Joan Horrocks

Joan was best known to WILPF members, and to the peace movement in general, for her work with MANA (Musicians Against Nuclear Arms) now Musicians for Peace and Disarmament. In the role of Administrator for 21 years, she mounted four high quality and well-attended concerts a year, in important venues like St. James’s Piccadilly. These events raised vital funds, and raised the profile of diverse peace organisations, including WILPF.

Joan, the daughter of Jewish refugees, was a real lover of music, performing in concerts across Europe, and making recordings as part of the New Philharmonia Chorus. You would be sure to bump into her at the annual Aldeburgh Festival in Suffolk. In the midst of her many peace activities, Joan was a WILPF member for a number of years and made a point of attending annual meetings.