Think
Globally, Act Locally Peace is more than the absence
of war between nations. Violence, injustice and environmental
degradation are plagues that undermine the quality of life
of the world's inhabitants every day and threaten humankind
and the planet with ultimate extinction. Working for peace
is a way of life that recognizes the value and sanctity of
all life and actively seeks ways for us to live in balance
and harmony with each other and the planet.. Working together
to create real peace for all is the most important goal for
humanity. By becoming a member of the Peace Resource Center,
you can join the community of people in San Diego working
for change.
What
is the Peace Resource Center? The PRC is a community
clearinghouse of information on peace and social justice issues
and activities. By promoting networking among peace-related
organizations, offering nonviolent alternatives to conflict
resolution and carrying on a program of peace education, we
provide an ongoing presence throughout San Diego County. Founded
in 1980 by six local organizations committed to peace, the
Peace Resource Center now has over 40 member organizations
and hundreds of individual and family members. It is guided
by the principles of nonviolence, tolerance, compassion and
respect for diversity. Membership is open to all individuals
and organizations concerned about peace with justice and the
need to live by these principles.
WHAT
DOES THE PEACE RESOURCE CENTER DO?
The Peace Resource Center works for peace by...
• educating the public on peace and social justice issues.
• facilitating communication among peace-related groups.
• functioning as a central clearinghouse for information about their efforts
and activities.
• publishing a bi-monthly Peace Calendar and Newsletter.
• consulting
on peace education, program planning and nonviolent conflict resolution.
• providing speakers, trainers and workshop on a variety of peace-related
topics, including
nonviolent methods.
• promoting dialogue and understanding of the causes of violence and militarism
and
promoting ideas for constructive nonviolent actions and solutions.
• presenting programs on a variety of peace-related subjects.
Services
and Resources
The PRC Walk-In Center provides...
• a lending library with books, curriculum materials, periodicals and audiovisual
resources
• free literature
• research files on a broad variety of issues
• bumper stickers, buttons, books and other items for purchase
• information about materials available from other local, national and
international resources
What you can do!
Peace and social change depend on people working together—your active
participation is vital!
• Join the Peace Resource Center and become part of San Diego's peace community.
We
depend on membership support to meet our modest financial needs. (We also
welcome
organizational memberships.)
• Volunteer a few hours a month. PRC volunteers play an important role
by tabling at events,
assisting in the office, working on program committees, phoning from your
home and other
activities.
• Promote Peace. By promoting PRC activities and issues among your friends,
neighbors,
co-workers and other organizations, you can help us grow and help peace.
The Peace Resource Center of San Diego working for
peace, social justice and the environment since 1980...
For membership information, please write or call:
The Peace Resource Center of San Diego
3850 Westgate Place, San Diego, California 92105
Phone: (619) 263-9301 Fax: (619) 263-9345
Email: prcsandiego@igc.org
