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Formed in 1973 by writers for writers, the Union's past chairs include Margaret Atwood, Pierre Berton, June Callwood, Timothy Findley, Susan Musgrave, Paul Quarrington, and Susan Swan. At The Writers' Union of Canada, we support the country's authors by advocating for their rights, freedoms, and economic well-being. We provide publications, professional development programs, contract advice, girevance assistance, health benefits, funding for public and school readings and numerous opportunities for communication and networking within the industry. We act collectively to address government and industry about public lending rights, tax reform, copyright legislation, freedom of expression and other industry issues.

Our stated purpose: “Lest we forget… To commemorate our veterans and the price they paid for our freedom; to educate and show honor and respect for their service by placing wreaths on veterans' gravesites at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North, Williamstown, Grant County, Kentucky, during the month of December each year.

Because democracies rely upon a well-educated citizenry, CCLET’s mission is to engage Canadians in developing the habits they need to participate in the democratic process. Among the outreach programmes of the Canadian Civil Liberties Trust are Civil Liberties in the Schools and Teaching Civil Liberties. These programs focus on getting students to ask critical questions about their rights and freedoms. By shining the light of inquiry on unfairness, we begin the process of change. Through CCLET guest speakers, conferences, and workshops for schools and community organizations, participants are engaged in lively discussions about their rights and freedoms and the important legal and civil liberties issues created by a pluralistic society. Particular emphasis is on providing programmes for student teachers, and high school law and social studies students.

The Canadian Battlefields Foundation (CBF) underwrites an annual bursary program for study and research in Canadian military history of the 20th Century and supports and encourages Canadian universities in the teaching of and research into Canada's military operations of the 20th Century. CBF commemorates the service and sacrifice of all Canadians who have served their country in the cause of freedom.

The mission of the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation is to preserve the aviation history of the U.S. Marine Corps, honor the service of its people, and inspire in all generations an appreciation of America’s freedoms and values.The Foundation accomplishes its mission by supporting the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum and providing programs to serve the community and share the heritage of USMC aviation.

The Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S. during World War II, the more than 400,000 who died, and the millions who supported the war effort from home. Symbolic of the defining event of the 20th Century, the Memorial is a monument to the spirit, sacrifice, and commitment of the American people to the common defense of the nation and to the broader causes of peace and freedom from tyranny throughout the world. It will inspire future generations of Americans, deepening their appreciation of what the World War II generation accomplished in securing freedom and democracy. Above all, the Memorial stands as an important symbol of American national unity, a timeless reminder of the moral strength and awesome power that can flow when a free people are at once united and bonded together in a common and just cause.

To design and build The American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial as a symbol of honor and unity for all disabled veterans from all branches of the service and from all conflicts and generations; and to educate, inform and remind all Americans of the human costs of war, and of the sacrifices that our disabled veterans have made on behalf of American freedoms.

The mission of Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is to steward America’s first aviation battlefield of World War II sharing the artifacts, personal stories, the impact and response to the December 7, 1941 attack and the Pacific region battles that followed, honoring those who have defended our freedom so we might educate and inspire future generations.

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, on Independence Mall in Philadelphia, presents educational programs and experiences that preserve, explore and celebrate the history of Jews in America. Its purpose is to connect Jews more closely to their heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience and the freedoms to which Americans aspire.

Evanston Art Center serves the public's need for education in the visual arts as well as opportunities to study and appreciate the finest examples of contemporary art.To be widely recognized as a dynamic art education and exhibition center that encourages freedom of artistic expression and enriches cultural life. To be the hub of artistic endeavors, a passionate advocate for the arts, and a valuable partner for arts initiatives.

West Coast LEAF works to make British Columbia an equal place for all women by making the promise of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms a reality in women's lives. Our vision of Canadian society is one that ensures women’s equal access to and full participation in social, economic and political activities. Please visit our website for more information on our current work to further our mission.

Education: We provide speakers and free publications such as the Privacy Handbook, Rights Talk, The Arrest Handbook, Police Complaints and the Citizenship Handbook. Advocacy: We provide direct assistance to individuals who have complaints or concerns about civil liberties violations by government, employers, etc. Common areas of work include police and privacy complaints, free speech and anti-oppression. Policy: We have played a major role in advocating for human rights legislation, police accountability reform, access-to-information and privacy legislation, while also resisting the more draconian anti-terrorism provisions. Litigation: When all else fails, the BCCLA will challenge laws in the courts. We have always fought to preserve freedom of expression in Canada through strategic litigation, such as opposing book bans. If you believe in protecting the rights and freedoms of all Canadians and want to take action on these issues, please become a member or donate today!