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The Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation is a British nonprofit organization founded in 1963 by philosopher and activist Bertrand Russell to advance his legacy in promoting peace, anti-war causes, social justice, and human rights, with a particular emphasis on nuclear disarmament. Active since the 1960s, the foundation has been instrumental in various initiatives including the publication of its journal The Spokesman (edited by director Ken Coates for four decades), the Appeal for European Nuclear Disarmament in 1980 (which contributed to the INF Treaty), and the establishment of the Institute for Workers' Control in the 1960s. The organization continues to focus on countering the causes of violence, researching disarmament and threats to global peace, and publishing findings to foster worldwide community and human rights. Operating as a limited company in the UK, it maintains activities through its website and publications, addressing ongoing international tensions while aligning with Russell's lifelong commitment to pacifism and ethical activism.