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AFSC works for a just, peaceful, and sustainable world free of violence, inequality, and oppression. We join with people and partners worldwide to meet urgent community needs, challenge injustice, and build peace.
TONIGHT! Join us at 7pm ET for a discussion on the intersections of U.S. militarization and Israel’s genocide in Gaza. We will be joined by Columbia University graduate and activist Mahmoud Khalil and U.S. Representative Delia Ramirez. Register:
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Come join @afsc-org.bsky.social and the National Committee on North Korea (NCNK) for this panel discussion on the role of trust in advancing both humanitarian efforts and diplomatic progress between the U.S. and North Korea.
📅 August 5
⏰ 6:00pm EST
🔗 Register bit.ly/3ITppKK
Join us tonight, July 15 at 8pm ET to learn how you can Protect, Resist and Build with AFSC.
We will discuss how we can resist harmful policies and advocate for a just, peaceful future for all.
Sign up: www.mobilize.us/afsc/event/7...
Check out this special episode of the Houses on the Moon podcast, AFSC's Amy Gottlieb interviews New Yorker writer @jonathanblitzer.bsky.social about his book, Everyone who is gone is here, and his reporting on US-Central American relations.
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Today, the fourth of July marks the birth of our nation. But it also serves as a reminder that our country was built by immigrants from all over the world.
We know our communities are stronger with immigrants.
Here are six ways you can support immigrants right now:
Black and white photo of Ismail Abu Hatab on a white background with the words "Rest in peace Ismail Abu Hatab" below.
Yesterday, Israel bombed the Al Baqa Cafe in Gaza City Beach killing dear friend and former AFSC photographer, Ismail Abu Hatab and injuring three AFSC Palestine Youth Program participants.
Read more: afsc.org/newsroom/we-...
White text on black background with white AFSC logo, text reads: Today the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that lower courts cannot issue nationwide injunctions against President Trump’s efforts to curtail birthright citizenship. This decision is an affront to constitutional rights, common sense, and the wellbeing of our communities. It also undermines the legal system as a whole and the ability of federal courts to put a check on presidential power in particular. However, the Supreme Court did not rule on the issue of birthright citizenship itself. We will continue to work with partners and communities across the country to challenge both unjust immigration policies and authoritarianism more broadly. We will be in congress, in the courts, in our communities, and in the streets working for a world where democracy is upheld and our families are not torn apart. Our communities are stronger and safer with immigrants.
Today the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that lower courts cannot issue nationwide injunctions against President Trump’s efforts to curtail #birthright citizenship.
Our communities are stronger and safer with immigrants.
On June 13, Israel launched airstrikes against Iran. This attack further threatens global and regional security.
Tell Congress to take steps to end Israeli acts of aggression and work toward lasting peace and security for all.
Humanization over militarization
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Red heading that reads: No war with Iran! And white text that reads: The U.S. and the international community must make every effort to stop Israel’s violence and expansionist agenda in the region. Early this morning, Israel launched airstrikes against Iran, targeting locations across the country. Israel’s unilateral attack represents a significant escalation, threatening regional and global security. In the last week alone, Israel has continued its genocidal campaign in Gaza, bombed Yemen and Syria, and relentlessly attacked Lebanon in violation of the ceasefire agreement.
NO WAR ON IRAN!
The U.S. and the international community must make every effort to stop Israel’s violence and expansionist agenda in the region.
Visual flowchart showing when it is legal for California law enforcement to use "less lethal" weapons. I don't feel comfortable capturing flowchart legal advice in paragraph form - please check out the link and read the text there, thank you!
When is it legal for CA law enforcement to use tear gas, rubber bullets, and pepper spray for crowd control? A flowchart explainer from @afsc-org.bsky.social. Please share!
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Thank you for sharing!
13.06.2025 16:20 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0The US has sent Israel $30B in weapons, enabling atrocities against Palestinians since Oct. 2023.
@repdeliaramirez @RepSaraJacobs @RepJayapal & @RepMarkPocan have introduced the Block the Bombs Act to save lives by stopping the flow of US weapons. blockthebombs.org
Read more: afsc.org/newsroom/afs...
