Blog
A place for insight, analysis and action.
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5 November 2017
The Living Wage is a victory we can build on
by Gurpreet Bola
Quakers have championed the Living Wage within the structures of the faith. Gurpreet Bola surveys the horizon for new ways to tackle economic inequality.
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1 November 2017
Witnessing for peace at a time of Remembrance
by Marigold Bentley
As Remembrance Day approaches, Marigold Bentley reflects on ways to emphasise the cost of war and reaffirm a commitment to working for peace.
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26 October 2017
Eight things we learned at Quaker Activist Gathering 2017
by Suki Ferguson
Suki Ferguson distils some of the inspirational lessons that emerged from the annual day of skill-development, discussion and new connections organised by Quaker Peace & Social Witness.
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23 October 2017
Elections in Kenya: Nonviolent activists stand up for peace
by Tobias Wellner
Turning the Tide activists in Kenya are helping communities to become peacemakers as political violence escalates, writes Tobias Wellner.
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20 October 2017
The Clean Growth Strategy – progress, but falling far short of climate justice
by Chris Walker
Will the UK government live up to its commitment to tackle climate change? Chris Walker reviews the new strategy that's intended to shift us in the right direction.
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20 October 2017
Taking action on militarism
by Ellis Brooks
Ellis Brooks outlines recent developments in the rise of militarism in British society and introduces a new resource for anyone looking to resist it.
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11 October 2017
Let's explore the Quaker way
by Mel Cook
Mel Cook discusses the making of the follow-up to a much-loved illustrated children's book that looks to introduce aspects of Quaker faith to young children.
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3 October 2017
Quakerism: a faith for turbulent times
by Jon Martin
For Quaker Week 2017 Jon Martin reflects on how the history of Quakerism means it has always been a faith for uncertain times.
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29 September 2017
How do we build an economy on Quaker principles?
by Gurpreet Bola
Dozens of Quaker reading groups are now getting to grips with new economic theories. As we launch a new resource, Gurpreet Bola explores the historical roots of today's unequal system.
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20 September 2017
Quakers at uni: how I found my faith
by Chris Venables
Chris Venables shares his experience of discovering Quakers at university, and gives his advice for anyone thinking about doing the same.
