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Long-Overdue Ceasefire

After more than 15 months of horrific violence in Gaza and across the Middle East, it’s welcome that Israel and Hamas have agreed to exchange dozens of hostages and commit to a temporary pause in fighting. These exchanges acknowledge a fundamental truth: every life has inherent value, whether they are Israeli or Palestinian.

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Our 2024 Annual Meeting: Advocacy that Never Gives Up brought together hundreds of Friends online and in Washington, D.C., from November 13-17 to learn, lobby, worship, and chart FCNL’s future.

This was a powerful time of fellowship and worship as we advocated together for a more just and peaceful world.

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Quakers in Action

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Young Adult Advocacy

Issues We Work On

We seek a world free of war and the threat of war.

We seek a society with equity and justice for all.

We seek a community where every person's potential may be fulfilled.

We seek an earth restored.

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Welcome the 119th Congress with Action

A new session of Congress brings many opportunities for FCNL’s work. In the 119th Congress, there are more than 70 new representatives and senators. Returning members are taking on new leadership roles and committee assignments. On FCNL’s key issues for the 119th Congress, we must welcome and engage with action.

Join FCNL’s team to learn about the top issues we’ll be mobilizing around in the coming months and how you can be an effective advocate, promote FCNL’s policy solutions, and build strong relationships.

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January: Intro to Advocacy with FCNL

Join us for an engaging and informative session on how you can effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to you. At FCNL, we believe in the power of grassroots advocacy to bring about positive change, and we’re excited to share valuable insights and strategies with you.

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February: Intro to Advocacy with FCNL

Join us for an engaging and informative session on how you can effectively advocate for the issues that matter most to you. At FCNL, we believe in the power of grassroots advocacy to bring about positive change, and we’re excited to share valuable insights and strategies with you.