Summer 2002

SLECP Goes To South Korea?

SLECP had a chance to travel to South Korea without leaving St. Louis. In July, Chris Stolz was contacted by Sang-Gyoon Kim, Deputy Chief Producer of Munhwa Broadcasting Corp, a public TV station in South Korea. After reading Chris' article, "Boeing: the Year in Review" in the last edition of the Conversion News, Mr. Kim requested an interview with Chris to share the research he has conducted on the political pressure placed upon South Korean officials to purchase Boeing's F-15. Good work Chris!

SLECP UPDATES

From the Board of Directors:

Dear Friends,

It is with a sad heart that we say good-bye to SLECP's primary staff person, Chris Stolz. Chris who has worked with the Conversion Project for two years, leaves us to go, with his wife, Emily Brotherton, to Burundi, Africa. There, they will work with the Quaker Church's Trauma Healing and Reconciliation Service. Chris' work over the last two years has been a wealth of research, writing, and organizing; we are grateful to him for all of his fine work. We wish him and Emily peace, happiness, and continued good works. Abbe Sudvarg, MD.
SLECP Board Chair

Many of you will probably be hearing from Chris in the next few weeks with more details of his future work in Burundi. He and Emily are embarking on a courageous journey from working to prevent war-making to promoting healing among the people who experience war on a daily basis. Let us know if you want to contact them or lend support to their work.

Job Announcement

SLECP is accepting resumes for a part time position (20 hours a week) from individuals committed to working towards disarmament. The position would require conducting research and disseminating that information throughout the community. If you are interested in finding out more details about this position, please call Mary Ann McGivern at 314. 231.2039 or send a resume to:

SLECP
438 N. Skinker Blvd.
St. Louis MO 63130l

SLECP's Changing It's Name!

Early this fall, SLECP will be sending out a letter asking for members' input for a new name for the Conversion Project. We are thankful for all your support throughout the years and look forward to embarking on this exciting new journey with you.

Congressional Visit

BENEFIT DINNER FOR SLECP: OCTOBER 21st

Andy Ayer's, owner of Riddles Penultimate Cafe and Wine Bar, has generously offered to host a benefit dinner for SLECP. So come join us for a scrumptious dinner, knowing every penny goes directly to SLECP. Doors open at 5:30 (Come meet new board members) Dinner will be served at 6:30 PM

Following dessert (did I mention homemade apple cobbler with raisin/pumpkin/ Jack Daniels ice-cream?) The Flying Mules will perform until 10pm

And if the evening couldn't get more exciting, we will be announcing the NEW NAME OF SLECP!!!

Contribution of $25.00 for a glass of wine, delicious meal, live music, good company and much more!

P.S. If you would like more details of Andy's upcoming seasonal menu, you can join his list serve by going to www.riddlescafe.com

UPCOMING SLECP EVENTS

Instead of War Town Hall Meeting 7pm at the University City Library-Let your representatives know your position on an intensified war in Iraq.

October 1, 2002: Nonviolent Direct Action and Mass Rally at Boeing's St. Charles weapons manufacturing facility to challenge the October delivery of $500 million worth of smart bombs.

October 4- 11, 2002: Week of Resistance-Keep Space for Peace Seeing as our war making is becoming more dependent upon technology in space, a whole week of resistance is being planned. We need your help in organizing and participating in these events. Please give a call if you are interested in joining the planning committee.

If you would like more information or want to know how you can become more involved, contact Chrissy at the SLECP office: 314.726.6406