Inter­na­tio­nal Support of Conscien­tious Objec­tors and Deserters

Two days to go until the International Day of Conscientious Objection

A colourful variety on our YouTube channel Refuse to Kill

(13.05.2020) Connection e.V. and War Resisters’ International had called for videos to be sent to May 15, 2020, the International Day of Conscientious Objection. These will be made public on May 15 from 8:00 a.m. on the YouTube channel Refuse to Kill (www.youtube.com/channel/UC0WZGT6i5HO14oLAug2n0Nw). "The contributions from all over the world are varied and colorful," said Igor Seke for War Resisters’ International. Rudi Friedrich from the German based organization Connection e.V. added: “This year, with the International Day of Conscientious Objection, we particularly draw attention to those who have to leave their countries of origin due to forced recruitment and who are looking for protection in other countries."

Take Action: Celebrating International Conscientious Objection Day in times of Covid-19

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(30.03.2020) Dear all, we are facing worrying and unusual times these days. We are considering ways to celebrate International Conscientious Objection Day on 15th May 2020. War Resisters’ International and Connection e.V. are working together on an idea.

War Resisters’ International and Connection e.V. have opened a YouTube channel. On the International Conscientious Objection Day, we would like to post as many personal contributions as possible. Take action and join us.

Rudi Friedrich, Germany: Do you know the International Day of Conscientious Objection?

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(15.03.2020) The International Day of Conscientious Objection has been celebrated annually on May 15 for almost 40 years. This day refers to all men and women who do not want to participate in war crimes. Rudi Friedrich gives some examples of activities in Germany in recent years.

EBCO in Peace House, Brussels: Spot on conscientious objection

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(16.05.2019) European Bureau of Conscientious Objection (EBCO) spot on conscientious objection to military service (http://ebco-beoc.org/)