For over a month, thousands in Colombia have joined a national strike—demanding the government address human rights abuses and stark inequality. Most protests have been peaceful. But the Colombian government has responded with violence, leading to dozens of deaths.
Here are this week's picks to inform and support your activism:
What you need to know about Biden’s changes to the U.S. immigration system: While the president has reversed some of the most harmful policies passed by the Trump administration, more action is needed. This includes protecting the right to asylum and creating a roadmap to citizenship for all, writes AFSC’s Tori Bateman.
Register today: The power of economic activism: Join AFSC and partners on June 16, 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT. In this web session, you can learn how communities around the world have used economic activism to hold corporations to account and achieve social change—and how you can be a part of these efforts today.
Community IDs approved for all Miami-Dade residents: Thanks to advocacy by a community coalition including AFSC's Florida program, more Floridians will be able to obtain IDs regardless of immigration status. The change will help residents access basic services, provide proof of identity in case of emergencies, as well as foster inclusivity and safety for all.
Tell Congress: End military aid to Israel and support reconstruction in Gaza: Despite Israel’s devastating attacks on Gaza last month, President Biden has moved ahead with selling $735 billion in weapons to Israel—while approving only $5 million to support reconstruction in Gaza. Urge your representative to stop military aid to Israel and support recovery in Gaza!
Join us every Thursday at 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT on Facebook: Every week, AFSC staff and partners share the latest updates on our work for immigrant rights, building peace, ending mass incarceration, and more. Follow us on Facebook and tune in on Thursdays for more.
Celebrating Pride Month: In this 2016 Friends Journal article by former AFSC staffer Stephen McNeil, we look at AFSC’s decades of work alongside people and communities to challenge homophobia, heterosexism, and transphobia. Happy Pride and sending best wishes for equality for all.
