The Chico Peace and Justice Center (CPJC) is a community-based non-profit 501(c)3 organization committed to working for peace, social and economic justice through the power of nonviolence. This community-based organization is dedicated to combating poverty, racism, sexism, economic exploitation, militarism, and environmental destruction. The center works for social change through education, community building, and direct action and is dedicated to bringing an end to violent conflict among nations and individuals. CPJC is an offshoot of the Chico Peace Endeavor, which has been working for nonviolent change since 1960.