Quakers from Brooklyn and Queens are partnering with faith, interfaith, and other groups to organize a 265 mile solidarity walk from Flushing, Queens to Washington, DC. In a time where our democracy and first amendment freedoms are under attack, the goal is to invite faith communities and concerned neighbors across the country to stand in unity with all individuals who are being unfairly and unconstitutionally targeted by this administration as well as send a message about our shared humanity. The three week walk will be punctuated by events and demonstrations building energy and momentum towards the arrival in Washington D.C. as well as motivating communities to stand up for our basic freedoms. When the walkers arrive in D.C., they will deliver a historical petition called the Flushing Remonstrance and a series of demands to members of congress.
immigrants’ rights
AFSC Presentation at Gwynedd Friends Meeting
Join us on Sunday, March 30th for a presentation from Ainsley Bruton, AFSC’s Quaker Engagement Coordinator, about AFSC’s work to promote peace and justice around the world. Ainsley will share some information about AFSC’s economic activism, efforts to de-militarize police forces, peacemaking in Palestine and Israel, immigration justice, and more. Ainsley will also be connecting with Friends to learn more about peace and justice work being done at Gwynedd Friends.
How Meetings Can Support the Lawsuit?
Friends and meetings want to be able to support the lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security. While there is not a direct role, such as joining the suit, there are a number of important things that can be done.
