Quakers and Activism

Beliefs into Action

Quakers are associated with social justice as a way to worship that of God in everyone (no exceptions!) But it is not enough for us to rest on the deeds of our courageous predecessors. These are some of the many recent Beliefs into Action campaigns of our Meeting.

All are welcome to participate in the Beliefs into Action committee.

Prison Reform

the rights of the incarcerated
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Equal Justice Initiative

lynching in America and making right relationship
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Eyes Wide Open

an Exhibit from American Friends Service Committee featuring empty military boots for each U.S. military casualty in Iraq and Afghanistan, between 2004 and 2006. The Meeting helped bring the exhibit to the Lower Merion area.
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Food Insecurity

satiety and nourishment are not the same
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Carbon Neutral Investing is Earth-Wise

Non violent direct action makes banks accountable to more than profit
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Gun Control

pressuring irresponsible local dealers to close up shop
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Police Brutality is Racist

joining with Wayland Temple Baptist Church and the Sisters of Mercy to implore the community to not look away
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Protecting Family Farms

Jonathan Snipes of the Snipes Family Farm spoke to us about sustainable agriculture practices.
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A life for peace and justice

George Lakey spoke to the meeting about his lifelong activist work.
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