Every year on Veterans Day, wolf poppies are pinned on November 11. A symbol of those who were sent to fight and die for the sake of the powerful. But the wolf poppy is a reminder of graves – a reminder of death. We choose a different path. We don’t celebrate war. We celebrate those who rejected them. Wars are not fought by presidents, generals or armourers. Wars are fought by ordinary people, sent to kill and die for borders, profits and power. But we have a choice. And some have already chosen: deserters, resisters, and those who said no to orders. They are not traitors – they are defenders of life.
We, the collective of the anti-militarist newsletter Deserter, call on individuals and groups around the world: join our campaign. Let’s not celebrate wars, let’s celebrate deserters!
We ask individuals and groups to translate it into your language. And sign up to the international appeal with your signature. We can help with the graphic design of stickers, flyers and posters in your language. Contact us at: dezerter@riseup.net
▶️ Wear the symbol of deserters – the daisy
🔴Pin a live daisy, draw it, make it out of paper, fabric or as a badge.
🔴Take a photo with the daisy and share your photo with your own message.
🔴Use the hashtags #Deserter’sDay #SupportDeserters #NoWars
▶️ Spread the message
🔴Print and distribute our posters and flyers.
🔴Paint banners, write messages of support in chalk on sidewalks.
🔴Talk to people around you – explain why you wear a daisy.
▶️ Organise events
🔴Film screenings, discussions, creative workshops – wherever possible in your area.
🔴Connect with other anti-militarist, feminist, environmental or labour groups.
🔴Let’s make desertions a visible resistance – and resistance an audible force.
Every deserter brings us closer to peace.
Every daisy says: I refuse to kill for them.
Join me. Spread the word. Do it.