Meccles
@mijecc.bsky.social
Live in Birmingham, a Quaker, work for Europe & Middle East Quakers, have 2 daughters, European, fair weather cyclist, spend most days pacing the streets of B30.
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The defection of Suella Braverman, who was sacked twice from Government in disgrace, spent £700m of taxpayers' money to send four volunteers to Rwanda on a deportation scheme that was then scrapped and has a public approval rating of minus 32 is currently being described as a "major coup" for Reform
January 26, 2026 at 2:39 PM
The defection of Suella Braverman, who was sacked twice from Government in disgrace, spent £700m of taxpayers' money to send four volunteers to Rwanda on a deportation scheme that was then scrapped and has a public approval rating of minus 32 is currently being described as a "major coup" for Reform
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"I feel like there is God in me... like there is a candle in me. God is not 'there' but he is here." Sikhuphukile Nare, a Quaker from Zimbabwe, shares her inward experience of worship. You can watch it here, and if her words speak to you, please do help us share her message. youtu.be/6DvxC9N5tZI?...
"There is God in me" - A Young Quaker on Faith and Global Quakerism
YouTube video by FWCC World Office
youtu.be
January 21, 2026 at 2:56 PM
"I feel like there is God in me... like there is a candle in me. God is not 'there' but he is here." Sikhuphukile Nare, a Quaker from Zimbabwe, shares her inward experience of worship. You can watch it here, and if her words speak to you, please do help us share her message. youtu.be/6DvxC9N5tZI?...
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The sled began to move down the hill.
“Here we go!” said Frog.
“Here we go!” said Frog.
January 19, 2026 at 11:37 PM
The sled began to move down the hill.
“Here we go!” said Frog.
“Here we go!” said Frog.
Such good news: www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
UK to rejoin EU’s Erasmus student exchange programme
Exclusive: British students will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027, sources say
www.theguardian.com
December 16, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Such good news: www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
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Introducing the all new quno.org!
Developed in conjunction with Circular Design, the newly reimagined QUNO website is now live. We invite you to visit to learn about who we are and what we do with the UN and our partners in service of peace.
Visit here: www.quno.org
Developed in conjunction with Circular Design, the newly reimagined QUNO website is now live. We invite you to visit to learn about who we are and what we do with the UN and our partners in service of peace.
Visit here: www.quno.org
Quaker United Nations Office | QUNO
Discover the Quaker United Nations Office's vital work in promoting peace, justice, and sustainability globally. Join us in making a meaningful impact today.
QUNO.org
November 14, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Introducing the all new quno.org!
Developed in conjunction with Circular Design, the newly reimagined QUNO website is now live. We invite you to visit to learn about who we are and what we do with the UN and our partners in service of peace.
Visit here: www.quno.org
Developed in conjunction with Circular Design, the newly reimagined QUNO website is now live. We invite you to visit to learn about who we are and what we do with the UN and our partners in service of peace.
Visit here: www.quno.org
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December 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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How many times do we need to point this out?
By appeasing the far right, you do not weaken it. You strengthen it.
While weakening your own position.
There's a vast amount of academic research showing this.
But Labour will not listen.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/dec...
By appeasing the far right, you do not weaken it. You strengthen it.
While weakening your own position.
There's a vast amount of academic research showing this.
But Labour will not listen.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/dec...
Starmer urges Europe’s leaders to curb ECHR to halt rise of far right
Exclusive: PM calls for members of European convention on human rights to allow tougher action to protect borders
www.theguardian.com
December 10, 2025 at 10:56 AM
How many times do we need to point this out?
By appeasing the far right, you do not weaken it. You strengthen it.
While weakening your own position.
There's a vast amount of academic research showing this.
But Labour will not listen.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/dec...
By appeasing the far right, you do not weaken it. You strengthen it.
While weakening your own position.
There's a vast amount of academic research showing this.
But Labour will not listen.
www.theguardian.com/law/2025/dec...
