In her new article for the National Catholic Reporter, Marie Dennis (Senior Director of Pax Christi International’s Catholic Nonviolence Initiative) writes on the possibility of sending to Gaza and the West Bank a large-scale, experienced, well-trained international force of unarmed civilian protectors, or UCP, who have proven that they can deter violence, accompany hostages, protect the delivery of humanitarian assistance, protect homes, and assist the implementation of cease-fires.
The article highlights the crucial role of organizations like Pax Christi International and its Catholic Nonviolence Initiative in advocating for nonviolent solutions in this deeply militarized region.
Dive into this piece to understand the potential of nonviolent action in fostering peace and protecting vulnerable communities.
“But, when there is a cease-fire and a return of the hostages, who will enforce it? Many of us believe in the immorality of adding more weapons to a highly militarized region and are pleading for a turn to nonviolence.”
Read the full article here.
