Our organisation

Quakers in Britain have a complex structure made up of different meetings, groups and committees. Britain Yearly Meeting (BYM) is the charitable organisation which supports and works on behalf of all Quakers in Britain. Most of our work is run by volunteer members with support from BYM's paid staff.

Meeting for Sufferings is the standing representative body entrusted with the care of the business of the Britain Yearly Meeting through the year.

Britain Yearly Meeting works on behalf of all Quakers in Britain to strengthen the Quaker community, speak out in the world and promote peace, justice, equality and sustainability. You can support this work by giving money or time.

This page tells you where you will find much of the information previously published in the Book of Meetings.

Quaker processes and a little practical know-how can bring about positive changes in a Quaker community. We hope that these stories will inspire, inform and enable you to bring about your own changes.

Meetings might request support for many reasons. Support might help spiritual growth, to seek advice on church government or legal matters or to access help when there are difficulties.

The responsibility for running local and area Quaker meetings is held by their members. Use these pages to find out about Quaker roles and the advice and support available to Friends.

These groups demonstrate some of the many interests and concerns that Quakers pursue as part of their wider commitment to their faith.* Most groups meet up and organise activities - it's a great way to meet Quakers and make new contacts.

Activities are usually open to non-Quakers. Do please contact a group if you are interested to know more about it.