ICAN Deutschland
ICAN Deutschland e.V. advocates for a world without nuclear weapons. Through educational work, advocacy, and international cooperation, the organization mobilizes for the abolition of nuclear weapons and supports survivors. Together, they strive for a safe future.
ICAN Deutschland e.V. - A Campaign for a World Without Nuclear Weapons
editMission and Values
editICAN Deutschland e.V. is part of the international campaign for the abolition of nuclear weapons (ICAN), which has been active since 2014. The main mission of ICAN is to engage the public and governments worldwide to support a treaty to ban nuclear weapons. In 2017, ICAN was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for these efforts.
Key Products and Services
edit- Educational Work: ICAN Deutschland organizes educational seminars for young people, workshops in schools, and develops understandable informational materials to raise awareness about the dangers of nuclear weapons[1][5].
- Advocacy and Lobbying: The organization works in coalition with many humanitarian, environmental, and human rights organizations to raise awareness and mobilize policymakers, diplomats, and military personnel for the abolition of nuclear weapons[1][2].
- Protests and Actions: ICAN Deutschland protests with action camps at the nuclear weapons base in Germany and organizes photo actions against nuclear armament[1].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW): ICAN advocates for the implementation and ratification of the TPNW, which was adopted by 122 UN member states and enters into force with 50 ratifications. The treaty aims for the abolition of nuclear weapons and also includes provisions to support communities affected by nuclear weapons testing and use[1][2][4].
- International Cooperation: ICAN collaborates with over 500 partner organizations in more than 100 countries to achieve the necessary global change[1][2].
- Support for Survivors: The organization supports the Hibakusha, the survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and advocates for their rights and their message of nuclear disarmament[5].
Current Initiatives
edit- Campaign Against Intermediate-Range Weapons: ICAN Deutschland is part of a campaign against the deployment of land-based US intermediate-range systems in Germany[5].
- International Conferences: The organization participates in international conferences such as the Meeting of States Parties (MSP) of the TPNW to discuss and plan concrete steps for the implementation of the treaty[4].
ICAN Deutschland e.V. is a key player in the global fight against nuclear weapons, striving for a world without these threatening weapons through education, advocacy, and international cooperation.