Student Activism

Organizing the Hope in Iowa

IA Omer Organize the Hope

Omer, AFSC Peace Fellow in Iowa

Omer recently completed an AFSC Peace Fellowship, working to "Organize the Hope" at Central College in Pella, Iowa.

By Kathleen McQuillen, AFSC Iowa Program Coordinator

Our work with young people is expanding, and what a blessing it is to experience their excitement and passion! Across the nation, AFSC offers young people education on organizing, media work, and program design. In return they bring to our work creativity and energy.

NYMRO Summer Internships

The American Friends Service Committee’s Summer Internship Program is designed to engage undergraduate and graduate students with the world of public service and peace and social justice issues.  As an intern you will work alongside AFSC staff helping to implement current programs and achieve AFSC’s mission.  You will work within a framework of a work plan and learning objectives with the opportunity to participate in activities such as client engagement and in depth research.  You may work directly with clients and perform in depth research.

Who we are

AFSC is a Quaker organization devoted to service, development, and peace programs throughout the world. Our work is based on the belief in the worth of every person, and faith in the power of love to overcome violence and injustice. Learn more

Where we work

AFSC has office around the world. To see a complete list see the Where We Work page.

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