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Schedule of Events:
2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs
From August 1 to August 10

August 1 (Mon.)
15:00- Registration (2F, Hotel Sunroute Hiroshima)
14:30 Visit to Hiroshima Peace Park and Peace Memorial Museum
(Meet at the Memorial Cenotaph in the Peace Park at 14:15)
19:00-20:30 Information meeting for overseas delegates (2F, Nissei Heiwa Koen Building)

August 2 (Tue.)
10:30-11:00 Visit to Hibakusha at Hiroshima Red Cross Hospital and Mutsumi-en Nursing Home
14:00-19:00 International Meeting: Opening & Plenary Sessions (Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall)

August 3 (Wed.)
09:30-12:30 International Meeting: Plenary Session (continued) (Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall)
14:30-18:00 International Meeting: Workshops (Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall and Aster Plaza)
20:00- Drafting Committee Meeting (2F, Hotel Sunroute Hiroshima)

August 4 (Thu.)
10:00-11:30 International Meeting: Closing Session (Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall)
11:00 Arrival of Peace Marchers at Peace Park
13:00-15:30 Opening Plenary, 2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs
(Green Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium)
18:00-19:00 Cocktail Party Welcoming Overseas Delegates (Ginga Room, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan
Hall)
16:30-19:00 International Youth Rally: "Let Us Get Rid of Nuclear Weapons!" in Hiroshima
(Small Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium)

August 5 (Fri.)
09:30-15:00 Workshops; Field trips (different venues in Hiroshima City; See page 8)
13:00-16:30 International Forum: Dialogue and Interaction between Government Representatives
and NGOs
Associated Event
18:00-20:00 No Nukes! Women's Forum 2005 (Green Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium)

August 6 (Sat.)
08:00-08:45 Hiroshima City Peace Memorial Ceremony (Hiroshima Peace Park)
10:30-13:00 60th Year Hiroshima Day Conference
(Green Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium)
19:30-20:30 Lantern Floating Ceremony (Motomachi Riverbank Park)
August 7 (Sun.)
Morning Move to Nagasaki
By chartered buses: 07:00 Departure from Hotel Sunroute (Bring luggage to the bus)
13:30 Arrival at A-Bomb Epicenter Park in Nagasaki
(Lunch & break on the way)
By train: JR Nozomi #1 09:52 Departure from Hiroshima - 10:58 arrival at Fukuoka
JR Kamome#15 11:22 Departure from Fukuoka - 13:31 arrival at Nagasaki
(Those who want to take a train are required to advise the secretariat in advance for
seat reservation, and pay the fare.)
Visit to the Epicenter Park (and the Nagasaki A-bomb Museum, if time permits)

15:00-18:00 Nagasaki Conference, 2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs
(Nagasaki Shimin Kaikan Gymnasium)
Part I: 15:00-16:00 Plenary Meeting; Part II: 16:15-18:00 Cultural Program

August 8 (Mon.)
09:30-15:00 Theme-Based meetings; Field Trips (different venues in Nagasaki City; See Page 12)
09:30-12:00 International Youth Rally: "Let Us Get Rid of Nuclear Weapons!" in Nagasaki
(Nagasaki Shimin Kaikan Gymnasium)
13:00-16:30 International Forum: Dialogue and Exchange between world NGOs and citizens
(Nakabe Hall, Nagasaki University)

August 9 (Tue.)
10:45-11:40 Nagasaki City Peace Memorial Ceremony (Nagasaki Peace Park)
10:30-13:00 60th Year Nagasaki Day Rally/Closing Plenary, 2005 World Conference against
A & H Bombs (Nagasaki Shimin Kaikan Gymnasium)
13:30-14:30 60th Year Nagasaki Day street signature campaign (Kuroganebashi Bridge)
18:00-20:30 Farewell Party (Hotel Saint Hill Nagasaki)

August 10 (Wed.)
Departure; Visit to local groups
Group flight booking from Fukuoka to Tokyo is available on request:
10:00 Departure from Minato Park to Fukuoka Airport by bus
13:10 JAL#1716 Departure from Fukuoka Airport
14:40 Arrival at Haneda (Tokyo) Airport

International Meeting:
2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs
August 2-4, Hiroshima

August 2 (Tue.) Hiroshima

Opening & Plenary Sessions 14:00 - 19:00 (Ginga, 3F, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall)

