Women in Black -Meadville has been holding vigils for peace since 2004.
We presently gather at Diamond Park the first Saturday of the month from Noon until 1:00PM. All who oppose perpetual war are invited to join with us. You do not have to be a woman or wear black to participate.
Women in Black is part of an international movement that started in Israel/Palestine in 1988.
For information call (814) 572-4239 Email
wib_meadville@yahoo.com
White flags with gold stars represent Pennsylvania soldiers killed in the Iraq War since 2003.
Video: Women in Black contingent at Meadville Memorial Day Parade
We stand in silence, because words alone cannot express the tragedy that wars and hatred bring.
We stand in black, mourning for lives broken or lost through violence in the United States, Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine/Israel, and in all wars.
We stand in witness to the suffering of victims of violence all over the world.
We stand in solidarity with people all over the world who struggle for justice and peace.
We stand convinced that the world's citizens can learn the difference between justice and vengeance, and can call world leaders into accountability to employ nonviolent means for conflict resolution.
WE STAND FOR JUSTICE
WE STAND FOR PEACE
WOMEN IN BLACK
