The National Alternative Remembrance Ceremony takes place every year in front of the memorial stone for conscientious objectors in Tavistock Square in Blomsbury. We will observe two minutes’ silence and white poppy wreaths will be laid on the memorial in memory of all victims of war.

With speakers including:

- Nadine Aranki - Palestinian researcher and co-curator of the touring exhibition, The Many Lives of Gaza.

- Marwan Darweish - British Palestinian scholar and activist, Associate Professor in peace Studies at Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations at Coventry University.

- Roger McKenzie - from CND, long time trade union and anti-racist campaigner, and international editor of the Morning Star newspaper.

- Jon Nott - from Campaign Against Arms Trade, former Vice-Chair of CND, previously served as General Secretary for Woodcraft Folk and Chief Executive of the Green Party

- Hosted by PPU member Kate Smurthwaite - feminist activist, comedian and star of the News at Kate video series.

The ceremony will also include a speech from a Palestinian campaigner involved in current nonviolent activism in Palestine. Details to be confirmed.

All welcome – no need to book.

When: November 10th, 2024 from 12:00 PM to  1:00 PM
Location; Tavistock Square
London, WC1H 9EX
United Kingdom