Online via Zoom

As this challenging year closes, let's step back and look at the long history of nonviolent resistance to repression. We are not alone and we are not powerless. Learning and remembering the stories of those who have struggled before us can help us feel connected and inspired. We will watch a 20 minute video, "Gandhi, King &amp; Beyond: Nonviolent History," created by Pace e Bene and Rivera Sun. We'll then have discussion, both in a large group and using breakout rooms. 

In the video, we will learn about the first documented strike in 1170 BCE, India's nonviolent army and hear about dozens of other examples bringing us up to more recent times. The developing theory of nonviolence is also discussed. 

Join Amy and NHPA members and friends for an unrecorded conversation where we can share our experiences and ideas and support each other. 

Amy Antonucci is the chair of the board of the New Hampshire Peace Action Education Fund. She is also involved in sustainable agriculture and the arts in Seacoast NH.

Local Event: Peace & Justice Conversations: "A History of Nonviolence"

Merrimack County

Concord

New Hampshire

Peace & Justice Conversations: "A History of...

As this challenging year closes, let's step back and look at the long history of nonviolent resistance to repression. We are...

Peace & Justice Conversations: "A History of Nonviolence"

Zoom

Join us to discuss this inspiring and important book: "This is An Uprising: How Nonviolent Revolt Is Shaping the Twenty-First Century" by Mark Engler and Paul Engler. We'll meet on Zoom for six sessions, Thursdays January 8 &amp; 22, February 5 &amp; 19, March 5 &amp; 19, 7-8:30pm.
About the book: From protests around climate change and immigrant rights, to Occupy, the Arab Spring, and #BlackLivesMatter, a new generation is unleashing strategic nonviolent action to shape public debate and force political change. In this book, learn about the hidden art behind such outbursts of protest, examining core principles that have been used to spark and guide moments of transformative unrest. With incisive insights from contemporary activists, as well as fresh revelations about the work of groundbreaking figures, the Englers show how people with few resources and little conventional influence are engineering the upheavals that are reshaping contemporary politics. Let's understand this critical phenomenon and harness its power to create lasting change.
Facilitated by NH Peace Action members. The facilitators will help to create space for a safe and deep discussion of the issues raised in the book and will make sure everyone gets a chance to share. Our conversations will be shaped by all who attend. The goal of our book study is to expand our knowledge and understanding of topics related to peace and to have a space where members can connect with each other, learn and build community.
There is a minimal $10 charge to join this group, which will be limited in size to 12 participants. As with all NH Peace Action Events, if cost is a barrier, please email doreen@nhpeaceaction.org. Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive the Zoom.You also need to buy the book for yourself. Note that since it is a few years old, finding used copies shouldn't be hard. As of this posting, thriftbooks, biblio and ebay have multiple copies.
<a href="https://gibsonsbookstore.com/search?q=this%20is%20an%20uprising" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gibson's Bookstore</a> in Concord, <a href="https://waterstreetbooks.com/search?q=this%20is%20an%20uprising" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Water Street Bookstore</a> in Exeter, <a href="https://toadbooks.com/search?q=this%20is%20an%20uprising" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Toadstool Bookshops</a> in Keene and Peterborough, and <a href="https://www.mainstreetbookends.com/search/site/this%20is%20an%20uprising" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MainStreet BookEnds</a> in Warner will be more than happy to order it for you. Their websites all say ships within 1-5 days.

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Peace & Justice Conversations: "A History of Nonviolence"

DEC

29

7:00 PM

Concord, NH

NH Peace Action Winter Book Study: "This Is An Uprising"

JAN

8

7:00 PM

Concord, NH