Think Outside the Bomb

Introduction

The threat of a nuclear holocaust is one of the most urgent challenges facing our generation. In recent years, the crises in Iran, Iraq, and North Korea have underscored the ongoing centrality of nuclear weapons in the global political order. Yet, the greatest power to lead the world toward nuclear disarmament rests with the political establishment of the United States, which maintains a stockpile of over 10,000 nuclear weapons and currently spends more money to develop new weapons of mass destruction than any other nation.

If the generations to come are to be free from the threat of nuclear war, disarmament should begin now – and the next generation of leaders must be the ones to demand it. The Think Outside the Bomb conferences are precisely about cultivating such a critical mass of young leadership.

Stopping the construction of new nuclear power plants, ending the exploitation inherently wrought by the nuclear fuel cycle, and achieving the demilitarization of our schools and communities are all intimately connected with the cause of nuclear disarmament. Nuclear weapons are not created in a vacuum. Nor will they be abolished in one.

In August 2005, nearly 60 young people from across the United States came together at a conference at the University of California, Santa Barbara, to form the "Think Outside the Bomb" national network. Now, we are prepared to broaden and deepen our efforts by holding three larger regional conferences in different parts of the US. We invite you to join us!

Fall 2006 Conferences

Santa Barbara, CA, October 20-22
New York City, November 4-5

Goals

It is our goal for participants to leave the gathering with the following:

A deepened understanding of nuclear issues;
Expanded connections to other young people working for social change;
A new set of practical hands-on skills to assist them in organizing for peace;
A well-stocked supply of organizing materials;
A sense of connection and investment as part of the Think Outside the Bomb national network.

Apply

Apply to attend the “Think Outside the Bomb” conference online, or pdf small download a form if you would prefer to mail it. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Steve Stormoen, Nuclear Age Peace Foundation Youth Empowerment Coordinator, by clicking here or calling (805) 965-3443.

Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
c/o Youth Empowerment Coordinator
PMB 121, 1187 Coast Village Rd., Suite 1
Santa Barbara, CA 93108