Conscientious Resistance Working Group (formerly GI Resistance)
The Conscientious Resistance Working Group (formerly GI Resistance) actively supports service members who are questioning or resisting military actions. This working group provides resources and training in outreach and peer support, while strengthening networks and creating resources to assist those taking a stand - during or after their time in uniform. Whether a service member is refusing unlawful orders, challenging the mission they’re part of, or developing a conscientious objection to war, the Conscientious Resistance Working Group offers direct, engaged support, and ensures that no one has to face these courageous choices alone.
Monthly Meeting
2nd Wednesday of each month, 2pm PT / 5pm ET (More info)
Coordinators:
Aneesa Ahad (aneesaxahad@gmail.com)
Objectives:
- Inform troops of their right and duty to resist unlawful orders
- Support in-service conscientious objectors (COs)
- Coordinate with counter-recruitment groups on CO file prep for draft-age youth
- Support families facing moral injury in loved ones
- Offer peer support for active resisters and veterans
- Create and share GI rights and resistance resources
- Host monthly meetings and skills trainings
- Promote GI resistance as moral courage
- Connect resisters to legal, mental health, and spiritual care