Re-Building the Anti-Nuclear Weapons Movement: A Powerful Gathering in Seattle
Over the course of two energizing days, more than two hundred activists, advocates, and community leaders gathered at Seattle’s historic First Baptist Church for our much-anticipated conference, Re-Building the Anti-Nuclear Weapons Movement Together. The event brought together a rich tapestry of voices—local and international—united by a shared commitment to nuclear disarmament and a safer world for all.
The conference served as a critical space for dialogue, education, and collective strategy-building. Three powerful panel discussions anchored the event:
Nuclear Flashpoints examined the escalating dangers of nuclear conflict amid global tensions.
Impacted Communities centered the lived experiences of those directly affected by nuclear weapons testing and production.
Nuclear Weapons Abolition Strategy focused on effective paths forward, from grassroots mobilization to policy advocacy.
Beyond the panels, attendees engaged in two rounds of breakout sessions, choosing from eight diverse and dynamic workshops. These sessions offered opportunities to dive deeper into issues such as youth organizing, Indigenous-led resistance, international law, and the intersection of climate justice and disarmament.
Nine Proposals Adopted to Guide Coalition’s Future
In a major milestone, conference attendees voted to adopt nine proposals that will guide the coalition’s strategic direction in the coming years. These proposals include several key structural changes—most notably:
Rebranding our coalition as the expanded Northwest Against Nuclear Weapons Coalition, reflecting our broader scope and renewed mission.
Establishing a newly elected steering committee to lead implementation and ensure our movement remains inclusive, focused, and action-driven.
These changes mark an exciting new chapter for the coalition and signal our collective commitment to long-term, strategic organizing.
Watch the Recordings
Catch up on any sessions you missed or revisit the conversations that moved you the most. Recordings are now available of Day One, Day Two, the Nuclear Flashpoints Panel, and the Impacted Communities Panel.
Take Action
The movement continues—and you can be a part of it. Use our WANW Organizing Toolkit to help spark local action in your community. Learn how to:
Talk to neighbors and allies about nuclear disarmament
Influence policymakers through targeted advocacy
Write effective op-eds and letters to the editor
Join Us in Building a Future Free of Nuclear Weapons
Apply to become a coalition member, intern, or volunteer!
https://www.wanwcoalition.org/become-a-member