Events
This list includes PPU events as well as other events that PPU members and supporters are involved in. The inclusion of an event on the list does not imply that it is endorsed by the PPU.
If you are involved in organising other events that you think should be listed here please contact us at mail@ppu.org.uk. You might also be interested in the Network for Peace's more detailed list of events organised by groups concerned with peace.
Online Gathering with Nonviolent Facilitators in Lebanon
Sunday 26 April 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmJoin a small online gathering on Sunday 26 April, 6–7pm (UK time), to hear from several people in Lebanon affected by the current conflict.
International Conscientious Objectors' Day
Friday 15 May 2026Every year on May 15th we remember conscientious objectors, both past and present. Around the world many people are imprisoned or forced to flee their home countries for refusing to join the armed forces. On May 15th we stand in solidarity with them, as well as celebrating the memory of those throughout history who have resisted conscription.
Conscientious Objectors Day Commemoration - Manchester
Friday 15 May 2026 12:00 pmJoin a commemoration for International Conscientious Objectors' Day in the Peace Garden, Lincoln Square, Manchester, on 15 May at 12 noon.
Conscientious Objectors' Day Vigil - Wokingham
Friday 15 May 2026 12:30 pmJoin a short vigil in Wokingham on 15 May from 12.30 to 1.30pm to reflect on and remember those who have refused to take part in violence despite facing persecution or imprisonment.
National Ceremony - International Conscientious Objectors' Day - London
Friday 15 May 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmPlease join us in Tavistock Square for speeches and music in front of the conscientious objectors' memorial stone. At a time of escalating war and militarism worldwide, the ceremony will pay tribute to all those who are refusing to fight.
Conscientious Objectors' Day - Leicester
Friday 15 May 2026 6:00 pmJoin Leicester CND and others on Friday 15 May at 6pm on Victoria Park for a gathering to mark Conscientious Objectors Day at the CO Marker Stone.
PPU Conference & AGM 2026
Saturday 16 May 2026 10:30 am - 4:30 pmJoin us for an engaging day of discussion, talks, and socialising with other PPU members.
'Counting All Those Who Refuse to Fight' - Online Event
Sunday 17 May 2026 7:00 pmJoin an international online event on Sunday 17 May at 7pm (UK time) exploring the experiences of those who refuse to fight in war and how they can be supported.