Turning the Tide
What is the work about?
This work is about using the power of nonviolence to ‘turn the tide’ of injustice, oppression and disempowerment and to build an inclusive, sustainable and fair world.
We seek to improve people’s knowledge about nonviolence and their ability to use the tools and techniques it offers to take practical, effective steps towards that goal of a just and peaceful world.
We do this by offering workshops, resources and advice in a range of areas, including: nonviolence, power and change; spirituality and activism; campaigning and organising; working together; direct action; and building an alternative society.
Why does it matter?
The potential and power of nonviolence is greater than violence can ever be and many people are motivated to address injustice and overturn oppressive structures and practices. Strongly rooted in the Quaker peace testimony this radical work seeks to give people the confidence to take action and to adopt nonviolence as a whole-life discipline.
Who benefits from the work?
Campaigners and activists in the UK and overseas working for change on issues including nuclear disarmament, climate change, people-based economics, and land rights; non-governmental organisations.
What action can we take?
- Make a donation to Britain Yearly Meeting for Turning the Tide
- Ask your meeting and local activist groups whether their campaigning could benefit from a Turning the Tide workshop
- Visit the website for useful downloads and resources
Find out more
www.turning-the-tide.org
Steve Whiting 020 7663 1061 stevew@quaker.org.uk
