Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 09/07/2026We support condemning the crackdown on peace activists, journalists, lawyers, trade unionists, feminists, and human rights defenders in Türkiye ahead of the NATO Summit. We refuse to be intimidated. 101
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSThe International Peace Bureau (IPB) @intpeacebureau.bsky.social · 06/07/2026We call for a full explanation from the Turkish & German authorities regarding these actions & urge all NATO member states to publicly condemn the mistreatment of peaceful & democratic activists. Today,as always,we say no to the undemocratic & rights-violating NATO,& yes to global peace & justice. 011
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSThe International Peace Bureau (IPB) @intpeacebureau.bsky.social · 06/07/2026🚨 IPB Statement on the Detention and Deportation of Executive Director Sean Conner & Other Peace Activists Peaceful activists must never be subjected to arbitrary detention,confiscation of personal belongings,intimidation, or the denial of their basic rights. Share widely: ipb.org/ipb-statemen... 123
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 10/06/2026$119 billion. $3,768 per second. That's how much the 9 nuclear-armed states spent on their nuclear arsenals in 2025 according to a new @nuclearban.bsky.social research. A 19% increase from 2024 spending ($16.8 billion). 5 years of spending = $471b Find our more here: www.icanw.org/premeditated... 011
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 05/06/2026Young voices, strong message! 📚✊ Filipino high school students take action in the #GDAMS movement with powerful posters: “Books Not Bombs!” and “Do Not Destroy Our Future Because of War!” Because every child deserves peace, not war. 🌍💛 www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIBL...youtube.comFilipino Youth Celebrate GDAMS - 2026YouTube video by IPB International Peace Bureau 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 04/06/2026On 14 June at 15:00 CEST, we're joining this demonstration in Brussels, in front of the institutions driving Europe’s rearmament. We'll also take part in the SRE assembly to strategize the next steps of a Europe-wide mobilisation against the ReArm agenda. Join us! 👇 stoprearm.org/welfare-not-... 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 04/06/2026“A militarised garden: Breaking the consensus on EU funding for rearmament” 📢 June 9 Webinar, 6pm CEST, with ENAAT, Stop ReArm Europe & @centredelas.org, to discuss EU funding for arms with members of the EU Parliament. Registrations: forms.komun.org/eu-peace-day...forms.komun.orgeu-peace-day-webinarInteractive Online Conference ***A militarised garden: Breaking the consensus on EU funding for rearmament * June 9 2026 at 18:00 CEST The session will... 011
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 12/05/2026A new breakdown reveals the Iran War has likely already cost $72 billion in its first 60 days — nearly triple what officials reported. From expensive munitions to undercounted losses, this is what they’re not telling you about the price tag of conflict. 🇺🇸💸 #gdams #gcoms 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 11/05/2026The #GDAMS webinar, Tax Day Webinar “US Military Spending and the Imperial Boomerang” is now streaming online. Watch here for the full video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7_N...youtube.comGDAMS Tax Day Webinar “US Military Spending and the Imperial Boomerang”YouTube video by GCOMS - Global Campaign On Military Spending 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 11/05/2026The #GDAMS webinar, “The Public Costs of Rising Military Expenditure: Education and Public Services,” is now available online. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYTw...youtube.comThe Public Costs of Rising Military Expenditure Education and Public ServicesYouTube video by IPB International Peace Bureau 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 09/05/2026Today marks the end of the Global Days of Action Against Military Spending (#GDAMS). In their own small way, people in the #Philippines participated by launching peace kites into the skies of Santiago City, Isabela. Mabuhay! Kapayapaan Para sa Lahat! #gcoms fb.watch/G-iJB-OPqI/fb.watch 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 28/04/2026$169 billion more was spent on war in 2025. What if that money went to schools, healthcare, and jobs instead? Join us: The Public Costs of Rising Military Expenditure: Education and Public Services 📅 30 April 2026 | 13:00–14:00 CEST | Online (EN/ES/FR) 👉 bit.ly/GDAMS-educationandpublicservices 110
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 27/04/2026📢 Trillions for War, Nothing for the People: Resist Militarization, Defend Sovereignty🇵🇭✊ Press Release Stop the War Coalition Philippines 👉 ipb.org/trillions-fo... —— 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 010
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 27/04/2026📢 Over 200 peace organizations from 45 different countries call on governments to reduce military spending! #GDAMSAppeal 👉 demilitarize.org/media_news/g... —— 📅 Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 011
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 27/04/2026True security cannot be measured solely by the size of our arsenals, but by the well-being of our people and the health of our planet. Message by UN ODA High Representative Izumi Nakamitsu On the Global Days of Action on Military Spending #GDAMS 020
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Join us on April 30, 2026 | 13:00-14:00 CEST Event available in EN / ES / FR How is rising military spending affecting schools, public services, and communities? Register by using the QR code or at: bit.ly/GDAMS-educationandpublicservices #GDAMS #GCOMS 001
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 26/04/2026In 2025, the world spent $2.9 trillion on the military, according to SIPRI. We urge governments to undertake major reductions to their military expenditure and redirect those funds to social and environmental sectors, tackling the global challenges of our time, and funding human security. 101
