Student Links: Article 9 and Peace Constitution

December 9, 2008 by Paul

Global Article 9 Declaration to Abolish War
Adopted by participants of the Global Article 9 Conference to Abolish War (May 4-6, 2008) and endorsed by Nobel Peace Laureates Mairead Maguire, Jody Williams, and by the Nobel Women's Peace Initiative.
To read all the outcome documents of the Conference, click here.
A report of the Conference is available here.

>> New: Global Article 9 Campaign Letter to the UN Security Council
This letter was sent to all Council members, as they were preparing to hold a debate on "strengthening collective security and armament regulation." The letter reiterated that Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution supplements Article 26 of the UN Charter and called on governments to regulate armament, reduce worldwide military spending and reallocate the world's limited resources to sustainable development and peace promotion.

Time for New Priorities: Global Call for Action on Military and Social Spending
As the world struggles to understand and react to the unfolding financial crisis, the International Peace Bureau has drawn up an important call for action on one of the most important elements in the world's economic system, which could make a huge impact on the fate of the world's poor: the military sector.

Global Voyage For A Nuclear-Free World - Peace Boat Hibakusha Project
Peace Boat has invited 100 Hibakusha (Atomic Bomb Survivors) of Hiroshima and Nagasaki to join its three-month global journey around the world to share their testimonies of the experience of the atomic bomb with people around the world.
The Global Article 9 Campaign support this project as Hibakusha not only act as peace and disarmament educators, raising awareness on the dangers of nuclear weapons and the human costs of war, but also forcefully add their voices to the call to abolish all nuclear weapons and create an alternative vision for peace and global stability that does not rely on force.

New Joint Global Article 9 and Disarmament for Development Campaigns Leaflet
The Global Article 9 Campaign to Abolish War and IPB's Sustainable Disarmament for Sustainable Development Programme are both advocating a shift in resource allocation from the military to sustainable development and human security. Three years after their launch, the two campaigns are jointly seeking to develop a global network of organizations and institutions, which would work together towards the reallocation of resources spent on the military.

Appeal to Ban Ki-Moon to Disarm to Combat Poverty
As part of Frères des Hommes’ campaign for "Disarmament to Combat Poverty", a public appeal was sent to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon, urging him to encourage governments to reduce and redirect 10% of their military expenditures and arms trade towards financing the Millennium Development Goals and promote global partnership for human security.

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Article 9 in other languages:
>>German: Weltweite Artikel-9-Kampagne zur Abschaffung des Krieges
>>Russian: Всемирная кампания по статье 9, в интересах запрещения войн

9条世界会議へ向けて『9条グッズ』が完成!! new!

2008年の「9条世界会議」に向けて、9条グッズが登場！虹色の「9」が印象的な、缶バッチやポストカードなど。カラフルなデザインは必見です！

新刊発表!!『戦争のない世界へ—5大陸20人が語り尽くす憲法9条』

憲法9条やその理念を世界へと広めよう——そんな、グローバル9条キャンペーンの活動を、体現するような1冊が、かもがわ出版より発刊されました。いまなら9条キャンペーン特別価格で販売中です！

『9条世界会議』　2008年5月幕張メッセにて開催決定!!

日本全国そして世界各地から、9条の世界化をめざす１万人が幕張メッセに集結。9条にまつわる「世界最大」の祭典、『9条世界会議』を2008年5月開催します!!

9条がスキです! 9条を応援します!——サポート署名募集中
私たちに「平和な社会に生きる権利」を約束した憲法9条が、変えられてしまうかもしれない!? そんな事態に対して、9条を応援するサポート署名を募集しています。日本からだけでなく、世界から9条へのアツいメッセージが集まっています。アナタもぜひご参加ください！

2005年8月15日、世界各地の新聞に「9条」を掲載しました
日本が戦争を止め、平和への道を歩み始めてから60年を迎えた日に、世界各地の新聞に「9条」を掲載しました。

