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Quakers, Indian Boarding Schools, and Congress

Published: May 21, 2022

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FCNL and Friends advocate in solidarity with Indigenous peoples. Yet, historically, Quakers played a role in colonization and the cultural genocide of Native people through the operation of more than 30 Indian boarding schools.

With legislation now before Congress to investigate the legacy of Indian boarding schools, how are Friends communities engaging to address Quaker complicity in these atrocities?

Join us to learn how FCNL and F/friends are reckoning with this history and advocating in solidarity with Native communities.

Wednesday, May 25, 2022
3:30 PM Pacific = 4:30 PM Mountain
Click here for more information and to register.


from Bobby Trice, Friends Committee on National Legislation