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White text on black background that reads: Yesterday the Trump administration instituted a new travel ban that bars people from traveling to the U.S. from Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, the Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. The ban also puts restrictions on people from Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. This order will separate families, exile U.S. residents traveling abroad, and prevent students and workers from traveling to the U.S. It will also likely stoke xenophobia and discrimination against Muslims, immigrants, and people of color.
White text on black background that reads: Banning people from the U.S. based on their country of origin is racist and immoral and must be categorically opposed. As a Quaker organization, we welcome everyone. We honor the Light in each one of us. We call on people of conscience to join us in speaking out against these discriminatory policies and demanding dignity and fair treatment for all.
Banning people from the U.S. based on their country of origin is racist and immoral and must be categorically opposed.
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White text on a black background that reads: On Sunday, a man in Boulder, CO attacked participants at a “Run For Their Lives” event, injuring 12 people. This comes a week after two Israeli Embassy staffers were shot and killed in Washington, DC. As a Quaker organization, AFSC firmly opposes violence in all its forms. No one should face violence, detention, or repression for exercising their right to free speech. We hold the victims and their loved ones in the Light. Over the same week, Israel escalated airstrikes on Palestinians in Gaza. On Sunday the Israeli military opened fire on starving people waiting for food, killing more than 30 and injuring dozens more. Today Israeli soldiers shot and killed another 27 people trying to access food. We hold the victims and their loved ones in the Light.
04.06.2025 20:32 — 👍 8 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0We're proud to be part of this campaign!
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Screenshot of afsc.org webpage titled: Philly “People’s Tribunal” will charge PA Congressional Delegation with complicity in Gaza genocide
This Saturday, May 31, Philadelphia peace and justice orgs will hold a “People’s Tribunal on War Crimes & Genocide in Gaza” to present the case that US government officials are complicit in funding and supporting Israel’s war crimes and genocide in Gaza.
afsc.org/newsroom/phi...
Our friends at Britain Yearly Meeting (@quaker.org.uk) have joined @afsccolorado.bsky.social and many Quaker groups in recognizing that the Israeli gov't is committing genocide in Gaza.
People of all faiths from across the world are calling for an end to the genocide and #CeasefireNow
Join us for AFSC Action Hour for Palestine today, 5/9 at noon ET! Yousef Aljamal and @brant-rosen.bsky.social will be discussing how we can talk about the Nakba with our friends and family. Sign up: afsc.org/actionhour
09.05.2025 15:06 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Read the joint statement from 55 organizations here: afsc.org/newsroom/isr...
07.05.2025 14:26 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0We are calling on states, donors, and the international community to refrain from complying with measures that compromise the protection of civilians and set a dangerous precedent for humanitarian operations globally.
07.05.2025 14:26 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0These rules and related legislation are also designed to silence organizations and threaten civil society as a whole. Israel is attempting to turn aid into an instrument of repression against Palestinians.
07.05.2025 14:26 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0We cannot accept measures that penalize humanitarian work or expose staff to retaliation.
07.05.2025 14:26 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0These new rules condition humanitarian operations to comply with a politicized registration process forcing organizations to violate international law. This obstructs humanitarian action; it places staff in danger and weakens our ability to partner, fund, and protect civilians.
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Screenshot of an AFSC webpage with the title heading: "Israel's new INGO registration measure are a grave threat to humanitarian operations and international law"
AFSC joins with 54 other international organizations in speaking out against Israel’s new registration procedures. Israel is seeking to legitimize the dismantling of principled humanitarian architecture and further the annexation and ethnic cleansing of Palestinians.
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A group of 5 people moving dirt from a tray into a wheel barrow.
A group of three people tending to new seedlings in a raised bed garden.
A person holding up a single seedling with a person in the background.
Today is #GiveNOLADay! Help us reach our $5000 goal.
Your contribution to our Peace by Piece program would support food access and security in New Orleans—through our community garden workshops, food giveaways, and composting program.
Give today: www.givenola.org/organization...
Join us on AFSC Action Hour for Palestine #webinar at noon ET to hear from a special guest from Gaza and a debrief from JVP gathering. Sign up: afsc.org/actionhour
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