The Nuclear Free World Committee, formerly Peace Action of Central New York, works to fulfill a vision of a world free from the threat of war and nuclear weapons, where resources are directed to human and environmental needs. We are an affiliate of Peace Action, the nation’s largest grassroots peace and justice organization.
Back from the Brink
Stop Nuclear Disaster
Endorse the campaign as an individual and approach organizations you belong for their endorsement. To arrange for a presentation for your group, contact Diane at drswords@gmail.com, and put “Nuclear free” in the subject line.
Hiroshima/Nagasaki Remembrance Day
Remembering Hiroshima/Nagasaki Day Bombing 80 Days Later | Wed. August 6 | gather at 4:30 pm @ Art in the Atrium, 201 E. Washington St.
Click here to sign up to be in the NFW procession
learn more: Diane Swords drswords@gmail.com
WCNY Film Showings August 2025
We thank WCNY which will air 3 documentaries to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the nuclear attack on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, reminding us of the horrors of nuclear war and the moral obligation to work to eradicate nuclear weapons.
WCNY members can also stream any of these videos on demand at https://video.wcny.org/passport/learn-more/
Atomic People August 4th, 10:00 to 11:30 p.m. and August 9th, 9:00 to 10:30 p.m.
Atomic Cover Up August 6th from 10-10:30 p.m.
The Vow from Hiroshima Saturday, August 9th from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m.
A Different Approach is Needed for Survival in the Nuclear Age, by Lawrence Wittner (IPPNW)
With international tensions rising, the threat of nuclear harm is increasing, creating a rising need for strengthened international security.
Future Events
8/6 – Hiroshima Day
More events coming soon
Take Action
Support the UN Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. https://www.un.org/en/observances/nuclear-weapons-elimination-day.
Endorse Back from the Brink as an individual. Bring a presentation to your organization for consideration of endorsement. Read more here : https://preventnuclearwar.org/endorse/.
Join is in visits to legislators to request their endorsement.
Help publicize the release of the updated Doomsday Clock. Send this link to groups you are involved with. Tell them why you think we should pay attention.
Get Involved: contact the Nuclear Free World Committee by emailing Diane Swords at drswords@gmail.com, and put “Nuclear free” in the subject line.