Thanks to all who helped make DJPC’s Holiday Potluck so much fun last Saturday, December 1st. Special thanks to hosts Gabriela, Jim and Lily for welcoming us to their delightful home! And for those who missed the party, great food and good cheer, here are the lyrics to the two holiday songs we sang: WE … Continue reading Thanks for the Holiday Potluck!
DJPC Holiday Potluck Social
DJPC HOLIDAY POTLUCK Saturday, December 1, 2012 6:30 – 9:00 PM at Gabriela, Jim and Lily’s 4969 Quitman Street Northwest Denver Bring your beverage and a dish to share EVERYONE WELCOME! * See all your DJPC friends! * Meet some new DJPC members! * Sing holiday songs with justice and peace lyrics! * Win the door … Continue reading DJPC Holiday Potluck Social
Check out DJPC in 2012 at a glance!
Congratulations, Rights Action!
The Denver Justice and Peace Committee presents The 2012 Global Justice & Peace Award to RIGHTS ACTION In recognition of your dedication to building a global community based on equality, justice and respect for the environment and all human rights. With all our hearts we thank you, admire you, and support your efforts to create … Continue reading Congratulations, Rights Action!
“The Conga Mine, Peru” report by Robert E. Moran, PhD
End Human Rights Abuse Committed by Newmont Mining Corp.
We, the undersigned citizens of Colorado, respectfully petition Newmont Mining Corporation, to review its contract with the private security agency known as FORZA at the Yanacocha mine in Cajamarca, Peru; and in light of this review, taking into account the mounting protest by the Peruvian people and the international community against FORZA’s abuse of human … Continue reading End Human Rights Abuse Committed by Newmont Mining Corp.
June Salon: “Honduras: A Case Study of the Global Shock Doctrine”
Margie Thompson and Maria Suarez Toro, of FIRE (Feminist International Radio Endeavour), will talk about what constitutes “the shock” with the repression in Honduras following the coup d’etat in June 2009 and continuing today. They will discuss the persecution of the popular resistance and social/political movements, and power grabs by conservative political forces and transnational … Continue reading June Salon: “Honduras: A Case Study of the Global Shock Doctrine”
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DJPC Build For Peace This Saturday!
It’s time for the Denver Justice and Peace Committee’s Biannual Build for Peace! Build for Peace is a work-a-thon (like a walk-a-thon or a marathon!). DJPC members who will be working as “builders” need your pledge of support for their work on October 15th. This year our “builders” will be painting and restoring a home … Continue reading DJPC Build For Peace This Saturday!
DJPC Wish List for 2011
At the beginning of this new year, DJPC has a few items on its Wish List already–in case you can help or donate: * a tall floor lamp (for the new office) * a desk top lamp (for the new office) * a hot/cold thermos for 20 cups or more (for Salons, meetings, potlucks) * … Continue reading DJPC Wish List for 2011