Opening Session: 14:00-15:10
Appointment of chairpersons
Introduction of overseas delegates
Address of the Organizer
Greetings from guests
Statements by Government representatives:
Ambassador Tan Seng Sung, Under Secretary to the Department of Multilateral Affairs,
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia
Ambassador Miguel Ruiz-Cabanas Izquierdo, Ambassador to Japan, United Mexican States
Mr. Mohamed Ezzeldine Abdel-Moneim, League of Arab States
Messages

Plenary Session I: 15:10-18:00 "Nuclear threat, rule of force and the abolition of nuclear
weapons"
Proposed Speakers:
Joseph Gerson, American Friends Service Committee, USA
Rae Street, Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, UK
Annie Frison, French Peace Movement
Susi Snyder, Women's International League for Peace and Freedom
Alyn Ware, IALANA/ Parliamentary Network for Nuclear Disarmament
Asai Motofumi, Hiroshima Peace Institute, Hiroshima City University, Japan
Questions and answers; Discussion; Break
Proposed Speakers:
George Friday, United for Peace and Justice, USA
Wang Changyong, Chinese People's Association for Peace and Disarmament
Phyllis Creighton, Science for Peace/ Canadian Network to Abolish Nuclear Weapons
N.D. Jayaprakash, Delhi Science Forum/Coalition for Nuclear Disarmament and Peace, India

Questions and answers; Discussion

Plenary Session II: 18:00-19:00 "International order of peace and Article 9 of the Japanese
Constitution"
Proposed Speakers:
Andrea LeBlanc, September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows, USA
Lee Jun Kyu, Civil Network for Peaceful Korea, Republic of Korea
Corazon Fabros, Nuclear-Free Philippines Coalition/ Pacific Concerns Resource Center
Ogata Yasuo, Member of the House of Councillors, Japan

Questions and answers; Discussion

August 3 (Wed.) Hiroshima

Plenary Sessions 09:30 - 12:30 (Ginga, 3F, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall)

Greeting by Akiba Tadatoshi, Mayor of Hiroshima City

Discussion: 09:45-10:30 Free discussion from the floor on Sub-Theme (1) and (2)

Plenary Session III: 10:30-12:30 "Solidarity with the Hibakusha of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and
with the nuclear victims across the world"
Proposed speakers:
Junko Kayashige, Hibakusha of Hiroshima
Okazaki Masahiko, Association of Hibakusha in North America
Choi Il Chul, Korean Atomic Bomb Casualty Association
Dennis Nelson, Nevada downwinder/Support and Education for Radiation Victims,USA
Lori Goodman, Dine CARE/ Navaho victim of uranium mining, USA
Milya Kavirova, AIGUL (Cheryabinsk nuclear victims organization), Russia
Hamletson Dohling, Anti-Uranium Mining Alliance/ Khasi Students Union, Meghalaya, India
Rokko Langinbelik/ Lemeyo Avon, Rongelap Atoll, Marshall Islands
Askerbek Yessim, International Antinuclear Movement "Nevada-Semipalatinsk"
Gediminas Rimdeika, Sapiega Hospital, Lithuania
Questions and answers; discussion; Lunch break

Workshops: 14:30-18:00 (3 Sub-themes)
Workshop 1: "Nuclear threat, rule of force and the abolition of nuclear weapons"
Venue: Ginga-A, 3F, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall
Workshop 2: "International order of peace and Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution"
Venue: Ginga-B, 3F, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall
Workshop 3: "Solidarity with the Hibakusha of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and with the
nuclear victims across the world" Venue: Aster Plaza

Drafting Committee Meeting: 20:00- (2F, Hotel Sunroute Hiroshima)

August 4 (Thu.) Hiroshima

Closing Session: 10:00-11:30 (Ginga, 3F, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Hall)
Reports from workshops
Report on the Scientists Meeting
Proposal and Adoption of the Declaration of the International Meeting

Procedure of the International Meeting
The meeting will be run by the chairpersons appointed and approved by the plenary meeting. Plenary Sessions I, II and III will have several introductory speeches, followed by questions & answers and discussion. Speakers asked to make an introductory report are requested to speak within 8 minutes. Other speakers taking floor are requested to limit his/her remark to 5 minutes. English-Japanese simultaneous interpretation will be provided at the meetings. All the statements and speech texts submitted to the Secretariat will be circulated to the participants and included in the official record of the 2005 World Conference.

Drafting Committee Meeting
All participating organizations are invited to send one representative to the Drafting Committee Meeting to be held from 20:00 on August 3 at Hotel Sunroute, to discuss the draft of the conference document for adoption at the Closing Session of the International Meeting on August 4.

