A woman stands to speak in the audience of a peace summit in Burundi

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AFSC works for a future free of militarism and violence. But peace is more than the absence of war. We work to address the root causes of violence—and transform systems to ensure just, sustainable peace for all.

We work with communities in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, the Middle East, and United States to build conditions for peace. Our programs foster vibrant and open civic space and commitment to human dignity and rights.

1.3

million displaced people have received life-saving aid from AFSC staff in Gaza.

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women mediators trained by AFSC staff in conflict prevention and peacebuilding in Burundi.

Related Programs

Everyone has a role to play in building a more just, sustainable, and peaceful future where all people can thrive. Our programs work in partnership with communities across the U.S. and around the world.

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Burundi: Youth & Community Empowerment

AFSC’s Burundi Program aims to create a society where all people can enjoy peace and dignity, meet their basic needs, and make meaningful contributions to peace and community development. 

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Peace with Social Justice

The Peace with Social Justice program works with communities in Guatemala and El Salvador to dismantle systems of oppression (colonialism, capitalism, and patriarchy).

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Jerusalem, Ramallah & Gaza

AFSC started working in Israel and Palestine in 1948 when the organization was asked by the United Nations to respond to the needs of those displaced during the 1948 war.

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Dialogue and Exchange

Global south leaders—from the grassroots, civil society, and government—come together to learn, exchange ideas, and collectively solve problems through AFSC’s Dialogue and Exchange Program (DEP).  

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67 Sueños

67 Sueños is an Oakland-based youth organizing program with political education, ARTivism, and trauma-healing work at its center.

Kenya: Peaceful Youth & Communities

Kenya: Peaceful Youth & Communities

In Kenya, AFSC works to promote a culture of peace among youth and the communities in which they live. We also work with grassroots leaders to enhance effective community and national-level engagement around issues of peace.

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Action Center for Corporate Accountability

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Wabanaki

AFSC's Wabanaki Program works to heal the trauma of Wabanaki communities in Maine. We draw communities together to confront injustices and promote healing among Maine's four Wabanaki tribes. 

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South Sudan: Trauma Healing for Enhanced Peacebuilding

AFSC’s South Sudan Program addresses trauma among peacebuilders through conflict healing and reconciliation. 

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Indonesia: Strengthening Diversity Through Narrative Change

In Indonesia, AFSC collaborates with the Indonesian Justice and Peace Foundation (YKPI) to support partners around the country engaging in narrative change campaigning to bridge conflict divides and celebrate Indonesia’s rich diversity of religion, ethnicity, gender, social class, ability, and sexual orientation.

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St. Louis Peacebuilding

The St. Louis Peace Education Program works to dismantle the school to prison pipeline and policing practices that negatively impact the lives of Black youth in St. Louis city and county.

Somalia: Youth Development and Livelihood

Somalia: Youth Development and Livelihood

The AFSC Somalia Program works with youth to develop innovative and creative ideas for building lasting peace. We reach past clan and ideology to insure the inclusion of all people.

A group of young people discussing in a circle during a peace festival

Peace with Social Justice

The Peace with Social Justice program works with communities in Guatemala and El Salvador to dismantle systems of oppression (colonialism, capitalism, and patriarchy).

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Salama Hub

AFSC’s Salama Hub, established in 2021, is a research and advocacy hub focused on promoting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.

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Roots for Peace

Roots for Peace (RFP) catalyzes the next generation of changemakers and organizers to address racial, health, and economic injustice throughout communities of color in Los Angeles.

Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO)

Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO)

The Quaker United Nations Office (QUNO), located in Geneva and New York, represents Quakers through Friends World Committee for Consultation (FWCC).

Public Policy and Advocacy

Public Policy and Advocacy

AFSC has more than a century of experience working with communities across the globe. In our policy and advocacy work, we bring these perspectives to the U.S. capital, United Nations, and other policy bodies.

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U.S. Palestine Activism Program

For decades, AFSC has worked to realize a just and lasting peace in Palestine and Israel.

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Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea)

AFSC has a long history of involvement on the Korean peninsula dating back to 1953. The first AFSC delegation to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK, or North Korea) was in 1980. Today, our current program works with farmers in North Korea to increase yields on cooperative farms through testing new innovations.

Two adults sitting outoors on the ground with several small children in Indonesia

Indonesia: Strengthening Diversity Through Narrative Change

In Indonesia, AFSC collaborates with the Indonesian Justice and Peace Foundation (YKPI) to support partners around the country engaging in narrative change campaigning to bridge conflict divides and celebrate Indonesia’s rich diversity of religion, ethnicity, gender, social class, ability, and sexual orientation.

Civic Space Global Initiative

AFSC's Civic Space Global Initiative works to address the increasing closing of civic space around the world. We support active networks to protect civic space. We also conduct research and advocacy.

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Israel Program on Challenging Militarization of Societies

Since 1948, AFSC has maintained a presence in and worked with both Palestinian and Jewish populations in Israel. Today, AFSC’s Israel Program works to counter the militarization of Israeli society, understanding that widespread acceptance of militarism is one of the factors sustaining inequalities, occupation, and conflict.

Kenya: Peaceful Youth & Communities

Kenya: Peaceful Youth & Communities

In Kenya, AFSC works to promote a culture of peace among youth and the communities in which they live. We also work with grassroots leaders to enhance effective community and national-level engagement around issues of peace.

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Emerging Leaders for Liberation

Emerging Leaders for Liberation is a program for young adults looking to deepen their social justice and leadership skills.

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Jordan

AFSC supports multiple initiatives in Jordan. We focus on enhancing civic engagement, providing platforms and resources for the support and implementation of community-led initiatives.

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