DI member organisation: Babylon National Human Rights Association held a conference on the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in Iraq. Participants stressed the need to educate and enlighten next generations of the need to build peace rather than conflict between nationalities.

DI member organisation: The Democratic Organization for National Office of Drinking Water has arranged several events on the occasion of 2008 Global Week Of Action Against Gun Violence.

The world needs a tough Arms Trade Treaty. Defend International is committed to supporting a robust ATT capable of saving lives and preventing the illicit trade in SALW. The UN Group of Governmental Experts (GGE) on a global ATT held its 2nd round of discussions on the scope and parameters of the treaty. The GGE is representing an historical step towards an international instrument to combat the rise in armed violence.

DI member organisation: Human Rights & Democratic Participation Centre “SHAMS” based in Ramallah is organising open meetings in five Palestinian universities and colleges.