Compañera Jane Covode, ¡Presente!? With much sorrow, we share the news of the passing of Jane Cavode, our friend and longtime DJPC activist, in April. Jane devoted herself to the cause of social, political, and environmental justice both at home in Denver and in her many experiences living and traveling in Latin America. Through her … Continue reading Compañera Jane Covode, ¡Presente!?
Cease Fire Now! Our statement on Gaza
Cease Fire Now! The Denver Justice and Peace Committee stands in solidarity with the people of Gaza against the siege and murder imposed by the government of Israel. On October 7th, Hamas committed crimes by killing and kidnapping more than 1200 Israelis, many of them civilians. We condemn this act, but it in no way … Continue reading Cease Fire Now! Our statement on Gaza
Medea Benjamin Speaks on the Ukraine War in Colorado
For further information, contact: Emerald Thomas I [email protected] I 970-672-6412 For immediate release March 20, 2023 Medea Benjamin Speaks on the Ukraine War When and Where: April 1, 3:30-5pm, Highlands United Methodist Church, Denver; April 2, 2-5pm, Unity of Boulder Church; April 3, 12:15-2pm, Ekeley Science Building, CU Boulder; April 3, 5-7pm, Avo’s Restaurant, Fort Collins; … Continue reading Medea Benjamin Speaks on the Ukraine War in Colorado
Berta Lives, the Struggle Continues. Seven Years of Impunity. #JusticiaParaBerta
This message was originally published by SOA Watch on March 2, 2023. Today marks 7 years since the assassination of visionary Indigenous and social movement leader Berta Cáceres. Berta was tenacious and unflinching in the face of powerful forces of oppression and destruction. She was deeply committed to solidarity and movement building. Her murder was condemned … Continue reading Berta Lives, the Struggle Continues. Seven Years of Impunity. #JusticiaParaBerta
¡Berta Vive! ¡La Lucha Sigue! Siete Años de Impunidad. #JusticiaParaBerta
Este mensaje fue publicado originalmente por el Observatorio de la Escuela de las Américas, el 2 de Marzodel 2023. Hoy se cumplen 7 años del asesinato de la visionaria líder indígena y del movimiento social Berta Cáceres. Berta fue tenaz e inquebrantable frente a las poderosas fuerzas de opresión y destrucción. Estaba profundamente comprometida con … Continue reading ¡Berta Vive! ¡La Lucha Sigue! Siete Años de Impunidad. #JusticiaParaBerta
You are invited to DJPC 43rd Annual Awards Night on Thursday, November 10th, 2022 at 6 pm.
Para leer esta invitación en español siga abajo. Dear community, We are honored to invite you to our 43rd Annual Awards Night Celebration. On Thursday, November 10, from 6-8pm, we will have the honor to hear directly from representatives of the Organización Fraternal Negra Hondureña (OFRANEH) a leading voice in Honduras for the self-determination and … Continue reading You are invited to DJPC 43rd Annual Awards Night on Thursday, November 10th, 2022 at 6 pm.
Global Justice and Peace Award 2022: Black Fraternal Organization of Honduras (OFRANEH)
The DJPC Board of Directors is honored to announce that the Organización Fraternal Negra Hondureña, OFRANEH will be receiving the 2022 Global Justice and Peace Award on November 10th 2022 at 6:00 p.m.in online event. Miriam Miranda, representative of Black Fraternal Organization of Honduras in her acceptance letter said: “We accept with joy and with … Continue reading Global Justice and Peace Award 2022: Black Fraternal Organization of Honduras (OFRANEH)
Solidarity with Honduras 13 years later
June 28, 2009 – June 28, 2022 Solidarity with Honduras 13 years later Another anniversary of the June 28, 2009 coup d’etat that changed Honduras forever is here. This year, on this date, the Honduras Solidarity Network of North America (HSN) not only reaffirms continuing solidarity with the Honduran social movements and opposition to the … Continue reading Solidarity with Honduras 13 years later
Solidaridad con Honduras 13 años después del golpe de estado.
28 de junio de 2009 – 28 de junio de 2022 Solidaridad con Honduras 13 años después Se cumple un nuevo aniversario del golpe de Estado del 28 de junio de 2009 que cambió a Honduras para siempre. Este año, en esta fecha, la Red de Solidaridad con Honduras de América del Norte (HSN) no … Continue reading Solidaridad con Honduras 13 años después del golpe de estado.
Nicaraguan feminists share their experiences and perspectives on the dictatorship in their country
Nicaraguan feminists share their experiences and perspectives on the dictatorship in their country Kathy Bougher, Collaborator with the Denver Justice and Peace Committee (DJPC) Recently I had the opportunity to speak with a group of Nicaraguan feminist human rights defenders, some of whom live in their country and others who have had to flee the country … Continue reading Nicaraguan feminists share their experiences and perspectives on the dictatorship in their country