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SUMMARY:Conscientious Objectors Day: It’s Your Right to Refuse to Fight
DESCRIPTION:Every year on May 15th we remember conscientious objectors\, both past and present. Around the world many people are imprisoned or forced to flee their home countries for refusing to join the armed forces. On May 15th we stand in solidarity with them\, as well as celebrating the memory of those throughout history who have resisted conscription. \nAcross the 2020s\, we have seen war rage in Europe and genocide take place in Palestine. Both acts of mass violence\, have seen the importance of conscientious objection raised once again\, as citizens refuse the turn to war. These brave people must be defended. \nIn Manchester\, on 15th May in Peace Gardens\, Lincoln Square\, M2 5AD\, we will be commemorating those who refuse to enlist in the armed forces by joining the international peace mobilisations. There will be readings and poems and speeches. \nAs in previous years we will have reflections. \nPlease let us know if you will bring your own reading. \nPlease also share this information widely and visit CO-Day.org to find out more about what is happening elsewhere.
URL:https://gmdcnd.org/event/conscientious-objectors-day-its-your-right-to-refuse-to-fight-3/
LOCATION:Lincoln Square Peace Garden\, Manchester\, M2 5HX\, United Kingdom
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