Nihon Hidankyo

• Nihon Hidankyo was established on August 10, 1956, as a national organization for atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, known as Hibakusha.
• The organization unites Hibakusha to promote their welfare and advocate for the elimination of nuclear weapons globally.
• Hibakusha themselves lead the organization, using their firsthand experiences to influence global policies and promote nuclear disarmament.

Role and Contributions of Nihon Hidankyo

• Nihon Hidankyo pushes for nuclear disarmament through international platforms like the United Nations, striving for a nuclear-free world.
• They educate the public about the catastrophic human and environmental consequences of nuclear weapons, sharing survivor testimonies as a powerful reminder.
• The organization works closely with groups like the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) to support a global treaty prohibiting nuclear arms.
• Their efforts have strengthened the global taboo against the use of nuclear weapons since 1945.

Latest News

• 16 October 2024:
  • The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese organization representing the survivors of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, known as Hibakusha, for their efforts toward nuclear disarmament.