About Us

The Peace Resource Center is a project of the Monterey Peace and Justice Center,  a 501(c)(3) California Public Benefit corporation.

The Mission of the Monterey Peace and Justice Center is to Inspire and Mobilize the people of Monterey County to Cultivate Peace, Social Justice and Environmental Sustainability in our Community and the World through Education and Advocacy.

Vision statement:   We envision a world where:

• the dream of democracy is fulfilled by governments responsive to the will of the people.

• social and economic justice frees all from oppression and the conditions that lead to war

• conflicts are resolved by negotiation and diplomacy

• the commons belonging to all people are reclaimed from private greed

• human rights and dignity are assured

• human differences are appreciated and respected
• food, clothing, housing, education, and health care are attainable by everyone.

• Earth’s resources are used to sustain life rather than fuel wars and destruction.

• the nations of the world cooperate to sustain the planet and make a good life for all.

The Peace Resource Center houses a free lending library of books, DVDs, and VHS films  on Peace, Social Justice, and Environmental Sustainability.  Donations of new or gently-used books and films on these subjects is appreciated. If you want, you can settle into a comfortable chair with a cup of tea to watch one of our documentary films right here at the center. Or bring your laptop and use the PRC’s free Wi-fi to do research. The Peace Resource center also hosts film screenings and other events, CSUMB Service Learning activities, and on-going  study groups.

Call 899-PEACE  to find out how your organization can use the facility.