Veterans For Peace
Veterans For Peace
Website: [1](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/)
Founded: 1985
Type: 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization
Headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri
Chapters: Over 120 chapters across the U.S. and internationally
Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Mission
Veterans For Peace (VFP) is a global organization of military veterans and allies dedicated to building a culture of peace by exposing the true costs of war and militarism. The organization draws on the personal experiences of veterans to raise public awareness and advocate for peaceful alternatives to war. VFP's mission includes:
- Educating the public about the full cost of war
- Resisting militarism and working to end current wars
- Healing the wounds of war and building a just and peaceful society
([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/who-we-are))
History
Founded in 1985 by 10 U.S. veterans in response to the global nuclear arms race and U.S. military interventions in Central America, VFP rapidly grew, reaching over 8,000 members during the buildup to the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003. The organization now includes veteran and associate members in every U.S. state and several countries, with over 120 chapters, including international chapters in Vietnam, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Ireland. VFP holds a permanent Non-Governmental Organization seat at the United Nations and is the first military veterans’ organization invited to be a member of the International Peace Bureau based in Geneva, Switzerland. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/pressroom))
Programs and Campaigns
Climate Crisis and Militarism
This project researches and communicates the connections between U.S. militarism and the climate crisis, aiming to mobilize veterans and the public to push for reductions in military greenhouse gas emissions and redirect tax dollars to address climate change. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
Deported Veterans Advocacy Project
Advocates for U.S. veterans who face deportation or have been deported, providing assistance and support through partnerships like the Unified Deported Veterans in Tijuana, Mexico. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
Golden Rule Peace Boat Project
Restores and sails the historic peace boat, the Golden Rule, originally launched in 1958 to protest nuclear testing. The project promotes nuclear disarmament and peace through educational voyages. ([vfpgoldenruleproject.org](https://vfpgoldenruleproject.org/))
Iraq Water Project
Addresses the destruction of Iraq's water infrastructure due to sanctions and war by providing clean water systems and raising awareness of the humanitarian impact of U.S. policies. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
Korea Peace Campaign
Works to end the Korean War officially and promote peace and reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula through education and advocacy. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
Save Our VA
Aims to protect and improve the Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system from privatization and ensure veterans receive quality care. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
Vietnam Agent Orange Relief & Responsibility Campaign
Seeks justice for Vietnamese victims of Agent Orange and advocates for U.S. responsibility in addressing the lasting effects of chemical warfare. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
Vietnam Full Disclosure Campaign
Challenges the official narrative of the Vietnam War by promoting truth-telling and commemorating the anti-war movement's history. ([veteransforpeace.org](https://www.veteransforpeace.org/our-work/vfp-national-projects))
