SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025
Weekend Reading
Hi Friend,
Our communities are stronger with immigrants. But right now, the Trump administration is detaining and deporting our community members, tearing families apart, and making us all less safe. We refuse to stand by while this happens.
From Dec. 10, International Human Rights Day, through Dec. 18, International Migrants Day, communities across the U.S. are uniting for a Stronger With Immigrants Week of Action. [link removed] Together, we are organizing actions to take a stand for immigrant rights.
Join us! Organize a vigil, rally, or community gathering in your area. Together, we will denounce immigration raids, detention, and deportation—and affirm everyone’s right to safety, belonging, and justice. Learn more and get started. [link removed]
CLIMATE JUSTICE
In New Mexico, farmers unite to face climate change [link removed]
By Sayrah Namaste
For over 50 years, AFSC's New Mexico Program has provided vital support to local farmers. Today, much of our efforts focus on helping farmers work together to build resilience to climate change. When climate disasters strike, this network can serve as a lifeline. AFSC provides farmers with materials and technical support—from solar panels to composting systems. We also connect farmers to learn from one another, sharing traditional practices and innovative solutions. Read more. [link removed]
JOIN US
“Drawing Hope”: Children’s art for peace across borders [link removed] (Nov. 12, 12 :25 p.m. ET/ 9 :25 a.m. PT)
The “Drawing Hope” exhibit showcases art and letters from children around the world. This collaborative peacebuilding project began in 1998 to connect children from North Korea and South Korea. Now, it includes contributions from Colombia, Japan, South Africa, and the U.S. To learn more about the exhibit, join AFSC and partners for this virtual roundtable discussion. We’ll explore how young people and art contribute to peacebuilding in conflict-affected societies. Register here. [link removed]
IN THE MEDIA
Artists gather to explore healing from trauma and genocide [link removed]
Earlier this year, 30 African artists from diverse disciplines and regions gathered in Nairobi, Kenya, for several days of discussion on generational collective healing. The convening, titled "The Power of Arts and Culture for Healing," was organized by AFSC and curated by Andani.Africa. Through artist talks, performances, and shared meals, participants explored how art can serve as both healing and resistance. Curator Rashida Bumbray reflects on what she learned about interdependence and transnational solidarity. (Hyperallergic) [link removed]
DONATE
Compassion in Action [link removed]
Have you heard about our largest match of the year? The Compassion in Action Matching Gift Challenge is now live! Join the challenge before the Nov. 20 deadline, and your contribution will be matched up to $500,000. Give today to support immigrants, build peace, and work for a brighter future in which all people can thrive!
Special thanks to our monthly donors, our Partners for Peace, for their ongoing support to make all our work possible.
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