Act for Tomorrow - End Nuclear Weapons

Nuclear Weapons Are Banned

Exhibition

12 – 30 October 2026

Almedalsbiblioteket, Visby

Since 2021, nuclear weapons have been illegal under international law. Most people have never heard of it.

Explore the history, humanitarian impact, and ongoing legacy of nuclear weapons. Learn about the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) and Sweden's evolving role in the global movement toward nuclear disarmament.

Drop in between lectures and explore the exhibition at your own pace.

Panel Discussion

Welcome to the Panel Discussion

Wednesday 14 October, at 15:00

Almedalsbiblioteket auditorium, Cramérgatan 5, Visby

Also open online

join on Zoom, click here - Wednesday 14 October, at 15:00

Can the world live with nuclear weapons, and what happens if we cannot?

Since the atomic bombs fell on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, nuclear weapons have come to symbolize both humanity's most destructive and inhumane capability and the ultimate demonstration of power in international politics.

80 years later, the question of nuclear weapons is far from historical. Conflicts, nuclear threats, modernization of nuclear arsenals, and technological developments make the issue highly relevant today. At the same time, there are humanitarian and ethical perspectives: can humanity rely on the threat of total mass destruction as the foundation for security?

From the early Swedish nuclear weapons program in the 1950s to today's membership in a nuclear weapons alliance, Sweden's position has changed from moral principles and diplomacy to realpolitik.

This conversation explores the history of nuclear weapons from a Swedish perspective, the impact of nuclear weapons testing, whether deterrence makes us safer, and how Sweden positions itself in a time of growing tensions. By combining historical perspectives with current security policy analysis, we address one of our time's most charged questions: Can the world live with nuclear weapons – and what happens if we cannot?

Panelists:

Experts from Swedish Doctors Against Nuclear Arms (SLMK), Svenska Pugwash and SIPRI. The full panel will be announced soon.

Language: Swedish speaking

Entry: Free and open to everyone, no registration required

For more information: info@endnuclearweapons.org

TPNW

Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons

The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons entered into force on January 22, 2021.
Together, we can create a safer future for all humanity.

1945

Hiroshima & Nagasaki

The only use of nuclear weapons in warfare kills over 200,000 people and demonstrates the catastrophic humanitarian consequences.

1955

Russell-Einstein Manifesto

"Remember your humanity, and let the rest be forgotten" - Leading scientists call for nuclear disarmament.

2017

TPNW Adopted

122 countries vote to adopt the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons at the United Nations.

2021

Treaty Enters Force

On January 22, the TPNW becomes international law, making nuclear weapons illegal under international law.

"This truly marks the beginning of the end of nuclear weapons"

- Setsuko Thurlow, Hiroshima survivor

Photo: © ICAN / Thea Mjelstad

The Exhibition

A traveling educational exhibition bringing nuclear disarmament awareness

Professional Format

20 large roll-up panels (200x100cm) with verified research, photography, and data from leading peace organizations

Proven Success

Building on the Senzatomica exhibition that reached over 300,000 visitors across Italy in collaboration with Pugwash, IPPNW, and peace researchers

Collaborative Approach

The initiative draws on contributions from peace researchers and international networks, including members of SLMK–IPPNW and Pugwash. Expert-led panel discussions can be organized as part of the public program.

Flexible & Scalable

Suitable for universities, libraries, civic halls, and high schools. Adaptable content for different audiences and venues

Be Part of the Journey

This exhibition engages people in universities, communities, and public spaces across Sweden — and potentially beyond.

If you are interested in collaborating

Hosting the exhibition
Contributing ideas
Joining a panel discussion
Suggesting a venue or format
Supporting with communication or outreach
Sharing expertise or educational content
Staying informed

Did You Know?

Global Climate Impact

Even a limited nuclear war using less than 3% of the global arsenal would trigger catastrophic climate disruption worldwide, with nuclear winter effects lasting over a decade.

Exhibition Resources

The exhibition includes comprehensive educational materials and documentation below to support learning and engagement.

Workshops for Schools

Educational workshops available for students and teachers.

Teacher’s guide (Lärarhandledning) for classroom discussions.

Request a workshop at your school or university.

English Workshop Kit →

Swedish Teacher’s Guide (PDF, by SLMK) →

Mini-Guide: Dialogue About the Ban

Download our conversation guide and Share with friends, family, and colleagues
Break the silence around nuclear weapons

Conversation Guide →

For a deeper explanation of the treaty, see ICAN’s guide:
How the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons Works →

Event Documentation

Photos, videos, and reports from exhibition venues and panel discussions.

Panel discussion at Stockholm University Library, 19 November 2025.

Panel Discussions

Upcoming: Almedalsbiblioteket, Visby
A panel discussion with researchers and experts is planned during the exhibition, 12–30 October 2026. Details coming soon.

Stockholm University Library, 19 November 2025
Listen to the recorded panel discussion (in Swedish) featuring:
Emma Rosengren – Researcher in international relations, Stockholm University,
Tytti Erästö – Senior Researcher, SIPRI Weapons of Mass Destruction Programme,
Victor Galaz – Associate Professor in Political Science, Stockholm Resilience Centre,
Josefin Lind – Secretary General, Swedish Doctors Against Nuclear Arms.

Moderated by Clara Gullman Levin, Communications Manager at Swedish Doctors Against Nuclear Arms.

For full details, visit the panel discussion page →

Recorded at Stockholm University Library, 19 November 2025.

Read transcript (Swedish) →

Read transcript (English) →

An educational exhibition on nuclear weapons, the global treaty banning them, and our shared responsibility.