For those who can't make it in person, you can watch the event online. No need to register.
The Peace Pledge Union works with other peace and human rights organisations on this joint ceremony, exploring the history and contemporary reality of conscientious objection.
This year the ceremony will focus on COs in Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, as well as the often overlooked role of women COs across history. With contributions from:
- Belarusian peace activist Olga Karach from Our House will send a message on the situation faced by COs in Belarus today
- Semih Sapmaz from War Resisters' International speaking on the global struggle of COs around the world
- Historian Ali Ronan speaking on the often overlooked role of women COs
- Hosted by actor and playwright Michael Mears
Speeches will be followed by a reading of COs' names from around the world. Flowers will be laid on the memorial stone, followed by a minute's silence.
Attend in person - Tavistock Square, London - 1pm Monday 15th May 2023
Watch online - Visit www.CO-Day.org at the time to watch the live stream
You can find out all about the day, as well as many resources on conscientious objection, campaigns, music and video, at www.CO-Day.org
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Tavistock Square
London, WC1H 9
United Kingdom