Issues

 

Issues


Economic Justice in the United States

AFSC's Economic Justice programs advocate for good public benefits and services, and help communities organize for social change. Learn about and engage in creating a fairer economy.


Immigrants' Rights

Photo from the Immigrant Worker Freedom Ride

AFSC’s work with immigrant communities reflects our commitment to support the rights and dignity of all people, regardless of legal status. This issue section includes resources and perspectives on the movement for immigrants’ rights inside the United States. More>


Iraq: Wage Peace Campaign

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AFSC's Wage Peace Campaign is building a diverse and vocal constituency to end the war in Iraq. Please watch the Wage Peace movie, sign the Iraq Peace Petition, visit the Eyes Wide Open exhibition, get a bracelet, and join our email newsletter for action alerts. More>


Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

Photo from Palestinian-Israeli Conflict

AFSC continues its work in the region — which stretches back to World War II — by promoting a just and lasting peace for Palestinians and Israelis. More>

 

 

 

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Rights and Recognition

The central concept of Quakerism, that there is a direct relationship between God and the individual, and that each person is therefore uniquely precious, leads naturally to a respect for human beings in all their great diversity. This understanding is at the heart of AFSC's long-standing commitment to work and support of LGBT people. More>


Trade Matters

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Moral and spiritual principles provide guidance on issues raised by international trade and investment. See why AFSC opposes CAFTA and learn more about the movement for fair trade. More>


Africa: Life Over Debt

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Features resources and opportunities for you to learn about Africa, find ways to get involved in local programs, and learn what AFSC is doing in Africa and in the U.S. about African issues. More

 

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Our major efforts are focused in these six areas:

Criminal Justice / New Visions of Justice

Economic Justice

Humanitarian Assistance

Immigration / Migration

Peacebuilding / Conflict Prevention

Youth

We also work directly with various cultural and community groups to achieve equality and human rights.