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Date(s) - Monday - Jul 14, 2025
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In February, we came together in powerful solidarity across six continents for the Global Day of Action to Close Bases, with actions taking place at military sites in all corners of the world. From Okinawa to Sweden, Colombia to Cameroon, people stood up to say: these bases must go.
Now, we are preparing for the next wave of global action, the Global Day of Media Action to Close Bases on July 14, and we need your help. We are collecting stories, videos, photos, and articles that show how military bases are impacting your community, your environment, and your life. Your voice is powerful, and your story can help build momentum for real change.
Need inspiration? Check out our “Top 5 Reasons to Close Bases.” It is a helpful resource to guide your message, whether you are creating a video, writing a testimony, or sharing photos. You can contribute in several ways. Choose the format that works best for you.
How to Submit a Video
We are especially looking for short videos (1 to 2 minutes) to feature on social media, our website, and during upcoming actions. No fancy equipment is needed—just your voice and your story.
Video Tips:
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Keep it short and personal, ideally 1 to 2 minutes.
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Speak clearly and from the heart. Tell us: How is the military base affecting your life or your community? What do you want the world to know?
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Film horizontally (landscape mode), ideally in natural light and a quiet space.
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Smartphone videos are completely fine.
How to Submit a Written Testimony
We welcome articles between 500 and 1000 words for our blog and website.
Written Submission Tips:
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Share a personal perspective: how have you, your family, or your community been impacted?
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Be as specific as you feel comfortable. Your voice adds depth to the movement.
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You may reflect on or refer to the “Top 5 Reasons to Close Bases” in your writing.
How to Submit Photos
Photos are a powerful way to tell your story, whether they show a local base, protests, community gatherings, or the natural beauty threatened by militarism.
Photo Tips:
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High-resolution images are best.
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Include a brief caption or context for each photo (who, what, where).
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Make sure you have permission from anyone identifiable in the photo, especially if it will be shared online.
If you would like support—whether it is help filming or brainstorming ideas—a member of the World BEYOND War team is happy to connect with you. Just reply to this message, and we will coordinate a call.
Ready to share your story? Submit your content via this quick form: https://bit.ly/CloseBasesMedia2025
Together, we can continue to grow this movement and expose the damage caused by militarism, from environmental destruction and economic injustice to colonial displacement and violence against communities.
To stay up to date with announcements and updates about the Global Day of Media Action to Close Bases on July 14, be sure to subscribe to our WhatsApp channel.
Please share this with other anti-bases activists and organizations who may want to contribute their stories, videos, and photos and participate in the next global day of action.