The Fellowship of Reconciliation is honored to present this poster as a powerful statement against the Israeli Separation Wall and a call for a peaceful, nonviolent resolution to the Mideast conflict. The painting, by Cincinnati artist, Mary Ann Lederer, expresses belief in the unfailing goodness of all people and of the need to wage peace, even in the midst of conflict, in order to make reconciliation possible. Lederer painted "The Wall" to focus attention on the inspiring work of Palestinian and Israeli peacemakers and the hopes of children on both sides of the Separation Wall. Her image also dramatizes the goals of the UN Decade for a Culture of Peace and Nonviolence, which runs through 2010.

The artist knows first-hand about violence, suffering and the need for personal reconciliation. Since 1976, when an intruder shot her twice in the back, she has been paralyzed from the waist down. She suffers almost constant pain and has to use a wheelchair for all activity, including painting.

Proceeds from the sale of "The Wall" will promote interfaith efforts to promote peace with justice in the Middle East.

This painting is available exclusively through FOR as a 24"x20" color poster, or as a set of 10 postcards.