Oct 05, 2024 at 4:00pm ~ Oct 05, 2024 at 7:00pm As an NGO providing humanitarian aid in Palestine, the “Ceasefire Now” Action Executive Committee calls for an immediate ceasefire to protect civilians. On the day, a joint NGO statement will be issued at Jiunkaku, Zojoji Temple, followed by a report session and a candlelight vigil from 6:00 p.m.
to honor victims and pray for peace—both are open to all. People are also invited and encouraged nationwide to light a candle in solidarity with Gaza and share support on social media using the hashtag “Ceasefire Now.” Request to all participants: ・We are planning to use smartphone lights for the event.
We would appreciate it if you could bring one with you. ・For safety reasons, we plan to use LED lights instead of candles that use fire at the venue. There is no need to bring candles.
Organized by: “Ceasefire Now” Action Executive Committee (Save the Children Japan, Japan International Volunteer Center, PARCIC, Palestine Children’s Campaign, Peace Winds Japan, Peace Boat) Cooperation: Volunteer Appeal for Middle Eastern Researchers, NPO Children Without Borders Supported by: Japan Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace , Ayus Buddhist International Cooperation Network, National Christian Council in Japan (NCC) For more information, you can reach them by e-mailing: [email protected] or checking out their website here. Start: Oct 5th 2024 at 4:00pm End: Oct 5th 2024 at 7:00pm Zojoji Temple Jiunkaku 4-7-35 Shibakoen, M.
