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Grief and hope: marking two years of war in Ukraine
24 February marks two years since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and this anniversary reminds us to take stock of the enormous toll the war has taken. As well as those who have suffered death, injury or displacement in the war, this anniversary I'll be holding in my heart those who are courageously objecting to participating in it, or working for peace and nonviolent resistance, often at great risk.
Grief and hope: marking two years of war in Ukraine
Quakers and the upcoming general election
A general election is a great opportunity for us all to influence how our country is run. At Quakers in Britain we've developed some materials to help Quaker individuals, groups and meetings engage with their local candidates and communities. You can find all the information at www.quaker.org.uk/vote.
Quakers and the upcoming general election
Peace and the general election: where do the parties stand?
Recently, I took advantage of a rare invitation to an event at the House of Commons to buttonhole the MP hosting it. The week before, I'd asked my colleagues if there was anything they'd like me to ask him. And so, amid the chink of wine glasses and the steady dispatch of canapés, I found myself enquiring of the honourable member, "What makes you feel safe?"
Peace and the general election: where do the parties stand?
6 ways our new government could build a peaceful and sustainable world
Now that the UK has a new government, many will be watching to see how Labour's campaign translates into reality. We'll be hoping, of course, that it will result in positive changes for two topics that perhaps were not as prominent in the election campaign as we would have liked: climate justice and peace.
6 ways our new government could build a peaceful and sustainable world
Straight, not narrow: John Lampen addresses some misconceptions over the Peace Testimony
Some recent writing in the Friend has implied that our Peace Testimony contains a duty not to take sides when faced with the world's conflicts. This is a misunderstanding that could mislead Friends, and give a wrong impression about our peace witness.
Straight, not narrow: John Lampen addresses some misconceptions over the Peace Testimony
The ones who are forgotten on Remembrance Day
It's said that truth is the first victim of war. If that's so, then close on truth's heels is a second victim: the right not to take part in it.
The ones who are forgotten on Remembrance Day
Remembering Srebrenica: 30 years on
Friday 11 July 2025 will mark 30 years since the massacre at Srebrenica, when over 8,000 Bosniak (Bosnian Muslim) men, and boys over 12, were murdered in the town in the worst single event of the Bosnian civil war of 1992–1995. Churches have come together to organise events to mark this anniversary, and we encourage Quakers to support them.
Remembering Srebrenica: 30 years on
Faith based witness is needed more than ever, and there is plenty to get involved in
Over the last few months Quakers in Britain staff have been hearing from many Quakers concerned about the crackdown on dissent. Most are outraged; some are resigned, others scared. Many more want to do something but are confused about what is and isn't 'permissible' in a rapidly changing context.
Faith-based witness is needed more than ever, and there is plenty to get involved in
How the DSEI arms fair fuels wars and repression
Past events have showcased illegal leg irons, waist chains and electric batons as well as internationally banned cluster bombs.
How the DSEI arms fair fuels wars and repression
Why are Quakers always at protests?
Student Christian Movement (SCM) staff member Phoebe says "if she ever needs anything/feels worried at a protest, she always looks for a lesbian or a Quaker to help her out" (according to their Facebook post).
Why are Quakers always at protests?