CODEPINK is a U.S.-based, women-led grassroots activist organization founded in 2002 that campaigns against U.S. military interventions and for diplomatic, humanitarian, and human-rights solutions; it uses direct action, public demonstrations, media campaigns, and lobbying to advance peace and social-justice goals.
Typically pursues anti-war and demilitarization policies, opposition to arms sales and foreign military interventions, promotion of diplomacy and humanitarian relief, reallocation of military spending to social programs, and advocacy for human-rights protections in U.S. foreign policy.
Primarily funded by small individual donations, grassroots fundraising and membership contributions, occasional foundation grants, and revenue from events and merchandise.
Notable affiliated individuals include founders Medea Benjamin and Jodie Evans; frequently partners or coordinates with peace and human-rights groups such as Global Exchange, United for Peace and Justice, and Veterans for Peace.
Non-profit activist organization (U.S. grassroots NGO)
