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From October 11 to October 27, the Disarmament and Security Centre (DSC) held an exhibition at the University of Canterbury’s Central Library (Puaka–James Hight Building) to mark the 80th anniversary

Marking 80 years since the atomic bombings, this exhibition shares survivor stories alongside Ōtautahi Christchurch's strong anti-nuclear heritage.

The Disarmament and Security Centre | Te Whare Maukāroko (DSC) calls on the New Zealand Government to acknowledge the genocide in Gaza, recognise the State of Palestine, and impose comprehensive sanct

On September 4, 2025, we hosted a powerful Disarm Kōrero event titled The Day the Sun Fell – Hiroshima and Nagasaki 80 Years On. This gathering was an opportunity to reflect on the enduring legacy of

This kōrero will reflect on the enduring legacy of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki—80 years after these devastating events in August 1945 changed the course of history.

On Sunday, 10 August 2025, up to 200 people braved the cold and rain of midwinter to gather at New Zealand’s only World Peace Bell in Christchurch’s Botanic Gardens. The solemn ceremony marked the 80t

On 6 August 1945, the United States (US) dropped the first nuclear weapon ever used in warfare on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Three days later, on 9 August, a second bomb was dropped on Nagasaki.

Imagine that in a single, blinding flash, everything around you disappears. This was the reality for the people of Hiroshima at 8:16am on this day, 80 years ago.

Our 23rd Disarm Kōrero, 'We All Bleed the Same' drew approximately 40 participants and spurred some great discussion and feedback. The session tackled the recent escalation between Israel, Iran.