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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.
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Child Sexual Abuse Report: faith bodies are failing children
2 September 2021
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) is providing space for victims and survivors of sexual abuse to speak of their horrific experience, of lives ruined and health destroyed. Their experience informed the investigation into child protection in religious organisations and settings. Quakers in Britain welcome the investigation report which has been published today by The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA).
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Exploring the difference we can make in the world as young Quakers
16 June 2021
Young Quakers are eagerly looking forward to online Yearly Meeting Gathering next month.
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Bookings to open for Quaker Gathering
17 May 2021
This summer, Quakers across Britain are set to explore a three-week festival of their faith. An adventurous Yearly Meeting Gathering will be online, with worship and sessions for all ages.
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Yearly Meeting Gathering − “For our comfort and discomfort”
14 April 2021
Quakers in Britain are planning their Yearly Meeting Gathering 2021 to nurture and inspire the Quaker community, saying “In these extraordinary and challenging times, we have seen that it is possible to make changes in our way of life. We have hope. We trust the leadings of love and truth will come right."