Hope for the Holidays


Oh, there's no place like HOPE for the holidays! It is that time of year again (though shouldn't it always be the time for peace, love and goodwill towards women & men?) to get out and trump rampant commercialism with peace-minded, creative actions. Here are our suggestions on how to bring hope to your holidays...

Walk in Their Shoes
Have you seen the devastating John Hopkins report revealing that over 655,000 Iraqis have died since our invasion and the polls show that the overwhelming majority of Iraqis want us to leave? Over the past few months local groups from around the country have brought the Walk in Their Shoes actions to their neighborhoods, connecting with others in their community and educating each other on the real costs of war. See our Walk in Their Shoes page for more ideas.
Say No to War Toys
 Every holiday season manufactures prey on our children with pro-war propaganda disguised as innocent toys. Don’t let your child be a victim of G.I. Joe! As you’re out buying holiday gifts, make a point this year to show little ones that war is not game. Set an example for the children in your life and use the opportunity to teach them non-violence. Visit our Say No to War Toys page for some great pink ideas. Click here to hear some CODEPINK kids sing a special holiday carroll. Cute!
Peace Carrolling

Download the CODEPINK Songbook here!

You'll find some tried and true songs of protest, raging granny variations, new songs, and some chants of celebration- perfect for the holiday.
Give the Gift of Peace

Shop in the CODEPINK Store and buy sustainable gifts for friends and family through the Global Exchange online store.

We have beautiful new "HOPE" holiday cards for you to send to your family and friends- order today for quick delivery. Send our special E-Card to your friends and family too!
Read what Medea Benjamin finds hopeful about 2006!

Medea Benjamin reminds us, 2006 has given us many reasons to hope. Read her latest article: Let's Toast to Ten Good Things About 2006.