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Fossil Fuels, Militarism, and the Path to Peace Join us in Santa Marta for a powerful conversation at the intersection of climate justice, peace, and gender equality. 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 031
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 22/04/2026#EarthDay Money spent on war could fund a sustainable future for every country. This Earth Day, redirect military spending to climate action. ⚡🌍 Demiltarize for Climate Justice! Find out more in our Toolkit: shorturl.at/YUje9 345
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 22/04/2026#EarthDay Armed conflicts devastate forests, biodiversity, and communities — often in the most vulnerable areas. This Earth Day, join us in calling for peace and environmental protection by cutting military spending. 🌿🕊 Find out more in our Toolkit: shorturl.at/YUje9 201
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Militaries consume massive amounts of fossil fuels, driving both emissions and conflict. This Earth Day, let’s advocate for a world where resources are invested in clean energy, not warfare. 🌱💡 Demilitarize for Climate Justice! Find out more in our Toolkit: shorturl.at/YUje9 200
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 20/04/2026🚨 ACT NOW: Stop Global Militarization 🚨 War is spreading—from Gaza and the West Bank to Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Ukraine—while military budgets reach record highs. This is not inevitable. This is a choice. @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 002
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 15/04/2026🏠💥 War OR Public Housing — which side are we funding? 📍 Melbourne | In person at Melbourne Multicultural Hub 🗓 April 16 | 18:00–20:30 Hear from: • David Shoebridge • Mercedes Zanker • Louisa Bassini —— 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 100
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Global military spending reached $2.7 trillion in 2024 — ten straight years of growth. Over 100 countries increased their budgets. Are we really safer as military spending hits record highs? —— 🔍 Find GDAMS events near you: demilitarize.org @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 100
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 15/04/2026📅 Key moments for #GDAMS 2026 are here! Explore the key dates highlighted in this post and find opportunities to take action—whether as an organization or an individual. — 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS | 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 111
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Join us tomorrow April 15 (15:00 EDT, 12:00 PDT, 21:00 CEST) for our #GDAMS Tax Day webinar on US military spending w/ David Vine (Dismantle the MIC), Bill Hartung (Quincy Institute), Savannah Wooten (Public Citizen) & Alliyah Lusuegro (National Priorities) Register 👇 forms.komun.org/tax-day-webi... 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 14/04/2026🌍✨Military spending and arms production consume vast financial and natural resources. These are resources that could otherwise fund education, healthcare, and a green transition. —— 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 101
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 14/04/2026“The arms race is a failure of humanity. Every euro spent on weapons is a euro stolen from education, health, and peace.” - António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations ------- 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 101
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 13/04/2026Thinking about reels content? Spread public awareness online about the GDAMS campaign and global military spending, and invite others to take action, through a short video or reel, responding to one of the prompts below. Tag us @gcoms. 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS 010
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 13/04/2026Monday Mood: kicking off the week with GDAMS actions 🚀 👉 Take action and speak out against rising military spending. 🌍 Find events near you: demilitarize.org 📣 Submit and explore GDAMS 2026 actions & toolkit: demilitarize.org/gdams-2026/ forms.komun.org/gdams-2026-a... #GCOMS #GDAMS2026 111
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 09/04/2026🚨 The GDAMS Toolkit 2026 is here — your all-in-one guide to making an impact during the Global Days of Action on Military Spending. 🌍✊ 🔗 Access the toolkit: demilitarize.org/resources/gd... ----- 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #GCOMS #GDAMS2026 111
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Join our #gdams Launch event and info session on Zoom on April 9 (13:00 CEST) to learn, connect, and take action. We'll present our toolkit, where you'll find dozens of inspiring actions and resources. Registration form: forms.komun.org/gdams---info... See you there. #GCOMS #GDAMS2026 012
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSAntimilitaristes-MOC València @mocvalencia.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Dies d'acció global contra la guerra, el rearmament i la militarització. #GDAMS Del 10 d'abril al 9 de maig accions a tot el món! @demilitarizeday.bsky.social Apunta el teu col·lectiu i organitza qualsevol activitat relacionada per menuda que siga! demilitarize.org 022
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSPax Christi USA @paxchristiusa.bsky.social · 18/03/2026We endorse the #GDAMS 2026 Appeal "A Call to Action Against Global Militarization". Your organization can also sign it and take futher action here: actionnetwork.org/forms/gdams-... @demilitarizeday.bsky.social @intpeacebureau.bsky.social @theactionnetwork.bsky.socialactionnetwork.orgGDAMS 2026 Appeal "A Call to Action Against Global Militarization"The global security landscape has deteriorated massively in recent years: the number of wars and violent armed conflicts active today is the highest since the end of World War II, erupting across the ... 042
