Acadia Quakers Step Up
Acadia Friends lead and serve by choosing . . .
Diversity not Division
Mano en Mano: Supporting immigrant and farmworker communities to thrive in Maine
Supporting Mano en Mano and providing “Resources to Support Immigration Justice”
Supporting Kakamega Care Centre, Friends of Kenya Rising and Ramallah (Palestine) Friends School
Partnering with Maine tribal organizations to advocate for Wabanaki rights and reconciliation
Welcoming and affirming individuals, partners and families from all faiths, races, cultures and orientations
Listening not Lecturing
Young Quakers join Friends Committee on National Legislation to meet with Rep. John Lewis. (FCNL)
Promoting Quaker values in government policis - Friends Committee on National Legislation
Addressing AI issues - Quaker Institute for the Future
Working worldwide for just peace, economics and immigration - American Friends Service Committee
Offering spirit-led learning, retreats and community - Pendle Hill Quaker Center
Highlighting contributions and concerns of Quakers of Color - The Black Quaker Project
Connecting with wider circles of Friends - Vassalboro Quarterly Meeting, New England Yearly Meeting, Friends General Conference
Action not Apathy
MDI High School senior, Lucien Avila-Gatz, receives Acadia Friends’ “Peace Award” from member Carol Woolman.
Funding the annual “Peace Award” at MDI High School
Addressing national and local concerns through our Peace and Social Justice Committee
Organizing and attending regional events that speak truth to power
Supporting Friends Camp in South China, Maine