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Pacifism21.org

An idea whose time has come.
A project whose time has come.

Presentation by Marc Eliot Stein

Change is Happening Fast in 2015

  • Gay Marriage
  • Marijuana Legalization
  • Fighting Back Against Police Abuse
  • Fighting Back Against Sexual Abuse
  • New Kinds of Leaders: Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, Pope Francis

People Are Taking Control in 2015

  • Online Activism (MoveOn, Kickstarter, Twitter, WhiteHouse.org Petitions)
  • Edward Snowden
  • Ferguson, Missouri
  • Bill Cosby's Victims
  • Occupy Wall Street
  • Tea Party
  • Arab Spring

But ... one crucial piece is missing.

Where is Pacifism in 2015?

  • Why is the word so rarely used?
  • Why do so few people believe that a popular movement to reduce global militarism can succeed?
  • Why do the enormous practical benefits of a more peaceful planet get so little attention?

Rescue the word, rescue the idea.

  • By opening a vibrant public conversation about the meaning of the word "pacifism" we can call attention to the important ideas the word represents.

Peace is the Essential Ingredient.

War is toxic to progress on every critical issue:
  • Individual Privacy
  • Environment
  • Economy
  • Democracy and Free Press
  • Human Rights
  • Prevention of Slavery and Genocide

Introducing ... Pacifism21.org

  • A website and advocacy organization (501c3 non-profit).
  • Mission statement: "Some believe that pacifism was killed by the 20th Century. We will prove that it is essential for the 21st."

What Will Pacifism21.org Do?

Social Publishing

  • Blogs: breaking news, topic specialists
  • Deep integration with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
  • Fun, lively, visual content (daily comic strip, lists, infographics)

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Community and Connection

  • Forums and discussions
  • Polls and quizzes
  • Member profiles
  • Activist onboarding and mentoring
  • Essay contests, workshops, school outreach

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Journalism and Book Publishing

  • Investigations, research and data analysis
  • Book reviews
  • Interviews with authors, activists and relevant celebrities
  • Philosophy and history of pacifism
  • Original books and e-books

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Crowdfunding and Grants

  • Project-based social fundraising on Indiegogo
  • Grant opportunities (USIP, NEA, NEH, Carnegie, Friends)
  • Membership organization with small annual fees

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Conference and Meetups

  • Urban and regional meetups
  • Scheduled mentoring sessions for activists
  • Annual major conference!

Audience: A Strategy of Radical Inclusion

If different pacifists can't get along, who can?

  • Progressives/Liberals
  • Conservatives/Libertarians
  • Religious communities
  • Concerned citizens interested in related issues.
  • Teachers and students
  • Millennials
Pacifism21.org will be moderated to ensure a great, welcoming user experience for all.

Pacifism21 Needs a Great Team

  • Creative/editoral
  • Marketing and press relations
  • Fundraising
  • Technology and user experience design
  • Startup strategy and management

Peace is a Necessity

The conversation on Pacifism21.org will emphasize a serious sense of purpose, and will encourage dedication and connection.

What's next?

This project is in early discussion stages. We are currently showing this presentation to a few key people in search of advice, participation and financial support.

Contact: Marc Eliot Stein at marc.eliot.stein@gmail.com

Please help us get started with a donation of any amount!

Pacifism21.org An idea whose time has come. A project whose time has come. Presentation by Marc Eliot Stein