Plowshares Movement

The Plowshares Movement is a voluntary, anti-war activist group that protests against nuclear weapons and military industries. Its members often perform symbolic acts, such as breaking into military facilities or disarming weapons, to draw attention to the dangers of nuclear proliferation and promote peace. Founded in 1980 by Catholic activists inspired by biblical teachings, their actions aim to challenge governments and institutions to reduce or eliminate nuclear arsenals, advocating for disarmament and the protection of human life and the environment. They operate on principles of nonviolence and civil disobedience to inspire social change.