From Amnesty International USA (http://www.amnestyusa.org): Fatima’s sons narrowly survived bombs and bullets in Yemen. They hid under the stairs as bombs rained down on their neighborhood. They survived on stale bread and water. Eventually, they literally made a run for … Continued
From Americans United for Separation of Church and State (http://www.au.org): Since the start of this new administration, we have witnessed almost a nonstop assault on the people in our congregations and communities; the people we love. Whether they are banning … Continued
In response to protests in Pennsylvania and around the country to hold police accountable, Pennsylvania’s state legislature has responded by trying to expand the role of secrecy in government. To vote NO on House Bill 27, click this link. Photo via Thomas … Continued
From the National Council of Churches (http://www.ncccusa.org): WASHINGTON: The National Council of Churches denounces recent anti-Semitic incidents and condemns rhetoric that has fueled such acts. We stand firmly with our Jewish brothers and sisters during this difficult time. As a … Continued
Posted at https://www.everyday-democracy.org/news/practicing-civic-courage-age-civic-anxiety Author: Martha McCoy February 14, 2017 The day after the election, we shared a piece by our board member Peter Levine, in which he called for civic courage. As division, uncertainty, and anxiety continue to grow, I find … Continued
Posted at https://twitter.com/billmckibben Great news! After months of peaceful protests by Standing Rock Sioux and supporters, the Army Corps of Engineers has denied the permit for a critical piece of the Dakota Access Pipeline. They have rejected the oil companies’ … Continued
From Interfaith Power and Light (http://interfaithpowerandlight.org): On the banks of the Missouri River in North Dakota, a sacred gathering has grown. Thousands of people have travelled to the Standing Rock Reservation to stand in solidarity with our Native brothers and … Continued
Sharing resources provided by the Women’s Refugee Commission that could be helpful for your organizations in the near future… Make a Plan: Migrant Parents’ Guide to Preventing Family Separation: https://www.womensrefugeecommission.org/rights/gbv/resources/1031-make-a-plan-migrant-parents-guide-to-preventing-family-separation-english. ICE’s Parental Interests Directive: Helping Families Caught Between the Immigration and … Continued
From Amnesty International USA (http://www.amnestyusa.org): At the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation, police have used excessive force against peaceful human rights defenders, confronting men, women and children with military gear and military-grade weapons. Peaceful protest is a human right. Stand up for … Continued
From Amnesty International USA (http://www.amnestyusa.org): It has been almost eight years since President Obama took office yet we still face incredible human rights challenges. Now with only 100 days left in office, we need to call on President Obama to … Continued