The Lawrence Coalition for Peace and Justice is dedicated to the propositions that violence begets more violence, that the forms of violence are social and economic as well as physical, and that the human spirit can reach its highest potential only in an atmosphere of peace, mutual respect, and generosity. (read more)

Peace Workshop/Convergence

Posted February 27th, 2010 by Anonymous

Please join diverse members of our community at a gathering sponsored by the Oread Friends Meeting to consider how we can work together to raise local consciousness and build on our strengths for a more just and peaceful Lawrence and, thereby, a more just and peaceful world.
Our focus will be on listening to one another and on community activism and organization.
We will consider such issues as Healthcare, Homelessness, Educational Cuts, Environmental Degradation, and Peacemaking.

February 2010 Monitor

Posted February 10th, 2010 by adminlcpj

The online version of the February 2010 Monitor, the official newsletter of the LCPJ, is available by clicking here (or by clicking on the "Newsletters" link under the "More about the LCPJ" heading to the right)

Lawrence Coalition announces open nominations for the 2010 Tom and Anne Moore Peace and Justice Award

Posted January 31st, 2010 by cbsmith91

Lawrence Coalition announces open nominations for the 2010 Tom and Anne Moore Peace and Justice Award.
The Lawrence Coalition for Peace & Justice has opened nominations for the 2010 Tom and Anne Moore Peace & Justice Award. The purpose of the award program is to promote peace and justice efforts in the local community and to recognize individuals or organizations who exemplify the goals of peace and justice though their practical and constructive work locally, nationally, or internationally.

Tom and Anne Moore Peace and Justice Award Winners

Posted April 20th, 2009 by cbsmith91

This year we honor Rebecca Woodman and the KU Peace and Conflict Studies Program.

Rebecca Woodman
A lifelong Kansas and a citizen of Lawrence since 1998, Rebecca Woodman has dedicated herself to the abolition of the death penalty in Kansas. Now a capital appellate defender, Rebecca Woodman has worked since 1990 to defend indigents on appeal from criminal convictions so that every individual receives the fair trial he or she is entitled to under our state and federal constitutions.

On-Going Activities – Meetings, Protests And Vigils

Posted October 10th, 2007 by cbsmith91

Sundays…
Grandparents Kinship Support Meeting. 4 – 5:30 pm Redeemer Lutheran Church, 27—N. Lawrence Ave. Meets every 1st Sunday.
Mondays
Women’s Support Group: 7 pm. United Way Building, 2518 Ridge Court. For those who have experienced sexual violence in their lives. please call GaDuGi SafeCenter, 785-843-8985
Tuesdays
The Coalition for Homeless Concerns: 3 pm, Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont Meets every second Tuesday
Wednesdays…

GI Rights Hotline 877-447-4487

Posted August 6th, 2007 by cbsmith91

The GI Rights Hotline is answered by a coalition of nonprofit,
non-governmental organizations who provide information to
members of the military about discharges, grievance and
complaint procedures, and other civil rights.
Whether you are in the Army, Navy, Air Force or Marines,
they can help with military discharges,
such as:
Delayed Entry Program (DEP)
Hardship
Conscientious Objection
Entry Level Separation
Don't Ask, Don't Tell
Medical
Psychological
Voice 877-447-4487
Web http://www.girightshotline.org