世界各地の新聞で「9条」を宣伝する、という一大企画。この企画への賛同金を募集しています。ご協力頂ける方は、下記までお願いします。
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	organizers 日本語 What Why Who News Listen Help Links PNW (UK) "Culture Is Peace" Peace Not War Japan (PNWJ) is a Tokyo-based volunteer collective, working to raise awareness of issues relating to peace, war and non-violent solutions to conflict. Started in 2004 and associated with the UK organisation Peace Not War, PNWJ brings together conscious musicians, artists and other Japanese groups or organisations that work for peace and social justice, and is intended to benefit the grassroots peace movement with networks and donations. New volunteers are always welcomed (see here for more information). 'Peace Not War Japan' – CD now available This unique collection is the first compilation of contemporary Japanese peace music and gives Japan its own soundtrack for a place in the new global peace movement. Released in August 2006 on Dynastic Records, the music spans many genres and features well-known acts such as Soul Flower Union, Dry & Heavy, Captain Funk and Ryukyu Underground alongside independent musicians from across the country. The CD is available online from Amazon.co.jp, TowerRecords.co.jp, and HMV.co.jp, plus many other participating stores (Tower Records, HMV, Tsutaya, Wave, etc – see News page for full list). Sample clips from the collection can be heard here. Described by Metropolis magazine as ‘a diverse introduction to the contemporary Japanese music scene that simultaneously satisfies your ears and conscience’, the CD also has a charity dimension. Proceeds raised from CD sales will go to Japanese peace groups, with an emphasis on the grassroots and/or underfunded, therefore helping the new Japanese peace movement to grow. ‘…rather than being a rare example (in Japan) of a charity album, this is actually something even more radical – a protest album.’ (Japan Times) Feed your head and be part of a new wave – ‘Peace Not War Japan’. OTHER JAPAN PEACE LINKS Asian Peace Alliance Japan Network of individuals and groups involved with the work of building peace amongst Asian countries. (Japanese only) BeGood Cafe Media site aimed at providing information with a positive outlook in order to help create a world free of war and poverty. (Japanese only) Network Against the Politics of National Symbols Multi-national, multilingual network established to discuss the issues of the Hinomaru-Kimigayo legislation, nationalism, and national symbols. Network Against the Politics of National Symbols Multi-national, multilingual network established to discuss the issues of the Hinomaru-Kimigayo legislation, nationalism, and national symbols. Network Against the Politics of National Symbols Multi-national, multilingual network established to discuss the issues of the Hinomaru-Kimigayo legislation, nationalism, and national symbols. BOOMERANG NET Japanese youth NGO that aims to help make sustainable society a reality while aiming to reduce environmental destruction, constant war, and widening wealth disparities. (Limited English content) Operation Peace Crane Grassroots project offering downloads of origami peace cranes with military camouflage patterns in order to encourage awareness of the global military complex, and our complicity therein. Peace Depot Nonprofit organization whose major programs include nuclear disarmament, regional security in the Asia-Pacific, research on U.S. forces in Japan, training NGO activists and researchers, and launching various emergency projects. PEPOP (Peace Portal Program) Gateway to wide variety of information on peace-related issues. (Japanese only) People for Social Change Encourages the actualization of social change by facilitating forums for skills development, networking events, and projects aimed at linking people to social change programs. Solidarity Among the Asian Youth for Peace Project (Say Peace Project) Project established in 2003 for young people to come together around the issues of youth, Asia and peace. (Japanese only) “Uniting for Peace” Blog Collection of articles relating mostly to issues of political candidates who are working for peace. (Japanese only) “Uniting for Peace” Blog #2 Includes information similar to the first blog, plus additional information regarding current events of interest. (Japanese only) “Weaving Peace” Blog Includes postings from a mailing list of the same name regarding a variety of issues relating to peace. (Japanese only) Yumi Kikuchi’s Blog and Podcast News and podcasts on a variety of peace and environmental issues compiled by Yumi Kikuchi from the Harmonics Life Center in Kamogawa, Chiba. ZENKO - National Assembly for Peace and Democracy International site working on issues of labor and globalization, with a focus on ending the war in Iraq and providing news about how ordinary Iraqi citizens are affected by the war. (Primarily Japanese; some English links) Arts and Culture Antiwar Musicians’ Site Group of musicians coming together to speak out against war and on behalf of peace. Includes an opinion statement for concerned artists to sign, as well as logo downloads and links to other sites of interest. (Japanese only) Artists Without Borders Nonprofit, international humanitarian organisation whose objective is to provide relief to victims of war while promoting the work of talented artists. Kids’ Earth Fund Non-profit organisation that works worldwide to promote peace and environmental conservation through the medium of children's art, as well as raise funds for children throughout the world who suffer from the results of war, poverty and environmental contamination. Musicians Without Borders Organisation of peace-minded musicians creating community together. (Japanese only) No Nukes Gig (NNG) Official site for concert put on every September in Tokyo’s Setagaya ward by volunteers in order to raise awareness about nuclear issues. (Japanese only) Parties 4 Peace Non-profit event production company that creates parties to promote international understanding and peace through music and dance. September Concert Series of free concerts held around the world every year on September 11 to bring communities together, celebrate life and our universal humanity, and reaffirm hopes for peace. SIGLO’s Movie Produces, distributes and introduces documentary films on such topics as peace, war, human rights, discrimination, social welfare, the environment, development, ethnicity, historical issues, etc. The Voice of Silence Homepage of Koichi Hanafusa, an anti-war freelance journalist and photographer, who compiles information on music, images, articles and more. Women Walking Tall Project Group of women who walk on stilts to bring awareness of the need for women’s empowerment, and who work for the prevention of violence against women and children. (English text describing group’s work in Okinawa) Environment Artist Power (AP) Bank Nonprofit bank established in 2001 