Shan Cretin

Toward Peace and Justice: Tax Day 2012

Dear Friends,

Tomorrow is the last day to file your federal taxes for 2012. For Tax Day this year, AFSC is working hard to make clear how the choices in our federal budget affect communities across the U.S. Like you, AFSC wants:

Toward Peace and Justice: March 2012

Towards Peace and Justice: March 2012, Caroline Isaacs Picture

Caroline Issacs

This month’s program update conference call will feature Caroline Isaacs, AFSC’s Program Director in Tucson Arizona. Caroline recently released a 100-page report detailing problems in that state’s private prisons.  Already the report has received national attention, and had an impact on policy in Arizona.

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Building Foundations for Lasting Peace

 

Dear Friend,

At AFSC we believe that lasting peace is built on a foundation of respect for the diverse cultures and experiences that enrich our global family. We tap all kinds of resources—physical and spiritual—to share personal stories, create digital connections, and honor the creativity with which people everywhere work to transform the scourge of violence in their communities and their countries.

AFSC's Program Update November 2011

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November 2011 Program Update with Michael McConnell

This is a recording of the American Friends Service Committee’s Monthly Program Update call from November 10, 2011 with General Secretary Shan Cretin and Great Lakes Regional Director Michael McConnell, who is based out of Chicago.

They discussed AFSC’s work for Economic Justice, including discussion of the ‘Human Cost’ of war banners and the ‘Windows and Mirrors mural exhibit. They also covered AFSC involvement with ‘Occupy Together’ and resources such as ‘Move the Money Toolkit’ and the ‘If I Had a Trillion Dollars’ youth film contest and festival.

Message from Shan Cretin, October 2011

Dear Friend,

Recently, I had the privilege of visiting AFSC’s pro-grams in the Middle East and Africa. I returned hopeful and inspired that peace is truly possible, even in places emerging from decades of brutal civil war, military occupation, and violent political struggles.

I met young people determined to claim their right to a peaceful future in Gaza and the West Bank. I witnessed deep commitment to healing the wounds of past violence among returning refugees, ex-combatants, and long-time residents of a Peace Village in Burundi.

AFSC's Program Update October 2011

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October 2011 Program Update with Arnie Alpert

This is a recording of the American Friends Service Committee monthly donor call and program update from October 13, 2011 with General Secretary Shan Cretin and New Hampshire Program Coordinator Arnie Alpert. They discussed AFSC's work for Economic Justice, the federal budget, the cost of 10 years of war, and the growing protest movement around the US.

Learn more about the monthly program update.

Shan Cretin Reports from Burundi

Shan visits Burundi "Peace Village"

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Shan Cretin, AFSC General Secretary joins clean up campaign aimed at enhancing social cohesion at a "Peace Village" outside Bujumbura, Burundi.
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AFSC General Secretary Shan Cretin visited Burundi last week to see our work to support that country's Truth and Reconcilation process.

Shan Cretin Visits Hatcliffe Extension in Zimbabwe

Shan planing in Africa

Shan completes the planing of a plank for a door

Shan completes the planing of a plank for a door to be used in the building of a new home in Hatcliffe Extension.
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General Secretary Shan Cretin sent this report on her visit to the Hatcliffee Extension in Zimbabwe.

Shan Cretin Reports from Zimbabwe

Meeting with Shan and Father Barry Harrod Barry of Silveira House

From left, Shan Cretin, Fr. Barry Harrod of Silveira House, and Nthanbiseng Nkom

From left, Shan Cretin, Fr. Barry Harrod of Silveira House, and Nthanbiseng Nkomo of AFSC’s Zimbabwe program discuss the Hatcliffe project.

General Secretary Shan Cretin reports back during her visit to AFSC's programs in Africa.

A Different Way to Mark Veterans Day

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shan with mayor akiba

Shan Cretin and Mayor Akiba discuss issues on the table at the Nobel Peace Laureates Summit. View the slideshow.

While the U.S. marked Veterans Day, the AFSC’s delegation to this week’s Nobel Peace Laureates Summit observed Armistice Day, the holiday’s original designation, by meeting with Hiroshima’s Mayor, several fellow/sister laureates, and joining other peace advocates in Hiroshima, Japan.

A Message from AFSC General Secretary Shan Cretin (2010)

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AFSC's new General Secretary Shan Cretin, talks about our rich history and ongoing work to bring peace and justice to the world.

Who we are

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

Where we work

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

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