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Hunger Strikes Resume in California Prison

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Hunger Striker Logo

This logo was developed by the hunger strikers in Pelican Bay State Penitentiary.

[Updated] On September 26, thousands of California prisoners inside and outside the state resumed their hunger strike to protest the conditions of solitary confinement.   The strike was suspended after three weeks in July to give officials time they said they needed to respond to prisoner demands. 

US Should Press for Peace, Not Punishment for Palestine

United Nations Building

United Nations Building

United Nations building in New York City.

As tensions rise over the Palestinians’ bid for statehood recognition from the United Nations, AFSC has joined other Quaker organizations in a call for the US to play a constructive role creating a path to peace, not punishment.

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Youth in Palestine uplift their communities

Youth from across Palestine take active roles to address issues affecting their communities.

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Call Congress Now: Make the Federal Budget Reflect Our Values

As thousands protest the government's skewed priorities in the streets of New York and cities across the country, the twelve legislators on the "super committee" hold immense power over the US federal budget. They are  preparing to make recommendations that could impact us all for many years to come.

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Help us Move the Money away from war and back into our communities.

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AFSC is a Quaker organization devoted to service, development, and peace programs throughout the world. Our work is based on the belief in the worth of every person, and faith in the power of love to overcome violence and injustice. Learn more

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AFSC has office around the world. To see a complete list see the Where We Work page.

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