World BEYOND War

World BEYOND War was established on January 1, 2014, by co-founders David Hartsough and David Swanson with the aim of creating a worldwide movement to eliminate the concept of war entirely, rather than just addressing current conflicts. The organization believes that if we truly want to end war, it must no longer be seen as a feasible solution. Just like there is no acceptable form of slavery, there is no such thing as a “justified” war. Both are unacceptable under any circumstances. So, if war cannot be the means to settle international disputes, what alternatives do we have? The core mission of WBW is to develop a global security framework grounded in international law, diplomacy, cooperation, and respect for human rights, and to protect these values through nonviolent methods instead of threats of violence. Our initiatives involve educating people to challenge common misconceptions, such as the ideas that "war is a natural part of life" or "war has always existed," while demonstrating that not only can war be abolished, but it is also achievable. Our efforts encompass various forms of nonviolent activism aimed at steering the world toward a future free from war.

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Thirsting for Justice Under Empire

1 week ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By Kathy Kelly, World BEYOND War, June 19, 2025“To ravage, to slaughter, to usurp under false titles, they call empire; and where they make a desert, they call it peace.” – Tacitus, recorded in Agricola, 98 ADHere in NYC, while participating in a Veterans for Peace and Allies forty day “Fast for Gaza,” we’ve felt horror over reports of Gazans deliberately deprived, in a mass starvation campaign, of water.
BREAKING: WAR ON IRAN IS THE DUMBEST & DEADLIEST IDEA! - World BEYOND War

1 week ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By Legitimate Targets<span class=”gmail_default”> </span>@LegitTargets, June 18, 2025 Today on Legitimate Targets, Jackson Hinkle speaks with World BEYOND War’s David Swanson (@davidcnswanson) about the prospects of a US WAR ON IRAN, UKRAINIAN TERRORISM & Trump’s FAILURE to “END THE WARS.” 🚨🇺🇸🇮🇷 BREAKING: WAR ON IRAN IS THE DUMBEST & DEADLIEST IDEA! Today on Legitimate Targets, Jackson Hinkle speaks with World Beyond War’s David Swanson (@davidcnswanson) about the prospects of a US WAR...
Podcasting Exactly How Stupid War Is. Even - Gasp! - That War.

1 week ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By War Is Stupid, June 17, 2025 If you select to make a recurring contribution of at least $15 per month, you may select a thank-you gift. We thank our recurring donors on our website....
A Weekend of Activism and Hope in Washington DC - World BEYOND War

1 week ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By John Reuwer, World BEYOND War, June 16, 2025For pro-peace, antiwar activists, the weekend of the Trump parade was a rich weekend to engage.
Israel’s Strikes on Iran Spark Growing Dissent in Congress

1 week ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

Photo credit: CODEPINKBy Medea Benjamin, World BEYOND War, June 16, 2025On Monday, June 16, Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) introduced legislation, a War Powers Resolution, to prevent President Trump from using military force against Iran without Congressional authorization.
Reports with Video from the March to Gaza

1 week ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By World BEYOND War, June 15, 2025Cym Gomery, organizer of World BEYOND War’s chapter in Montreal, Canada, has traveled with the Canadian delegation of the March to Gaza, now in Egypt trying to reach Gaza. Cym has sent reports and videos:On the morning of the 13th, delegates headed in taxis to a remote site in the Sinai desert.
For Trump’s Birthday Military Parade, Veterans Organizations Demand “Military Off Our Streets”

2 weeks ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

Photo from Greg StokerIronically, Trump’s Military Parade Has More Security Than His InaugurationBy Colonel (Ret) Ann Wright, World BEYOND War, June 14, 2025Having served 29 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves and retiring as a Colonel, I am ashamed that the 250th birthday of the institution I was in for almost 3 decades has been politicized by President Donald Trump for his birthday celebration. The idea of a big military parade was quashed by military leadership in Trump’s first term.
A Quick and Easy Way to Starve to Death

2 weeks ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By Mike Ferner, World BEYOND War, June 13, 2025It only took 20 days. I didn’t have to sleep on the cold, wet ground, live in a tent; relieve my bowels and bladder in the open like everyone around me; watch my children burn to death or die in my arms because all the hospitals were purposely destroyed; drink polluted water, dodge snipers or hear deadly drones buzzing day and night. I’m here in New York, a city millions come to visit and where residents pay outrageous amounts just to live.
EBCO new Annual Report on Conscientious Objection in Europe 2024: A Call to Safeguard the Right to Refuse to Kill and Resist Wars

2 weeks ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By European Bureau for Conscientious Objection, June 12, 2025A Call to Safeguard the Right to Refuse to Kill and Resist WarsRead the full report here or browse by country. EBCO’s 2024 Annual Report on Conscientious Objection to Military Service in Europe is released at a time of escalating global militarisation. From the revival of conscription in Europe to the devastating impacts of ongoing wars, the protection and empowerment of conscientious objectors is more urgent than ever.
Joining Golden Dome Would Be a "Monumental Betrayal," Say Canadian Anti-War Groups

2 weeks ago | worldbeyondwar.org | David Swanson

By Council of Canadians and World BEYOND War, June 11, 2025OTTAWA – The Council of Canadians, World BEYOND War, and allies are calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to reject any Canadian participation in U.S. President Donald Trump’s recently announced “Golden Dome” project.