CFSC (Quakers)

This is our last post. We're 1 of 10 Quaker organizations withdrawing from X today. Find out why: quakerservice.ca/news/ten-quake… Instagram: Instagram.com/CFSCQuakers FB: Facebook.com/CFSCQuakers YouTube: @CFSCQuakers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">YouTube.com/@CFSCQuakers TikTok: @CFSCQuakers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">TikTok.com/@CFSCQuakers Hope to see you there :)

Curiosity is energizing! You don't have to agree with someone to gain a fresh perspective from them. When you're listening and ready to learn, it may help them to open up to your experiences and ideas too. youtu.be/569pTsBd-vg?si… QuakerService.ca/Tips

I just made a donation to @CFSCQuakers to support #socialjustice, #peace, and #humanrights! #dogood #Quakers quakerservice.ca/about/donate/ Time to put pacifism to work! We are in need of skills that resolve conflicts non-violently.

Did you know that today Canada's Senate will vote on an important measure related to the human rights of people who are incarcerated: "Tona's Law"? #HumanRightsDay #HumanRights #Cdnpoli

CFSC's Indigenous Rights Program Coordinator Jenn Preston is in #Aotearoa #NewZealand this week with Indigenous and non-Indigenous activists and academics from the Global Indigenous Rights Research Network! More about our work: QuakerService.ca/UNDeclaration #Quakers #HumanRights

Join us tonight for a great discussion! QuakerService.ca/DiscussionGroup #CivilLiberties #CdnPoli #HumanRights #Dissent

5/5 Governments must do everything in their power to stop Israel’s genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. They must halt all arms transfers or risk becoming complicit in genocide. amnesty.ca/GazaGenocide #EndGazaGenocide

1/5 A groundbreaking @Amnesty report published today concludes Israeli authorities are committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Amnesty.ca/GazaGenocide #EndGazaGenocide

Words have the power to trigger pain as severe as being physically attacked. When we feel threatened in conflicts, it can be hard to keep engaging in open and constructive ways. Do your best to sincerely help everyone feel as safe as possible: youtube.com/shorts/Vy6zwnJ…

This #GivingTuesday support justice and peace by donating to Canadian Friends Service Committee (#Quakers) QuakerService.ca/GivingTuesday

Is Your Relationship a Battleground? Oppose and Propose | Psychology Today psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/are-… #Relationships #RelationshipAdvice #Conflict #CommunicationSkills

🔥New Video Release! 🔥 For 22 years Grassy Narrows has succeeded in defending their land and way of life, helping to build the movement for Indigenous sovereignty and land back. On Dec 2nd Grassy Narrows celebrates this important anniversary. #FreeGrassy #GrassyNarrows

youtube.com/watch?v=VbEoIk… See all the weekly tips for better conflicts or get them by email QuakerService.ca/Tips #effectivecommunication #communicationskills #emotions #conflict #conflicttransformation #conflictresolution #relationshipskills #healthyrelationships

Looks like a lotta of you are leaving X these days. Understandable! You can connect with us on: Instagram: Instagram.com/CFSCQuakers FB: Facebook.com/CFSCQuakers YouTube: @CFSCQuakers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">YouTube.com/@CFSCQuakers TikTok: @CFSCQuakers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">TikTok.com/@CFSCQuakers Hope to see you there :)

Join us on November 21 for this free panel discussion. Register now!

Join our monthly discussion group on Dec 5, 7 pm Eastern. Free. All welcome. Find the short articles we'll be chatting about and a link to register at QuakerService.ca/DiscussionGroup #criminializationofdissent #Quakers #civilliberties

Do you even want to engage in this conflict? High-quality conflicts take some work and skill. Before you get started, know if you're committed to this or not. You can get weekly tips directly in your email inbox: QuakerService.ca/Tips youtube.com/watch?v=mOp8EW…

Ottawa Monthly Meeting will be welcoming Karen Ridd, CFSC Transformative Justice Program Coordinator to share about her story and work. Topic: "Walking the Talk: Restorative Justice in our Hands" Time: Nov 18, 2024 7pm-9 pm EST us02web.zoom.us/j/84544814410... Passcode: 661265

“For too long, #CBSA has evaded independent review & been allowed to self-police all complaints. The new Public Complaints & Review Commission created by Bill C-20 is an important step toward greater accountability” said ICLMG, 1 of 9 orgs that worked to improve C-20. 1/ #cdnpoli

This week's conflict tip! Do you care about having a positive relationship with this person? Threats, punishment & other coercion are less successful over time compared to simple respect & listening. Let go of the desire to dominate or control. #EffectiveCommunication