Archibald Baxter Memorial Trust

From the outset, the Trust was keen to invite distinguished scholars and peace activists, politicians, and others inspired by Archie’s legacy of principled resistance to war to honour his memory and re-interpret his stand for peace and justice for a twenty-first-century audience.

The annual Archibald Baxter Memorial Lecture is held each year on or close to International Peace Day, 21 September.

Archibald Baxter Memorial Lecture 2024: Making Peace with our Past and Future

This was given by Hon Grant Robertson. YouTube link

2019: David Grant

ABSOLUTISM AND THE PRICE OF DISSENT

Renowned New Zealand historian David Grant profiles 'forgotten hero' Mark Briggs, staunch conscientious objector, family man, loyal
New Zealander ... and pig hunter.

The complete 2019 Archibald Baxter Memorial Peace Lecture (48 mins) is here… https://bit.ly/2U5Ja4W 

2018: Maire Leadbeater

Informed Dissent: Challenging State Secrecy

Human rights and peace activist, Maire Leadbeater discussed New Zealanders anti-war activities and willingness to challenge and disobey the state. She began with some consideration of dissent in WWII - in keeping with the heritage of Archibald Baxter.

The complete 2018 Archibald Baxter Memorial Peace Lecture (48 mins) is here…https://bit.ly/2W6WFGv