Back from the Brink Western Mass

While the road to nuclear disarmament may seem frustratingly long, the people of western Massachusetts are helping to chart a course toward a future free of nuclear weapons.

About the project

Starting point

According to the Federation of American Scientists, there are approximately 12,119 nuclear weapons worldwide. Even a so-called “limited” nuclear war would have devastating global consequences, including for all of us who cherish life here in thePioneer Valley.

Working together with local organizations

We work closely with organizations like Physicians for Social Responsibility, International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War, Pax Cristi, Mass Peace Action, and the Weapons to Windmills Coalition. It is going to take all of us to create a future free of nuclear weapons!

End result

Across Massachusetts, mayors, city council members, and state legislators have endorsed our proposals. Find out here whether your local leaders have joined the efforts.

We are the heroes and heroines trapped in this life-threatening situation; we have got to get out of this place. When we approach it like that, it makes sense to try—and to try with some hope, because we have been successful in the past.

― Dr. Ira Helfand