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🗨️ Read 7 inspiring quotes from quakers in our network explaining what human rights mean to them!
#HumanRIghtsDay
#HumanRIghtsDay
December 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
🗨️ Read 7 inspiring quotes from quakers in our network explaining what human rights mean to them!
#HumanRIghtsDay
#HumanRIghtsDay
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106 people will be killed on Birmingham's roads next council term.
Along with 15 organisations, we're calling for Birmingham's future leaders to adopt 10 practical steps to prevent these deaths and many more serious injuries.
Who will make Birmingham's roads safer?
Along with 15 organisations, we're calling for Birmingham's future leaders to adopt 10 practical steps to prevent these deaths and many more serious injuries.
Who will make Birmingham's roads safer?
Will you make Birmingham's roads safer?
Better Streets joins with 15 organisations to make ten asks of tomorrow's politicians to address road safety.
betterstreetsforbirmingham.org
December 5, 2025 at 9:10 AM
106 people will be killed on Birmingham's roads next council term.
Along with 15 organisations, we're calling for Birmingham's future leaders to adopt 10 practical steps to prevent these deaths and many more serious injuries.
Who will make Birmingham's roads safer?
Along with 15 organisations, we're calling for Birmingham's future leaders to adopt 10 practical steps to prevent these deaths and many more serious injuries.
Who will make Birmingham's roads safer?
Join Quakers from around Europe & the Middle East at an All Age Gathering in August 2026, to build community through worship, discussion and play. More info: fwccemes.org/calendar/eme...
@globalquakers.bsky.social @quaker.org.uk @quakerireland.bsky.social @woodbrooke.bsky.social @qcea.bsky.social
@globalquakers.bsky.social @quaker.org.uk @quakerireland.bsky.social @woodbrooke.bsky.social @qcea.bsky.social
December 4, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Join Quakers from around Europe & the Middle East at an All Age Gathering in August 2026, to build community through worship, discussion and play. More info: fwccemes.org/calendar/eme...
@globalquakers.bsky.social @quaker.org.uk @quakerireland.bsky.social @woodbrooke.bsky.social @qcea.bsky.social
@globalquakers.bsky.social @quaker.org.uk @quakerireland.bsky.social @woodbrooke.bsky.social @qcea.bsky.social
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Quakers in Britain welcomes the announcement by our government today to formally recognise the State of Palestine. We see this as a first step to right a historic wrong. Read the full story here 👇
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
UK recognition of Palestine: a first step to right a historic wrong
Quakers in Britain welcome the announcement by our government today to formally recognise the State of Palestine.
www.quaker.org.uk
September 21, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Quakers in Britain welcomes the announcement by our government today to formally recognise the State of Palestine. We see this as a first step to right a historic wrong. Read the full story here 👇
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Aviation expansion is a disaster for the climate crisis.
Anyone who's been paying any attention to this shambles of a Labour Govenrment knows they don't care about people in poverty, don't care about nature nor for the planet.
Just big business & their own interests.
#Gatwick
Anyone who's been paying any attention to this shambles of a Labour Govenrment knows they don't care about people in poverty, don't care about nature nor for the planet.
Just big business & their own interests.
#Gatwick
September 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Aviation expansion is a disaster for the climate crisis.
Anyone who's been paying any attention to this shambles of a Labour Govenrment knows they don't care about people in poverty, don't care about nature nor for the planet.
Just big business & their own interests.
#Gatwick
Anyone who's been paying any attention to this shambles of a Labour Govenrment knows they don't care about people in poverty, don't care about nature nor for the planet.
Just big business & their own interests.
#Gatwick
@globalquakers.bsky.social Save the date: All Age Gathering - 8-15 August 2026. Join an All Age Gathering of Friends on the 8-15 August 2026 near Cologne, Germany, organised by FWCC Europe & Middle East Section and Europe & Middle East Young Friends.
More information: fwccemes.org/calendar/eme...
More information: fwccemes.org/calendar/eme...
