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David Price
CH office 919.967.7924
DC office 202.225.1784
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Kay Hagan
Raleigh office 919.856.4630
DC office toll free 877.852.9462
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Richard Burr
WS office 800.685.8916
DC office 202.224.3154
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Mission Statement

WILPF works to achieve through peaceful means world disarmament, full rights for women, racial and economic justice, an end to all forms of violence, and to establish those political, social, and psychological conditions which can assure peace, freedom, and justice for all. This remarkable vision still guides us today as we face the challenges of the twenty-first century. In today's context this means:

· the equality of all people in a world free of sexism, racism, classism, and homophobia,

· the guarantee of fundamental human rights including the right to sustainable development, an end to all forms of violence: rape, battering, exploitation, intervention and war, the transfer of world resources from military to human needs, leading to economic justice within and among nations, and

· world disarmament and peaceful resolution of international conflicts via the United Nations.

Yonni Chapman, tireless fighter for social justice and equality and a long-time WILPF member, died on October 23, 2009. We will remember Yonni and miss him. A fund in Yonni’s memory has been created to support local high school students in documenting the history of their communities. Contributions can be made to: Triangle Community Foundation with Freedom Legacy Project in the notes section and mailed to Triangle Community Foundation, 324 Blackwell Street, Suite 1220, Durham, NC 27701. For more info about Yonni, his life and legacy, visit: http://freedomlegacyproject.blogspot.com

December and January programs and events

Vigil Against Afghanistan Escalation Wednesday, December 2, 12noon, Peace and Justice Plaza (old Chapel Hill Post Office). - Join WILPF and the Raging Grannies, Elders for Peace, the Orange County Peace Coalition and other organizations and individuals to protest the Afghanistan surge and call for healthcare and jobs, not warfare.

International Human Rights Award Tuesday, December 8, NC State University Club, 4200 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, 6:30pm cash wine bar; 7:15pm dinner. - Jerry Markatos, co-founder of Balance and Accuracy in Journalism, active with Witness for Peace SE and Carolina Taskforce on Central America, and long-time WILPF member, will receive the2009 award and speak on Mark Twain, Human Rights and the Media. Advance reservations required by Dec. 1 – call Joyce Scapicchio 919-876-0501 for more info.

December Monthly Meeting – Saturday, December 12, 10am-12noon, Friends Meeting House, 531 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill - The December program will focus on mobilizing to oppose the escalation of the war in Afghanistan, and on ending the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. This meeting will also be a potluck brunch, and members and friends are invited to bring muffins, bagels, fruit salad, or other brunch items. For directions, go to www.chapelhillfriends.org.

Bill of Rights Day: Tuesday, December 15, Noon, East Franklin Street Courthouse steps, Peace and Justice Plaza, Chapel Hill. - Reading of First Ten Amendments to the US Constitution by any 10 volunteers present and proclamations read by designated representatives of County Commissioners, members of Town Council, and Carrboro Aldermen. Join this annual event and call for an end to torture, rendition, and other U.S. violations of the Constitution. For more info, Peggy Misch, 942-2535.

New Year’s Eve Gathering Thursday, December 31. - Following the benefit concert for the InterFaith Council at the United Church of Christ, WILPF members and friends are invited to Lucy Lewis’ home to celebrate community and renew our commitment to a better world as we end the old year. Hot cider and refreshments. 119 Oak Street, Carrboro 929-5983.

January Monthly Meeting Saturday, January 9, 10am-12 noon, Friends Meeting House, 531 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill. - January program will focus on planning for Triangle WILPF’s 75th year in 2010. What are ways we can increase community awareness about WILPF, what we stand for and what we do, and build our membership in order to be an even more effective force for peace and freedom in our community, state, nation, and world?

Martin Luther King Birthday Rally Monday, January 18, 10am (check local media to confirm time), Peace and Justice Plaza, Chapel Hill. - Rally to continue Dr. King’s struggle against racism, militarism, and economic injustice, followed by march to First Baptist Church and program.

HKonJ (Historic Thousands on Jones Street) – Saturday, February 9 - Save the Date! 4th Annual March and Rally in Raleigh to support the 14-point People’s Agenda. - Check website and WILPF emails for updates as more info becomes available.

Current Issues, Triangle Branch:
* racism * war/peace * civil liberties * water justice	* economic justice * corporate personhood * corporate globalization

Nuts and Bolts

Triangle WILPF meets the 2nd Saturday of every month, 10am-12 noon at Friends Meeting House, 531 Raleigh Road, Chapel Hill. For directions, go to www.chapelhillfriends.org. (Rare changes in meeting date, location and time will be announced via email, website and/or newsletter)

If you would like to join WILPF or update your membership, please click Join Us or contact Ann Powers at dannpowers@bellsouth.net.

To join a new WILPF listserv for info only about WILPF meetings, events, and sponsored activities, please email Liza Farmer at farmer_liza@yahoo.com.

If you have an item for the newsletter, please contact Dick Paddock at repaddock@nc.rr.com.

If you have an item for the website, please contact Lucy Lewis at Llewis2001@earthlink.net.

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Steering Committee - Lori Hoyt, Lucy Lewis, Dick Paddock, Ann Powers, Miriam Thompson. Email contact: Liza Farmer at farmer_liza@yahoo.com

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