by Ryuichi Sakamoto and other artists who are interested in issues of natural energy and the environment. (Japanese only) A SEED Japan (Action for Solidarity, Equality, and Environment and Development) Japan-based international youth environmental organisation whose members take action to change the present pattern of mass production, consumption and waste, as well as to help eliminate the gaps between regions, generations, and the global north/south. Atelier for Development and the Future NGO working to create various networks aimed at encouraging policies and projects that promote future development in line with learned wisdom from the past. (Limited English) Bank of the Future Nonprofit, nongovernmental citizen group that invests funds in exclusively non-military related areas, and provides low-interest (3% annual) loans for individuals who purchase environmentally friendly products and are involved in environmentally friendly activities. (Japanese only) Earth Day Japan Site providing information about events taking place around Japan in celebration of Earth Day each year on April 22nd. (Japanese only) Gaia Symphony Film series by director Jin Tatsumura about individuals with insightful messages for the future of the Earth in the 21st century, each one of whom is helping to create a beautiful future for the planet. Greenpeace Japan Japan branch of international NGO that spearheads various campaigns for environmental protection and related issues. Japan Environment Association (JEA) Organisation striving toward the formation of environmentally-sound lifestyles by providing environmental education materials, promoting ecological products, etc. Julay Ladakh Tokyo-based NGO focused on supporting sustainable and eco-friendly development in the region of Ladakh, located in the Indian Himalayas. Network Earth Village Worldwide network of people working together to help resolve current world problems such as starvation, poverty, wars, environmental degradation, etc. from their root common causes. The Sloth Club Organisation established to help protect and restore rainforests in various parts of the world, as well as promote a cultural movement around the principles of the “slow life” and ecologically/socially conscientious business. (Japanese, English, Spanish) Solarnet Aims to encourage sustainable societies by providing support for people to lead their lives in harmony with nature’s cycles. (Japanese only) SOMNEED (Society for Mutual Aid, Networking, Environment, Education & Development) Organization encouraging international cooperation by planting trees in order to build self-reliant communities through forest regeneration. Events Japan United for a Ministry of Peace (JUMP) Japan-branch of a global citizen movement aimed at creating sustainable peace by establishing a Ministry for Peace. This is a governmental institution that is based upon fundamental human rights, as well as the Culture of Peace as advocated by the U.N. since 1999. Peace Day Japan Aims to inspire a movement around International Peace Day (held annually on September 21st) in order to create a more peaceful, just and sustainable world. Tokyo Peace Film Festival Annual film festival featuring works related to peace and social justice. (Japanese only) World Youth Peace Summit UN-affiliated youth organisation working to establish youth networks and projects across borders in areas such as IT, education, culture and the arts. (Japanese only) Media Citizens' Nuclear Information Center (CNIC) Independent anti-nuclear organisation dedicated to securing a safe, nuclear-free world through information campaigns on all aspects of nuclear power. DAYS JAPAN Photojournalism publication that aims to monitor power, carry out investigative reporting, and publish/ distribute distinguished documentary photographs that tackle a variety of complex topics. Democracy now! JAPAN Japanese version of an independent, nonprofit news network that is broadcast on 500 stations in North America and provides an alternative viewpoint not heard via major media channels. (Japanese only) Disarmament Research Institute Nonpartisan organisation that puts together the “Disarmament Review” publication focusing upon domestic and international news relating to the matter of arms reduction. (Japanese only) Gyaku Non-profit media project composed of a small number of people with the common desire to present alternative perspectives on Japan and on the world. Japan Visual Journalist Association Association working to spread coverage of world events as they actually occur, as well as protect the rights and safety of photo and video journalists in practicing their craft. (Japanese only) Magazine 9 Website providing information and a forum to discuss various issues with regard to Japan’s Constitutional Article 9 (includes interviews with individuals who are active in Japan’s peace movement). Peoples Plan Japonesia (Japonesia Review) Bi-annual progressive English-language periodical published by the People's Plan Study Group (PPSG) providing up-to-date information on the contemporary Japanese political situation in the context of resurging nationalism and militarism. Sh_kan Kiny_bi (Weekly Friday) Publication aiming to report events as they actually occur, together with the input of its readers. (Japanese only) What Happens Before War? (Ribbon Project) Ａ book that illustrates a prewar scenario based on the war-contingency legislation and other related laws recently enacted by the Japanese Diet. Pacific Asia Resource Center (PARC) Nongovernmental organisation working toward the principle of building alternative societies built upon fairness and sustainability. Also runs the Freedom School, which offers a variety of courses from social issues to language to the arts. Tokyo Progressive Site featuring articles and links to other sites with information on a variety of social issues from a progressive viewpoint. Research Center for the Study of Peace and Reconciliation Conducts social scientific research on peace and reconciliation, as well as conflicts, violence, memory and expression. Also explores ways to contribute practically to peace-building. Meiji University Institute for Disarmament and Peace Studies Conducts research on various issues related to disarmament and international peace initiatives. (Japanese only) The Peace Studies Association of Japan Carries out scientific research on the causes of strife and conditions for peace with regard to conflicts between nations, and contributes to academic progress in related fields of study. People's Plan Study Group Network of social movement activists and action- committed intellectuals that aims to search for alternative, grassroots- level social, economic, and cultural systems that will eventually overtake global capitalism. Volunteering NICE Nonprofit, nongovernmental organisation working to establish work camps and other voluntary projects in Japan and East Asia.