Downloads related to "Causes And Costs Of War"
Sri Lanka human rights: MAPW writes to PM
This letter from MAPW President Dr Bill Williams to Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, congratulates the Australian Senate on its recent resolution regarding the investigation of alleged human rights abuses during the final stages of Sri Lanka's civil war in 2009. Other requests made to the Government in the letter included requesting the United Nations to consider prosecuting the Sri Lankan State forces for committing war crimes; and the removal of the suspension on processing of Sri Lankan asylum seekers.
MAPW Afghanistan Discussion Paper, June 2010
In "What other response might we have to the 9/11 attacks? A review of the Afghanistan war, 2001-2010", psychiatrist and MAPW member Dr Peter Wigg considers the history, human and monetary costs of the Afghanistan war; Australia's stated and real reasons for participation; and what our choices are for the future. 10 page document.
Vision 2030 : an alternative approach to Australian security. MAPW 2010
Vision 2030: An Alternative Approach to Australian Security.Foreword by the Rt Hon Malcolm Fraser. MAPW 2010 publication which examines the 2009 defence white paper “Defending Australia in the Asia Pacific Century: Force 2030”, and calls for debate on Australia’s military expenditure and policies. It questions the value of spending on military rather than development projects and challenges the White Paper’s proposals for major weapons acquisitions.
MAPW Media release: Launch of "Vision 2030". May 2010
Media release with details of launch of MAPW's Vision 2030; on Monday 24 May 2010: a new publication discussing Australia's defence strategies and spending
MAPW media alert May 2010: Launch of Vision 2030
Media Alert for launch 10am Monday 24 May 2010, of new MAPW booklet on Australia's defence spending and strategies. (Media release and document will be uploaded Monday).
Consequences of Nuclear Weapon Use: Poster May 2010
Poster for public lecture by Dr Bill Williams (MAPW President) on the health effects of nuclear war as part of a 6 part public lecture series, "What would Einstein say ?" presented by the South Australian Youth UNi Association. Wednesday 19 May 2010.
Goya exhibition, "The disasters of war": Flyer for MAPW April 2010
Invitation for MAPW fundraising evening at the exhibition of the original print series of Goya’s The Disasters of War. These extraordinary prints depict the reality of war. 20 April 2010 at Rex Irwin Art Dealer, Woolahra, NSW.
Doctors call for inquiry into Australia's war on Iraq
The Medical Association for Prevention of War has supported calls for an independent inquiry into Australia’s involvement in the Iraq War. Media release issued on 4 February 2010.
Barwon MAPW 'Global health and war' flyer
Flyer for Barwon MAPW 'Global health and war' meeting.
MAPW letter to Minister for Foreign Affairs 'Re: Goldstone Report and alleged crimes in Gaza war', December 2009
MAPW President Dr Bill Williams' letter to Hon Stephen Smith, MP expressing concern and seeking further information on Australia's recent vote at the UNi on the adoption of the Goldstone Report.
MAPW letter to Minister of Defence : 'Australian troops in Afghanistan', November 2009
Letter from MAPW President Dr Bill Williams to Australian Minister for Defence Senator John Faulkner congratulating the Minister for not committing additional Australian troops to Afghanistan. The letter outlines the costs of the war in terms of human security and gives MAPW suggestions for building towards a consensus for regional peace in Afghanistan.
MAPW letter to ACT Chief Minister Mr John Stanhope, 2009
Letter from MAPW Immediate Past President Dr Sue Wareham to ACT Chief Minister Mr John Stanhope regarding the ACT Minister's Award of Excellence for services to people with a disability awarded to Raytheon Australia, a major weapons manufacturer.
Parliament of World Religions 2009: peace and conflict resolution sessions- Flyer
Flyer outlining program highlights for peace and conflict resolution at the Parliament of World Religions, Melbourne 3-9 December 2009. The Parliament of the World’s Religions is the world’s largest global interreligious event, held once every five years in a different city. The theme of the 2009 Parliament is 'Make a World of Difference: Hearing each other, Healing the earth' . The Parliament includes over 500 activities.
MAPW letter to Minister: Sri Lankan Refugees - October 2009
October 26 2009: Letter from MAPW President Dr Bill Williams to Australia's Minister for Immigration Senator Chris Evans, concerning the humanitarian crisis in Sri Lanka; the world-wide increase in people seeking asylum; and the need for Australia to address the arrival of refugees in a humanitarian fashion, and in line with international human rights standards.
Flyer: MAPW Victorian AGM and dinner - 10 November 2009
Flyer for MAPW Victorian AGM and dinner:Tuesday 10 November 2009 at Goshen Restaurant, 189 Smith Street Fitzroy. Guest speaker Jeff Sparrow, author of "Killing: misadventures in violence".
The Trial of Adolf Eichman: Flyer for play, October 2009
Flyer for ICANi benefit at the play "The Trial of Adolf Eichmann" at the matinee performance 2pm on 25 October 2009 in Northcote (Melbourne). The play considers what leads people to make ethical - or unethical - choices. (Flyer prints two-up on A4)
World March for Peace & Non-violence - Melbourne
This world-wide event will be celebrating its Melbourne arrival with a festive event with the honour of MAPW President Bill Williams speaking, amongst other fine speakers.
Musicians include the Choir of Hope and Inspiration (formerly, Hard Knocks).
- When: Satuday 3 october, 2pm - 4pm
- Where: Carlton Piazza (Argyle Square, Lygon St), Carlton.
Please refer to the "Events" section for more details.
Neuroscience and social change: are we rational beings? Prof Fred Mendelsohn, 2009
Neuroscience and social change: are we rational beings? was the title of the talk given by Professor Fred Mendelsohn AO, at the MAPW Annual National Council dinner on 20 August 2009. Professor Mendelsohn discussed the complexity of the human brain; the contrast between our extraordinary scientific achievements and our stupidity in wars; the role of empathy and of emotion; and implications of our understanding of the human brain for our campaign for the abolition of nuclear weapons.
Bob Brown - winner of the 2009 Australian Peace Prize
Senator Bob Brown has been awarded the 2009 Australian Peace Prize for his lifelong commitment to peace, non-violence and justice.
Who will stop nuclear next use? Flyer for forum 2009
20 September 2009 forum: Australia-Japan civil society cooperation for nuclear disarmament. Nautilus Institute, RMIT: supported by MAPW, ICANi, Japanese for Peace and the Australian Government. Please refer to the events page for further details.
