Quaker Recognised Bodies
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.
Peace Works Zimbabwe (PWZ)
PWZ is a voluntary fund-raising committee set up with the aim of ensuring that the two peace-building projects established by Friends of Hlekweni (now closed down) have continuing support because of their timely contribution to a cultural shift away from violence that is in evidence in Zimbabwe. Following the introduction of a new constitution in 2013, corporal punishment has now become forbidden in schools. The two projects are run by Alternatives to Violence Project Zimbabwe (AVPZ) and involve:
• Offering courses in conflict resolution, mediation and non-violent communication to individuals and community groups in Zimbabwe including young people, prison staff, NGO personnel, women who are victims of violence, men, and church personnel.
• Offering AVP training to teachers and promoting the growth of Peace Clubs in Zimbabwe schools. This offers teachers invaluable new approaches to school discipline and the building of a peaceful, more participative, culture in schools.
Website: https://www.peaceworkszimbabwe.net