In the News
DNR Seeking Public Comment On Proposed Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation Plan Guidance by May 28th
Submitted by volunteer on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 3:32pmThe Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced it is seeking public comment on its proposed Non-Metallic Mine Reclamation Plan Guidance.
The DNR created this guide to aid local and county governments and mine operators across the state in developing mine reclamation plans.
Opponents of Back 40 mining project welcome Aquila's withdrawal from two contested permits, however...
Submitted by volunteer on Sat, 05/15/2021 - 2:56pm
The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and environmental groups opposed to Aquila Resources' Back 40 mining project near the Menominee River welcomed news on May 11 that Aquila has determined (1) not to proceed with its appeal of the January 2021 decision by Administrative Law Judge Pulter to deny the Wetlands Permit previously issued for the Back 40 and (2) not to proceed with the contested case of the amended Part 632 Mining Permit for the Back 40 -- a projected open-pit sulfide mine for gold, zinc and other metals.* However, groups opposed to the project remain vigilant....
Summer internships available in Milwaukee with WAVE
Submitted by volunteer on Thu, 05/13/2021 - 1:15pm
Do you know any talented young people (ages 14-21), who are passionate about spreading peace and preventing gun violence? Please encourage them to apply for WAVE's 2021 (paid!) virtual summer youth peacebuilding and violence prevention internship in Milwaukee!
Rise Up! Protect the Water * News from the Treaty People Gathering in N Minnesota -
Submitted by volunteer on Wed, 05/12/2021 - 9:20am
Rise up. We rise together for treaties. We rise together for climate. We rise together for our water. We rise together for one another. As Enbridge builds Line 3 through Anishinaabe treaty land and the Mississippi Headwaters, we continue to stand strong in our resistance.
Peace poetry contest
Submitted by volunteer on Tue, 05/11/2021 - 8:22pm
Deadline for entries July 1, 2021. Poetry has a way of moving us past facts and immersing us into an experience. The Barbara Mandigo Kelly Peace Poetry Awards encourages poets to do just that. There are three age categories: Adult, Youth 13-18, and Youth 12 & Under.
The annual contest is open to people worldwide. Poems must be original, unpublished, and in English.
Interview with Don Timmerman of Casa Maria in Milwaukee from 2013
Submitted by volunteer on Mon, 05/10/2021 - 8:29am
WUWM 89.7fm Interview with Peacemaker Don Timmerman.....
Don Timmerman's mission as a peacemaker dates back to the 1960s.
Spread the News: MREA is Hiring!
Submitted by admin on Thu, 05/06/2021 - 2:43pmSpread the News: We're Hiring!
The MREA is looking for two talented individuals to join our team full-time in our Events Manager and Training Coordinator positions.
Do you know someone who is passionate about event planning and The Energy Fair? Or someone who is interested in adult education and renewable energy? Send these opportunities their way!
WIDOM is hiring - in Madison
Submitted by admin on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 10:59am
MOSES is the WISDOM organization based in Madison, WI. The mission of MOSES is to build collective power to dismantle the systems of mass incarceration and mass supervision and to eradicate the racial disparities in our community that contribute to them. MOSES is looking for a full-time Community Organizer.
