11 September 2002 actions

The War Resisters' International Triennial Conference, which took place in Dublin/Ireland from 3-9 August 2002, invites groups and individuals to take action on 11 September, using the text below - alongside their own text - as a joint statement.

We have gathered here to commemorate the victims of the carnage of 11 September 2001 and of all the victims of the"war on terrorism".

As we mourn the loss of human life regardless of nationality, ethnic group, or belief, we express our conviction that no "terrorist" attack can be prevented by acts of war.

Whether committed by states or any other armed groups, war is always a crime against humanity.”

Please inform the WRI office if and what kind of activities you are planning for 11 September 2002. The WRI will try to provide information on what is happening in different parts of the world - but we need your input in order to be able to do so.

Kind regards,

Andreas Speck

War Resisters' International