Blog
A place for insight, analysis and action.
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23 February 2021
UN climate talks: 6 ways for Quakers to secure our climate future
by Oonagh Ryder
Oonagh Ryder looks at how Quakers can share their vision for a sustainable and just climate future ahead of crucial COP26 talks this November.
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23 February 2021
How young people are making change happen in Rwanda
by Daniel Nteziyaremye
Young people in Rwanda are tackling the issues that matter to them with the help of Quaker-backed peace programme Turning the Tide.
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12 February 2021
Getting to the root of things: peace, crime and justice
by Teresa Parker
Teresa Parker explores how the radicalism of the Quaker peace testimony can be found in today's Build Back Better campaign.
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11 February 2021
A new reality: Quaker worship and community in 2021
by Margaret Bryan
In February 100 Quakers took part in a session exploring the challenges and opportunities for British Quaker meetings after almost a year of the pandemic. Margaret Bryan shares what they learned.
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11 February 2021
Protecting the most vulnerable among us
by Juliet Prager
Juliet Prager shares why safeguarding is important in a Quaker setting.
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3 February 2021
Reflecting on our action for the planet
by Helen Gamsa
Helen Gamsa shares how Sustainability advices and queries have helped spiritually underpin how Bristol Quakers address the climate crisis.
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2 February 2021
Connecting with Quaker treasurers
by Charlotte McMenamin-Walshe
Charlotte McMenamin-Walshe explains what she's learned from Quaker treasurers about the financial impact of the pandemic on Quaker meetings, and shares what support is on offer to these vital role-holders.
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28 January 2021
How Quakers in Devon secured a home for people seeking refuge
by Philip Wood
Philip Wood speaks to Exmouth Quakers about how they were able to support people in their local community.
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21 January 2021
Contacting your MP: why, when and how
by Grace Da Costa
Grace Da Costa introduces a new resource to help Quakers connect with politicians and make change happen.
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18 December 2020
The nuclear ban treaty: why international law matters
by Marigold Bentley
Marigold Bentley explains why international law is a vital part of the toolkit for creating a better world.