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSlondoncaat.bsky.social @londoncaat.bsky.social · 23/03/2026Yes to all of this 011
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSWILPF UK @wilpfuk.bsky.social · 24/03/2026We endorse the #GDAMS 2026 Appeal "A Call to Action Against Global Militarization". Your organization can also sign it and take futher action here: actionnetwork.org/forms/gdams-... @demilitarizeday.bsky.social @intpeacebureau.bsky.social @theactionnetwork.bsky.social @wilpf.bsky.socialactionnetwork.orgGDAMS 2026 Appeal "A Call to Action Against Global Militarization"The global security landscape has deteriorated massively in recent years: the number of wars and violent armed conflicts active today is the highest since the end of World War II, erupting across the ... 032
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Join our #GDAMS Launch Event on Zoom on April 9 (13:00 CEST) to learn, connect with others, and take action. We'll present our toolkit, where you'll find dozens of inspiring actions and resources. Registrations: forms.komun.org/gdams---info... @intpeacebureau.bsky.social 001
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Are you planning any actions for the #GDAMS period? You can submit them by filling in this form: forms.komun.org/gdams-2026-a... or scan the QR code. We'll list them in our global map and agenda and help you disseminate them! You can also explore events happening near you at demilitarize.org. 001
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Join our Launch Event on Zoom on April 9 (13:00 CEST) to learn, connect, and take action. We'll present our toolkit, where you'll find dozens of inspiring actions and resources. Registration: forms.komun.org/gdams---info... See you there. 000
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 31/03/2026Arms Race vs. Human Development 🔗 You can read his broader analysis here: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre... 📅 Take action: Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 📩 Send your activities and events at coordination.gcoms@ipb.org 🌍 Check the events near you at demilitarize.org #GCOMS #GDAMS 123
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 26/03/2026The climate crisis is no longer denied—it’s officially an existential threat. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: while governments talk “green,” the system driving the crisis hasn’t changed. 📅 Take action: Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026 #ClimateCrisis #Militarization #GCOMS #GDAMS 200
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 25/03/2026🚨 How to Win Campaigns Think campaigns are about facts? Think again. Winning a campaign isn’t about ideas— it’s about making people care enough to act. 📅 Take action: Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026. Check the events near you at demilitarize.org #GCOMS #GDAMS 102
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 23/03/2026Trump vs. the Canadian public The Canadian government is caught between public opinion and pressure from Donald Trump to join the military operation in Iran. 📅 Take action: Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026. #Canada #Trump #NATO #GCOMS #GDAMS 100
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 23/03/2026💥 $1 BILLION+ a day — the cost of the Iran War And that’s just what the U.S. is spending. See the live price ticker here: iran-cost-ticker.com?ref=dollarsa... 📅 Take action: Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026. #IranWar #MilitarySpending #US #GDAMS 100
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 23/03/2026What sustains the arms race? It’s not just about defense—it’s a self-feeding system. Arms races thrive on mistrust, political interests, and constant escalation. 📅 Take action: Join #GDAMS from 9 April – 10 May 2026. #MilitarySpending #GCOMS #GDAMS 111
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 21/03/2026Why so much? Why ever more? Military Spending We spend more on weapons for security… but end up feeling even more insecure 🤔 Are we actually safer, or just stuck in a security dilemma? 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April to 10 May 2026. #ArmsRace #MilitarySpending #GDAMS #GCOMS 100
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 17/03/2026🚨 The true cost of peace Global military spending is soaring, fueling new arms races and draining resources from the things that actually make societies secure. 📅 Take action. Join #GDAMS from 9 April to 10 May 2026. #InvestInPeace #Disarmament #GCOMS #GDAMS 102
Reposted by Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMSGCOMS UK @gcomsuk.bsky.social · 11/03/2026We endorse the #GDAMS 2026 Appeal "A Call to Action Against Global Militarization". Your organization can also sign it and take futher action here: actionnetwork.org/forms/gdams-... @demilitarizeday.bsky.social @intpeacebureau.bsky.social @theactionnetwork.bsky.socialactionnetwork.orgGDAMS 2026 Appeal "A Call to Action Against Global Militarization"The global security landscape has deteriorated massively in recent years: the number of wars and violent armed conflicts active today is the highest since the end of World War II, erupting across the ... 021
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 04/03/2026💸 Military spending? What’s really hidden behind the numbers? Contrary to popular belief, most military spending isn’t just tanks and missiles. The biggest portion covers personnel costs, operations, and maintenance. 101
Global Campaign on Military Spending - GCOMS @demilitarizeday.bsky.social · 03/03/2026The 15th Global Days of Action on Military Spending (#GDAMS) will take place from April 10 to May 9, in which will probably be the most relevant edition yet. We'll take action to oppose war and demand major cuts of military spending, while promoting peaceful & just alternatives. Will you join us?☮️ 0109