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2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs - Hiroshima
August 4- 6, 2005

August 4 (Thu.) Hiroshima

Opening Plenary, 2005 World Conference against
A & H Bombs
13:00-15:30 (Green Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium)
Program:
Music
Opening declaration
Appointment of chairpersons
Introduction of government representatives and overseas delegates
Greetings by guest:
Tsuboi Sunao, Japan Confederation of A-and H-Bomb Sufferers' Organizations
(Nihon Hidankyo)
Address by the Organizer:
Anzai Ikuro, Organizing Committee, World Conference against A & H Bombs
Special reports:
Ambassador Tan Seng Sung, Under-Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia
Walid Ahmed Haggag, Embassy of Egypt in Japan
Peace movements of the world:
Mary Ellen McNish, American Friends Service Committee, USA
Pierre Villard, French Peace Movement
Sophie Bolt, Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, UK
Wang Changyong, Chinese People's Association for Peace and Disarmament
Jang Jaehyun, Green Korea United, ROK
Presentation of peace movements from across Japan
Peace marchers; Abolition signature campaign/NPT NY Action; Article 9 campaign;
Resistance to military bases; Support for the Hibakusha

International Youth Rally, August 4
"Let Us Get Rid of Nuclear Weapons!" in Hiroshima
16:30-19:00, Small Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium

August 5 (Fri.) Hiroshima

Workshops and Field Trips
09:30 - 15:00 (some workshops run with different time schedule)
* = workshop with translation service

1)* International Forum: Dialogue and Interaction between Government Representatives and NGOs (13:00-16:30)
This forum provides a place for dialogue and interaction for advancing the cooperation between national governments and NGOs, which was achieved in the lead-up period of the NPT Review Conference. Representatives of the governments of Non-Aligned Movement/ New Agenda Coalition and leaders of world anti-nuclear peace movements will join the discussion and answer the questions raised by Japanese grass-roots movement workers.
Venue: Ginga, Kosei Nenkin Kaikan, 3-3 Kakomachi, Naka-ku. Tel: 082-2438-8881

2)*Action and Cooperation for a Nuclear Weapon-Free, Peaceful and Just World
Focusing on the main theme of the World Conference, grass-roots actions from across Japan and from the world will be presented and reported for opinion and information exchange. The workshop will be held in three groups and in each of them, participants can learn from valuable experiences on nuclear-free community building, campaigns to defend the Constitution or anti-base struggles of different communities.
Group 1: Road Building, 2-9-5 Hikarimachi, Higashi-ku. Tel:082-264-1771
Group 2: Chutoku Kaikan, 3-57 Noboricho, Naka-ku. Tel:082-221-0518
Group 3: Ken Shakai Fukushi Kaikan, 12-2 Hijiyama-Honmachi, Minami-ku. Tel:082-254-3411

3)* Solidarity with Anti-Nuclear Peace Movements of the World
Dialogue and interaction between the grass-roots movements of Japan and all over the world will be held here. Based on the joint efforts through the NPT Review Conference, they are now working earnestly to expand and create their ties of world-wide solidarity.
Venue: Chugoku Shimbun Hall, 7-1 Dobashicho, Naka-ku. Tel:082-236-2455

4)* U.S. Policy on Asia and the Task of Abolishing Nuclear Weapons and Achieving Peace
How should we strengthen the current for nuclear weapons abolition and peace in Asia? Asia has been made a focal point of U.S. strategy of preemptive attacks. Discussion will be held with the participation of the representatives of peace movements from Korea, China, the Philippines, U.S. and other countries in Asia-Pacific region.
Venue: Esole Hiroshima, 11-6 Fujimicho, Naka-ku. Tel: 082-242-5252

5)* Building of a "War-Waging Nation"; Article 9 of the Constitution, Military Bases and Self-Defense Forces
What should be the role of Japan in establishing an international order of peace, rejecting the rule of force? Grass-roots actions to oppose the Constitutional revision, war-waging nation building and consolidation of military bases will be presented and discussed.
Venue: Kenko Fukushi Center, 6-29 Minamimachi, Minami-ku. Tel:082-254-5211

