Peace Economy Project

🌟 Welcome Tanvi Raman to the Peace Economy Project! 🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Tanvi Raman, our newest fellow, to the PEP team! Tanvi is a recent graduate from Temple University with a strong background in Environmental Science and Math. Her passion lies in using mathematical techniques to address environmental challenges and exploring the intersection between climate change and humanitarian issues. For her fellowship project, Tanvi will be monitoring and mapping water pollution in St. Louis, Missouri, while addressing the structural inequities that disproportionately affect marginalized communities. She’ll also propose sustainable water management practices to drive meaningful change. We are excited to see the impact Tanvi’s work will have on environmental justice and sustainability. Please join us in welcoming her to the team! 👏🌍💧 #Welcome #Fellowship #EnvironmentalJustice #Sustainability #PeaceEconomyProject

Mark your calendars! On February 15, 2025, join us at Deaconess Foundation for a vigil to honor lives lost to gun violence and call for change. 💔 #ValentinesVigil #EndGunViolence

🌍 New Report: Defying Belief—Pursuing Provocative Strategies for Stable Peace and Security 🌿 Are missile defense systems truly safeguarding us, or are they amplifying instability and draining critical resources? 🤔 Our latest report, Defying Belief, takes a bold look at the flaws in missile defense strategies and makes the case for provocative, forward-thinking approaches to achieving lasting peace and security. Instead of fueling militarization, we explore pathways focused on diplomacy, demilitarization, and sustainable security frameworks. 💡 Key Insights Include: ✅ Why missile defense systems fail under real-world conditions. ✅ How arms races undermine global stability—and what we can do instead. ✅ Strategies for redirecting resources to human security and peacebuilding efforts. Let’s challenge outdated narratives and build a future grounded in cooperation, equity, and peace. ✌️ #DefyingBelief #PeaceAndSecurity #SustainableStrategies #Demilitarization #DiplomacyMatters #EndTheArmsRace https://lnkd.in/gSBvNu4D

💌 Join Us for the Valentine’s Day Vigil Against Gun Violence 💌 📅 Date: February 15, 2025 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM 📍 Location: Deaconess Foundation, St. Louis, MO This Valentine’s Day, let’s come together to honor lives lost to gun violence and demand lasting change. ❤️ The Peace Economy Project invites you to stand with us as we: 🕯️ Remember Victims – Share stories and honor lives lost. 🗣️ Advocate for Change – Call for stronger gun legislation and accountability. 🤝 Build Community – Connect with activists, leaders, and families to promote peace. Your voice matters. Your presence matters. Together, we can send a clear message that love and peace must prevail. 🌿✊ Let’s take action to protect our communities and create a safer future. 💕 #ValentinesDayVigil #EndGunViolence #PeaceEconomyProject #AdvocateForPeace #GunViolenceAwareness #CommunityAction

Peace Economy Project is hosting Valentine's Day Vigil Against Gun Violence. Make sure to attend it on February 15, 2025.

💔 Join Us for the Valentine’s Day Vigil Against Gun Violence 💔 📅 Date: February 15, 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM 📍 Location: Deaconess Foundation, St. Louis Gun violence continues to devastate families and communities across the country. This Valentine’s Day, we’re turning grief into action. The Peace Economy Project invites you to stand with us at the Valentine’s Day Vigil Against Gun Violence—a gathering to honor lives lost, support survivors, and demand meaningful reform. 🌹 ✨ What to Expect: • A candlelight vigil to honor victims and survivors 💐 • Valentines to lawmakers calling for stronger gun safety laws ✉️ • Community speakers sharing stories of resilience 💬 • Opportunities to connect, organize, and advocate for change 📢 Why Now? While St. Louis has seen a slight decrease in gun violence, other cities with stronger laws have experienced far greater declines. We must do more to create lasting solutions and safer neighborhoods. ❤️ Together, we can build a future rooted in peace, justice, and hope. Join us as we make our voices heard and push for stronger policies to end gun violence. Let’s honor lives and demand change—because love should always conquer violence. #ValentinesDayVigil #EndGunViolence #PeaceEconomyProject #LoveOverViolence #GunReformNow #CommunityAction

As the war in Ukraine drags on, calls for increased financial and military aid are growing louder. But is this really the path to peace—or does it risk deepening the conflict, straining global economies, and escalating global tensions? Our latest article argues that peace comes through diplomacy, not militarization. It’s time to redirect financial resources toward humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and meaningful peace talks. Read the full response here: https://lnkd.in/dt2HAj5F #PeaceThroughDiplomacy #UkraineWar #EndTheWar #GlobalPeace #SupportHumanity

🚨 Take Action: Oppose H.R. 9495 🚨 H.R. 9495 is a dangerous bill that threatens nonprofits’ ability to advocate for human rights, social justice, and peace. If passed, this legislation could silence critical voices working toward a more just world. What’s at Stake: ⚖️ Limits advocacy for social change 📢 Silences nonprofit organizations 💔 Undermines human rights efforts What You Can Do: 🖊️ Sign the Petition: https://chng.it/9qw8q4QZNh 📢 Spread the Word: Share this post and raise awareness! Let’s stand together to protect advocacy and defend human rights. We cannot allow this bill to pass! #StopHR9495 #DefendNonprofits #HumanRightsMatter #ProtectAdvocacy #PeaceEconomyProject

📝 Legislation Watch: H.R. 9495 Puts Nonprofits at Risk 🚨 Section 4 of H.R. 9495 threatens the future of nonprofit advocacy by allowing the government to terminate tax-exempt status based on vague accusations. This risks silencing social justice, environmental, and humanitarian organizations. 📢 We’re calling on all advocates, organizations, and concerned citizens to join our campaign. Stand with us against this dangerous precedent. 🔗 Learn how you can help: https://lnkd.in/eG_ejgSK #StopHR9495 #ProtectNonprofits #AdvocacyMatters

Missouri, like many states, is home to vibrant immigrant communities that contribute to our economy, culture, and social fabric. Militarizing immigration enforcement would devastate these communities and set a dangerous precedent for how power could be misused. Let’s stand together against policies that threaten our values and work toward solutions that reflect the ideals of fairness and justice. https://lnkd.in/g5KjbHwt #ImmigrationReform #HumanRights #GuestCommentary #KansasCityStar The Kansas City Star