September 10, 2025 at 1:26 PM
@globalquakers.bsky.social Save the date: All Age Gathering - 8-15 August 2026. Join an All Age Gathering of Friends on the 8-15 August 2026 near Cologne, Germany, organised by FWCC Europe & Middle East Section and Europe & Middle East Young Friends.
More information: fwccemes.org/calendar/eme...
More information: fwccemes.org/calendar/eme...
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It’s time to resist the DSEI arms fair.
This week, Quakers will join activists of all faiths and none in challenging the arms dealers who profit from death and destruction.
Find the full information from Quaker Roots here:
This week, Quakers will join activists of all faiths and none in challenging the arms dealers who profit from death and destruction.
Find the full information from Quaker Roots here:
War Starts Here: resist the DSEI arms fair with Quaker Roots
Join Quakers in Britain and Quaker Roots to resist the DSEI arms fair, which takes place at the ExCel Centre London in September 2025. Lots of activities across several locatioins!
www.quaker.org.uk
September 8, 2025 at 8:45 AM
It’s time to resist the DSEI arms fair.
This week, Quakers will join activists of all faiths and none in challenging the arms dealers who profit from death and destruction.
Find the full information from Quaker Roots here:
This week, Quakers will join activists of all faiths and none in challenging the arms dealers who profit from death and destruction.
Find the full information from Quaker Roots here:
I am fasting again today in solidarity with people in Gaza and to highlight the genocide taking place there. I miss lunch and will only drink water during the day.
Consider joining us as #QuakersFastForGaza and #ParentsFast4Gaza. More information and sign up here: bit.ly/fast-signup
Consider joining us as #QuakersFastForGaza and #ParentsFast4Gaza. More information and sign up here: bit.ly/fast-signup
September 4, 2025 at 8:06 AM
I am fasting again today in solidarity with people in Gaza and to highlight the genocide taking place there. I miss lunch and will only drink water during the day.
Consider joining us as #QuakersFastForGaza and #ParentsFast4Gaza. More information and sign up here: bit.ly/fast-signup
Consider joining us as #QuakersFastForGaza and #ParentsFast4Gaza. More information and sign up here: bit.ly/fast-signup
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We are filled with anguish to see human beings seeking refuge facing the threat of further violence and intimidation.
Too many politicians are fanning the flames of division when they should be voices for peace.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Too many politicians are fanning the flames of division when they should be voices for peace.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Quaker statement on asylum seeker harassment
One year on from the riots in the summer of 2024, we are filled with anguish to see human beings seeking refuge in our nation facing the threat of further violence and intimidation. As our book of tea...
www.quaker.org.uk
August 27, 2025 at 2:06 PM
We are filled with anguish to see human beings seeking refuge facing the threat of further violence and intimidation.
Too many politicians are fanning the flames of division when they should be voices for peace.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Too many politicians are fanning the flames of division when they should be voices for peace.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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So deeply embarrassing for the United States. Trump legitimized Putin and his illegal war on the world stage and got absolutely nothing in return. Not even a single step toward peace. Everyone involved in this charade should be ashamed.
REPORTER: President Putin, will you stop killing civilians?
PUTIN: *taps ear*
PUTIN: *taps ear*
August 16, 2025 at 12:16 AM
So deeply embarrassing for the United States. Trump legitimized Putin and his illegal war on the world stage and got absolutely nothing in return. Not even a single step toward peace. Everyone involved in this charade should be ashamed.
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The future recognition of Palestine is one step, but the UK must act now to end this inhumanity.
Recognition must happen immediately, alongside an urgent set of policies to bring an end to the genocide in Gaza.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Recognition must happen immediately, alongside an urgent set of policies to bring an end to the genocide in Gaza.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Quaker statement on the UK government’s move to recognise Palestine
The future recognition of Palestine is one step, but UK must act now to end this inhumanity.
www.quaker.org.uk
July 30, 2025 at 2:56 PM
The future recognition of Palestine is one step, but the UK must act now to end this inhumanity.
