Richard Drake
richarddbristol.bsky.social
Richard Drake
@richarddbristol.bsky.social
Quaker charity trustee with interest in climate & social justice & preventing homelessness.
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Amid escalating violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, many fear Israel is moving towards annexation.

It is more urgent than ever for the UK government to act on the International Court of Justice's ruling that the occupation of Palestine is illegal.

Read more: tinyurl.com/end-occupation
Israel deepens illegal occupation of Palestine as influential states fail to act, Quakers say
A full year after the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled Israel’s occupation of Palestine illegal, the UK government has not responded, let alone addressed the situation.
tinyurl.com
July 21, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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Sharing this fantastic guide for migrants by Praxis! It’s designed to help navigate services, build community, and prioritise well-being—both before and after securing immigration status. 👇

www.praxis.org.uk/migrants-guide

#belonging #community
A Migrant's Guide — Praxis for Migrants and Refugees
www.praxis.org.uk
April 3, 2025 at 12:18 PM
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Save the date! 🗓️ Homelessness Sunday is on 5th October 2025. A time to reflect, learn pray, and take action for those experiencing homelessness.
Join us in standing together for justice and change.
#HomelessnessSunday #FaithInAction
April 1, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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🚨 Outrage as 20 police officers break into Westminster Quaker Meeting House and arrest six. 🚨
This shocking violation of a place of worship is a direct result of crackdowns on protest and dissent - freedom of speech, assembly and democracy are at risk.🕊️
👉 www.quaker.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Quakers condemn police raid on Westminster Meeting House
Police broke into a Quaker Meeting House last night (27 March) and arrested six young people holding a meeting over concerns for the climate and Gaza.
www.quaker.org.uk
March 28, 2025 at 4:50 PM