A conservative feminist line promoting women in combat often predominates, but good information is available. Veterans for Peace - With more than 70 local chapters nationwide, VFP articulates one of the most eloquent critiques of war, because they've been there. VFP works to promote reconciliation with the people of Vietnam through rebuilding projects, and engages in humanitarian efforts in Bosnia and elsewhere. They recently waged a successful Expose Military Lies campaign. Women's International League for Peace and Freedom - Promotes an annual peace budget to redirect money from the military to meet human, especially women's, needs.
Many local chapters work to demilitarize schools.
Part of IFOR, WRI's religious sister. The Preeminent network for peace researchers, especially at colleges and universities. Also a good location to help find money to fund violence prevention programs. Also connected with the squatters known as Homes not Jails. Local chapters are sprouting up everywhere.