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Poster - 2012 Sam Lewis Peace Awards :
2012 Theme: Peaceful actions for a more sustainable and fairer world. Poster with entry information for the 2012 Sam Lewis Peace Awards. Throughout his life, Sam Lewis (President NSW Teachers Federation 1945-1952, 1964-1967) was actively concerned with raising the consciousness of teachers and young people about the importance of international understanding and the risks to humanity from the arms race. The Sam Lewis Peace Awards give recognition to the vital role schools may play in promoting education for international understanding, peace and disarmament. Its establishment by the NSW Teachers Federation is designed to encourage and reward constructive and innovative efforts in the field of peace education in accordance with Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Collection code: Artworks. Text on poster reads: "Renewable energy not fossil fuels and nuclear energy; reducing carbon footprint and over consumption; celebrating heritage and cultural diversity; reducing militarism; encouraging alliances for peace; sharing our wealth now and into the future. Competition is open to students in public education settings including all public schools and TAFE colleges. Authorised by Jenny Diamond, General Secretary, NSW Teachers Federation, 23-33 Mary Street Surry Hills 2010. Print number: 12148