6)* Joint Efforts of Local Governments and Citizens for a Nuclear-Free and Peaceful Society
Local governments and citizens sharing the goal of protecting peace and safety of citizens will hold dialogue and information exchange over the issues of nuclear weapons, removal of military bases and others. Heads and officials of local governments working for peace and nuclear-free administration and spearheading the struggles to stop the military base consolidation are also invited.
Venue: YMCA International Hall, 7-11 Hacchobori, Naka-ku. Tel: 082-227-6816

7)* Exchange and Solidarity with the Hibakusha and Nuclear Victims
Joined by the Hibakusha of Hiroshima/Nagasaki and nuclear victims from different parts of the world, discussion will focus on the situations of damage and sufferings, and tasks the victims are facing to carry forward their struggle. Discussion also looks for a way of strengthening solidarity and developing joint effort for relief, compensation and justice for the Hibakusha and nuclear victims.
Venue: Aster Plaza Hall, 4-17 Kakomachi, Naka-ku. Tel: 082-244-8000

8) Expanding Culture of Peace and against Nuclear Weapons
Performers and participants in the movements for singing, theater, literature, music and other fields will rally in the workshop for creation and exchange.
Venue: Sakura Pia Small Hall, 1-11-1 Shimohera, Hatsukaichi City.Tel:0829-20-1266

9) Nuclear Power Plants; Nuclear Fuel Cycle and Abolition of Nuclear Weapons
Joined by expert scientists, participants will deepen understanding on the questions of peaceful use of nuclear energy and nuclear power plants, nuclear fuel reprocessing, nuclear proliferation and so on, and exchange their experiences in the movement.
Venue: Nissei Heiwa Koen Bldg. Conference Room, 3-25 Nakajimacho, Naka-ku. Tel:082-248-2616

10) Military Expenditure and Our Life
The workshop will analyze the reality of the growing military expenditure of the world and the activities of military industries; effects of Japan's annual 5 trillion-yen military expenditure on people's everyday life.
Venue: Chugoku Shimbun Bldg. Conference Room, 7-1 Dobashicho, Naka-ku. Tel:082-236-2455

11)* Youth Forum
Field Work (09:00-17:00):
Young people will visit the homes of Hibakusha and listen to their A-bomb experiences, followed by discussion in small groups on the role of youth for creating a nuclear weapon-free world.
Forum for Free Exchange (17:00-21:00):
The space will be open for a variety of programs and events planned by young participants themselves, including a flea market, exhibitions and dialogues. (in cooperation with the Preparatory Committee of the "World Youth Forum")
Venue: Small Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium, 4-1 Motomachi, Naka-ku. Tel: 082-228-1111

12) High School Students Forum
Together with overseas delegates and Hibakusha representatives, high-school students will discuss "Why are there wars?" and other issues of peace. (Program planned by National High School Students Peace Seminar)
Venue: Asakita-ku Kumin Bunka Center, 7-28-25 Kabe, Asakita-ku. Tel:082-814-0370

13) Beginners' Session on the Anti-A & H Bombs Movement
First-timers of the World Conference are invited to learn the history and update of the movement. Experts on the issues join the discussion on "Why were A-bombs dropped on Hiroshima/Nagasaki?", "World situation involving nuclear weapons", etc.
Venue: Seminar Room, Joho Plaza 2F, 3-7-4 Sendamachi, Naka-ku. Tel: 082-240-7700

"Moving Workshops" = Field Trips

14) On-site investigation on Kure & Iwakuni U.S. Bases (08:30-15:10)
In two groups from the land by bus and from the sea by boat, participants will observe the rapid transformation of the two bases under the ongoing U.S. base consolidation plan.
Course A: Start at Hiroshima Sta.
Course B: Start at Hiroshima Port

15) Visit to A-Bomb Architectures and Monuments (09:00-16:00)
Hibakusha will guide you through "That fateful day", visiting the places bearing the memories of the diseased. Move in two groups.
Course A: Meet at Miura Bldg, 2-22 Nakajimacho, Naka-ku.
Course B: Meet at Nakajima Elementary School, Kakomachi, Naka-ku.

