We will discuss how to campaign for white poppies and an alternative approach to remembrance, share practical approaches and hear from experienced activists from around the UK who have built successful campaigns.
Please email mail@ppu.org.uk (if possible before 6.45pm) to receive a Zoom link.
The event is an opportunity to learn from one another and share ideas. All welcome, whether you’re wondering where to start, or have many years' experience. Looking forward to seeing you online - and remember to wear your white poppy!
Speakers include
- Andrew Bolton - organiser of Leicester alternative Remembrance Sunday ceremony and Leicester Schools Peace Project, with many years' involvement in Community of Christ and multifaith religious education.
- Christine Green - campaigned with St Neots Quakers and Movement for the Abolition of War to include white poppies in mixed wreaths at official remembrance ceremonies
- Jane Harries - Peace Education Coordinator for the Welsh Centre for International Affairs and Secretary of Cymdeithas y Cymod / Fellowship of Reconciliation in Wales
- Judeline Nicholas - Learning and development consultant specialising in diversity, who has campaigned for white poppies as a parish councillor in Norfolk
United Kingdom