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Share your time and change lives

Updated 12 September 2025

So many of us throughout our lives have been touched by the selfless (and unpaid) service of others – from the welcome cup of tea in a hospital waiting room to the Brownie leaders, amateur football coaches, the voice at the end of a helpline and those who run the food banks. How much less rich our lives would be without those who share their precious time looking after us.

Hero Volunteers

Organisation updates

APC 21-23 November 2025

Updated 4 December 2025

The Agenda Planning Committee (APC) of Yearly Meeting met to continue its work in planning for Yearly Meeting sessions from July 2026 onward.

APC 21-23 November 2025

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Created 13 April 2015

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Make 2017 a turning point for peace

Updated 23 May 2017

At the close of a turbulent year, Paul Parker, Recording Clerk for Quakers in Britain, has spoken publicly following recent attacks in Berlin, Egypt and elsewhere.

Make 2017 a turning point for peace

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Westminster attack

Updated 22 March 2017

Following events today in London, Paul Parker, Recording Clerk for Quakers in Britain, made this statement.

Westminster attack

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Building a culture of sanctuary in Refugee Week

Updated 31 May 2017

Quakers in Britain have announced a packed programme of events to mark Refugee Week (19–25 June), exploring the role of culture in shaping attitudes to newcomers.

Building a culture of sanctuary

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Quakers say there's room for more

Updated 24 September 2018

Across the country, Quakers are preparing a feast of opportunities to welcome everyone to see how the Quaker faith makes a difference, during national Quaker Week, Saturday 29 September to Sunday 7 October.

Quakers say there's room for more

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Join the Hibakusha's call to eliminate nuclear weapons

Updated 16 July 2020

In the coming weeks, Quakers across Britain will be among millions around the world solemnly marking the 75th anniversary of the atomic bombs which destroyed Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Join the Hibakusha's call to eliminate nuclear weapons

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Pandemic prompts new ways of Quaker worship and witness

Updated 20 November 2020

Quakers in Britain are set to decide whether to create an online festival for their Yearly Meeting next year.

Pandemic prompts new ways of Quaker worship and witness

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Friends House opens for bookings

Updated 26 May 2021

As restrictions around Covid-19 change, Friends House is open for event bookings. Quakers warmly welcome you to the ethical and sustainable venue opposite Euston Station.

Friends House welcomes bookings