18, 2007 - Paula Kirman

George Galloway is a Member of Parliament in Great Britain. He is as known for his peace activism as for his politics --- in fact, the two are deeply connected.

May 8, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Music and peace events go hand in hand. Here are some suggestions on how to use music at a peace event.

Apr 23, 2007 - Paula Kirman

As peace makers, we often try to find the answers to the issues that cause conflict in the first place. Therefore, it is helpful to understand these issues.

Mar 12, 2007 - Paula Kirman

I find taking part in peace marches to be a very spiritual experience. Peace marches and forms of religious expression have more in common than one may think.

Mar 5, 2007 - Paula Kirman

Peace making often involves examining global conflicts. However, peace making can also start right here, right now, in your very own home.

Feb 26, 2007 - Paula Kirman

With the day of action concerning the United States' involvement in Iraq coming up on March 17, cities all over the world are organizing peace events.

Feb 20, 2007 - Paula Kirman

A person with a Jewish background reconciles her involvement in the peace movement during the summer of 2006 and the war between Israel and Lebanon.

Feb 6, 2007 - Paula Kirman

The Canadian public is being sold a bill of goods when it comes to military involvement in Afghanistan. Here are reasons why the Canadian government should withdraw.

Jan 30, 2007 - Paula Kirman

There are people currently being held in detention in Canada because of security certificates. Here is an explanation what they are and why they violate human rights.

Jan 23, 2007 - Paula Kirman