This May key decision makers representing 189 countries — almost every country in the world — will gather in New York for a major review of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Together, we have the power to influence the outcome. The last such review took place in 2005, and nothing was achieved — states were unable to agree on any course of action. Let's make sure that this year's review is different.

What would that involve? ICAN is calling on countries to begin negotiations for a new treaty known as a Nuclear Weapons Convention. We believe that this is the best way to implement the NPT's disarmament and non-proliferation obligations, and realize the decades-old promise of a nuclear-weapon-free world. The convention would outlaw the development, testing, possession and use of nuclear weapons, and establish the system needed to achieve their prompt elimination.

The upcoming NPT Review Conference, from 3 to 28 May, is a great opportunity to get the process started. On this page, you'll find various resources that will help you to convince your government to get behind the idea of a Nuclear Weapons Convention. With your support, we can make it a reality.

Updates

• March 10, 2010: Let's Seize the Opportunity for Abolition
• March 9, 2010: Global Lobbying Efforts
• February 21, 2010: The Momentum Builds

Our action agenda:

• English
• German

Lobbying paper:

• English
• Spanish

Take action:

• Petition
• Video contest
• Letter writing
• Banner making

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