Recognition must happen immediately, alongside an urgent set of policies to bring an end to the genocide in Gaza.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Recognition must happen immediately, alongside an urgent set of policies to bring an end to the genocide in Gaza.
www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Far too often, people walking, wheeling or cycling experience avoidable danger. Write to your MP today, urging them to call on the Government to adopt Living Streets and Bikeability Trust's key calls to help create safer streets. @livingstreets.bsky.social act.livingstreets.org.uk/page/174678/...
Support a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create Safer Streets for All
Far too often, people walking, wheeling or cycling experience avoidable danger. Write to your MP today, urging them to call on the Government to adopt Living Streets and The Bikeability Trust's five k...
act.livingstreets.org.uk
July 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Far too often, people walking, wheeling or cycling experience avoidable danger. Write to your MP today, urging them to call on the Government to adopt Living Streets and Bikeability Trust's key calls to help create safer streets. @livingstreets.bsky.social act.livingstreets.org.uk/page/174678/...
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“Against the backdrop of so much local, national and international conflict, it was life-affirming to be with children who show the skills and commitment to a more just and peaceful world."
Read more about our work empowering children to resolve conflicts at school peacefully: tinyurl.com/bdd6872y
Read more about our work empowering children to resolve conflicts at school peacefully: tinyurl.com/bdd6872y
Young Peacemakers share their hopes at Manchester’s first peer mediation conference
These children were among around 50 young peer mediators who gathered on Friday, 11 July, at the Mechanics Conference Centre in central Manchester to celebrate and strengthen their commitment to peace...
www.quaker.org.uk
July 17, 2025 at 10:02 AM
“Against the backdrop of so much local, national and international conflict, it was life-affirming to be with children who show the skills and commitment to a more just and peaceful world."
Read more about our work empowering children to resolve conflicts at school peacefully: tinyurl.com/bdd6872y
Read more about our work empowering children to resolve conflicts at school peacefully: tinyurl.com/bdd6872y
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Who doesn’t love a local featival?
See you there.
‘Don't drive to CoCoMAD - there is NO parking. It's a local festival for local people or those prepared to cycle, walk or use public transport.’
cotteridgepark.org.uk/cocomad-info
See you there.
‘Don't drive to CoCoMAD - there is NO parking. It's a local festival for local people or those prepared to cycle, walk or use public transport.’
cotteridgepark.org.uk/cocomad-info
CoCoMAD visitors' info — Friends of Cotteridge Park
cotteridgepark.org.uk
July 5, 2025 at 7:05 AM
Who doesn’t love a local featival?
See you there.
‘Don't drive to CoCoMAD - there is NO parking. It's a local festival for local people or those prepared to cycle, walk or use public transport.’
cotteridgepark.org.uk/cocomad-info
See you there.
‘Don't drive to CoCoMAD - there is NO parking. It's a local festival for local people or those prepared to cycle, walk or use public transport.’
cotteridgepark.org.uk/cocomad-info
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Sitting on buses stuck in car traffic, endangered at every intersection, banned from the tip, breathing polluted air, navigating cars parked on the sidewalk, driven at directly....
Over a third of Birmingham's households count for so little in the eyes of those in power.
Over a third of Birmingham's households count for so little in the eyes of those in power.
Still 36% carless households in Birmingham, which is a lot.
June 27, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Sitting on buses stuck in car traffic, endangered at every intersection, banned from the tip, breathing polluted air, navigating cars parked on the sidewalk, driven at directly....
Over a third of Birmingham's households count for so little in the eyes of those in power.
Over a third of Birmingham's households count for so little in the eyes of those in power.
It was great to be at this conference at the weekend!
Thank you everyone who joined us for the conference 'Faith in Action in an Age of Permacrisis'. It was truly an unforgettable experience! 💙
June 23, 2025 at 4:13 PM
It was great to be at this conference at the weekend!