16) On the A-Bomb Train
Participants will ride on the A-bombed streetcars still in service, and learn how the bomb affected the city and the people. It's a program for children and their parents/guardians.
Starting point: South Exit of Hiroshima Station; Meeting Venue: Judo Hall, Hiroshima Prefectural Gym

17) Children's Forum at Ninoshima (09:00-15:10)
Ninoshima is an islet 4km off coast of Hiroshima port, where over ten thousand A-bomb victims were carried to soon after the bombing for care and later for incineration. Children will learn the history of the island related to wars.
Starting point: Front gate of Hiroshima Port

Associated Event on August 5:
No Nukes! Women's Forum 2005
18:00-20:00, Green Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium

August 6 (Fri.) Hiroshima

08:00-08:45 Hiroshima City Peace Memorial Ceremony (Peace Park)

60th Year Hiroshima Day Conference
10:30 - 13:00 (Green Arena, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium)
Program:
Minute of silence
Special remarks:
Kaj Nordquist, Member of Parliament, Sweden
Greetings by overseas delegates
George Friday, United for Peace and Justice, USA
Delegate from India
Lori Goodman, Dine CARE/ Navaho victim of uranium mining, USA
Milya Kavirova, AIGUL (Cheryabinsk nuclear victims organization), Russia
Rokko Langinbelik/ Lemeyo Avon, Rongelap Atoll, Marshall Islands
60th Year Commemorative Program:
Piano performance
Hibakusha of Hiroshima
Hibakusha living abroad: Bonkohara Kunihiko, Hibakusha in Brasil
A-bombed doctor's testimony: Dr. Hida Shuntaro, Hibakusha Counseling Center, Nihon
Hidankyo
Solidarity messages:
Religious community representative
Nasu Masamiki, writer
Appeal from Hiroshima on the 60th Year since the Atomic Bombing
Finale: Song by Yokoi Kumiko; Saxophone by Nakagawa Miho; Chorus "Negai"

19:30-20:30 Lantern Floating Ceremony to Remember the A-Bomb victims
(Motomachi Riverbank Park, north of Aioi Bridge)

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2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs - Nagasaki
August 7 - 9, 2005

August 7 (Sun.) Nagasaki

Nagasaki Conference, 2005 World Conference
against A & H Bombs
15:00-18:00 (Nagasaki Shimin Kaikan Gymnasium)

Part I: Plenary Meeting (15:00 - 16:00)
Introduction of overseas delegates; Report by the organizer; Special remarks by Mayor of Nagasaki
Part II: Cultural Program (16:15 - 18:00)
Chorus & Talk "Journey for Peace": Narration by actress Hiiro Tomoe
Oka Shiro, Singer-Songwriter
Singing-Voice Chorus Group
Folklore by Uban-Gyacus
Okinawan children's lion dance

August 8 (Mon.) Nagasaki

Theme-Based Meetings; Field trips:
09:30 - 15:00 (some workshops run with different time schedule)
* = Translation service provided

*1. International Forum: Dialogue and Exchange between World NGOs and Citizens (13:00-16:30)
Discussion with leading NGOs in world-wide effort to abolish nuclear weapons. Japanese-English simultaneous translation will be provided.
Venue: Nakabe Hall, Nagasaki University, 1-4 Bunkyomachi. Tel:095-819-2055

*2. Abolition of Nuclear Weapons: Peace in Asia and in Japan
Discussion on peace in Asia-Pacific region together with delegates from the U.S. and Asian countries.
Venue: Seihi Nokyo Bldg. 4F, 3-1 Motofunamachi. Tel: 095-828-2865

*3. Grassroots Movements for a Nuclear-Free World
Forum of peace workers in grass-roots movements for the abolition of nuclear weapons and making their communities nuclear-free.
Venue: Sogo Fukushi Center 5F, 3-24 Morimachi. Tel: 095-846-8600

*4. Article 9: Path to a "War Renouncing Nation"
Exchange of movements and campaigns to resist constitutional revision, building of a war-waging nation and consolidation of military bases.
Venue: NBC Socia 1F "Media One", 1-35 Uwamachi. Tel:095-826-5300

*5. Solidarity with the Hibakusha and Nuclear Victims
Deepening solidarity and exchange over campaigns. Hiroshima/Nagasaki Hibakusha and nuclear victims of the world will join.
Venue: Hotel Saint Hill Nagasaki 2F, 4-10 Chikugomachi. Tel: 095-822-2251

*6. Cooperation with Local Governments for a Nuclear-free and Peaceful Communities (9:30-14:30)
Dialogue between citizens movements and local government officials sharing the goals of ensuring peace and safety of people, including removal of military bases and creating nuclear-free communities.
Venue: NBC Socia 2F "Media Two", 1-35 Uwamachi. Tel: 095-826-5300

*7. Youth Forum: Together with the Hibakusha and Youth from Other Countries (13:30-16:30)
(1) Meeting with Hibakusha and international youth delegates
(2) High-school students forum joined by Actress Saito Tomoko
Venue: Nagasaki Shimin Kaikan Conference Room, 5-1 Uonomachi. Tel: 095-825-1400

8. Field Trip to Sasebo U.S. Base (08:30-17:00)
On-site investigation of US naval base serving as supply and sortie base of US military.
Starting point: Bus stop bound for "Omura Boat Race Course", JR Nagasaki Sta.

