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British schools recognised for peace work as war continues in Ukraine
9 December 2022
School peer mediators trained by a Quaker-rooted charity were recognised for their work in resolving conflicts at the National Mediation Awards in Parliament on 8 December.
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Quaker school student held by Israeli military released under house arrest
30 November 2022
A 16-year-old student at a Quaker school in Palestine has been released under house arrest after 40 days in prison.
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“Share your light” – Quakers throw open their doors to families this Quaker Week
21 September 2022
This Quaker Week, Quaker communities up and down the country are inviting everyone in to share meals, conversation, all-age craft activities, and Quaker meeting.
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Summer fun and connections for young Quakers
7 September 2022
As the new school year gets underway, young Quakers are looking back on summer residentials spent with friends old and new, expanding their understanding of Quaker life and beliefs.
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Put peace at the heart of education, Quakers say
11 May 2022
A new report from Quakers in Britain examines the use of peaceful and just learning environments to tackle the problems facing British school children, from mental ill-health to violence.
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"Our faith does not permit us to stand by": Quakers' statement ahead of COP26
21 October 2021
Quakers in Britain are calling for just solutions to the climate crisis and encouraging Friends to join the global day of action on Saturday 6 November, in a statement published in advance of the UN COP26 climate negotiations.