Side One of Weekly WIB Flyer

WOMEN IN BLACK

We stand in silence, because words alone cannot express the tragedy that wars and hatred bring.

We stand in black, mourning for lives broken or lost through violence in the United States, Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine/Israel, and in all wars.

We stand in witness to the suffering of victims of violence all over the world.

We stand in solidarity with people all over the world who struggle for justice and peace.

We stand convinced that the world's citizens can learn the difference between justice and vengeance, and can call world leaders into accountability to employ nonviolent means to resolve conflicts.

All Women are welcome to stand silently with us any Thursday, 5-6pm, at Westlake Park, wearing black/dark clothes. Men in support of Women in Black are welcome to leaflet or to stand beside the women’s vigil.

We stand for justice.

We stand for peace.

logo from New York Women in Black

adapted from Belgrade Women in Black

Seattle Women in Black is part of an international network of women standing in silent vigil, calling for peace, justice and non-violent solutions to conflict. Started in 1988 by Israeli/Palestinian women, it has spread to conflict areas all over the world. Each group is autonomous, but related to the others in the way women stand in silent vigil dressed in black.

For more information:  email seattlewomeninblack@gmail.com

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