9. Visit to A-bomb architectures and monuments (09:30-16:30)
Joined by Hibakusha as guides, participants will visit A-bombed architectures and ruins in Nagasaki City.
Starting point: Matsuyama Epicenter Park

10. Forum for boys and girls: "We love peace! No to War! We are Peace Messengers of the 21st Century" (08:30-15:30)
Cooking of war-time foods; Listening to Hibakusha testimonies.
Venue: Sanno Shrine & Sakamotomachi Kominkan

August 9 (Tue.) Nagasaki

10:45 - 11:40 Nagasaki City Peace Memorial Ceremony (Peace Park)

60th Year Nagasaki Day Rally/ Closing Plenary,
2005 World Conference against A & H Bombs
10:30-13:00 (Nagasaki Shimin Kaikan Gymnasium)
Program:
Opening
Appointment of chairpersons
60th Year Commemorative Program:
Yamaguchi Senji, Co-Chair, Nihon Hidankyo
Kobata Etsuko, Plaintiff, Hibakusha collective lawsuits
Greetings by overseas delegates
Corazon Fabros, Nuclear-Free Philippines Coalition
Gerald O'Brien, Peace Council of Aotearoa-New Zealand
Kay Anderson, Service Employees International Union, USA
Francois Gagnaire, French Peace Movement

Appeal for donation to support Hibakusha struggles
Proposal for future actions/ resolution
Finale: Song by Yokoi Kumiko and Oka Shiro; Song by all

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13:30-14:30 Nagasaki Day street signature campaign (Kuroganebashi Bridge)

18:00-20:00 Farewell Party (Hotel Saint Hill Nagasaki, 4-10 Chikugomachi)
All overseas delegates are invited!!

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Report and Discussion Meetings of the International Citizens' Conference for No More Hiroshimas & Nagasakis

During the 2005 World Conference against A and H Bombs, Report Meetings of the International Citizens' Conference will be held in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. All delegates to the World Conference are welcome to join.
Hiroshima Meeting:
When: 13:30-15:30, Saturday, August 6
Where: Conference Room, Hiroshima Prefectural Gymnasium
(4-1 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima. Tel: 082-228-1111)
Nagasaki Meeting:
When: 15:00-17:00, Monday, August 8
Where: Auditorium, Nagasaki Council of A-Bomb Sufferers
(8-20 Okamachi, Nagasaki. Tel: 095-844-0958)

International Citizens' Conference for No More
Hiroshimas & Nagasakis
Date: July 29 (Friday) - 31(Sunday), 2005
Place: Nihon-Seinen-Kan 7-1 Kasumigaoka-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

"International Citizens' Conference for No More Hiroshimas & Nagasakis" has been convened by the people of the wide-ranging circles and social strata, in response to the call of the Hibakusha, the A-bomb survivors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
With nearly 60 years that elapsed since then, we must look again what Hiroshima and Nagasaki teach us. In the effort to make known to the people in Japan and worldwide the damage caused by the A-bombings, the conference will send out a message saying, "There should not be another Hibakusha"; "Abolish nuclear weapons"; and "No more tragedies of war".
The Hibakusha believes that as long as nuclear weapons exist, the humans cannot open a hopeful future, nor can they promise young people and children a world free of the ominous fear. Let us respond to the desire of the Hibakusha, which they have carried forward through their tragic experiences, and make it known to the people everywhere in the world.

Conference Objectives:
- Grasping and presenting the whole picture of the damage caused by the A-bombings, including newly discovered facts and still remaining tasks to be carried out;
- Bringing together different perceptions and views on the meaning of "Hiroshima" and "Nagasaki". Through discussions and interactions between them, the conference will bring under focus the inhuman, criminal nature of the A-bombings. It will show that the movement for the abolition of nuclear weapons is the only answer.
- Listening to the Hibakusha talk of their sufferings on "those two days", their hardship and deep discontents they have carried in heart for 60 years, as well as of their current problems. The Conference will encourage young generation to inherit Hibakusha's memory and determination.