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New film takes stand against militarism
17 October 2018
War School, a provocative film launched this week, is set to challenge the British government's attempt to entice children into support for war.
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Militarism in classrooms is now on MPs’ agendas
2 October 2018
The Conservative Party has briefed their MPs to prepare for awkward questions about militarism in classrooms following Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson's proposal to expand school cadet units.
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Putting the protest back in Protestant
21 August 2018
Take one stand-up comedian and mediator, an actor, activist and biblical scholar, a team of peace activists, and a handful of turbulent priests. Each one exploring the connection between spirituality and activism. Add to that, Quaker worship in stillness that settles, calms and opens hearts. This week, Quakers are offering this mix to thousands enjoying Greenbelt Festival.
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Time to rethink national security
15 June 2018
Activists and academics met today at a groundbreaking conference in London. “Rethinking Security" found energy, passion and positive thoughts for new approaches to national security.
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Welcome for recommended child rights review of armed forces in Scottish schools
4 June 2018
Quakers are welcoming an important step forward in challenging the militarisation of Scottish schools. Led by faith, Quakers fear that when education is militarised, children's rights suffer.
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Quakers take long hard look at faith
7 May 2018
Quakers in Britain are taking a bold step to rewrite their book of discipline that has guided their work and witness across the centuries.