Quakers (who are also called 'Friends') live and work in all areas of society, bound by a common thread of trying to live in a way that helps to build a better world. There are nearly 500 Quaker meetings in the UK, attended by around 25,000 people. Nearly half a million people worship in Quaker meetings worldwide. You do not have to become a Quaker to attend Quaker meetings, which are open to all
and where everyone is welcome. The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in Britain encompasses the 481 local Meetings for Worship as well as all their work, in Britain, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. Quakers believe there is something of God in everyone, striving to live guided by the spirit within ourselves and those around us. Our testimonies encourage us to work locally and globally for social justice, support peacemakers and care for the environment. It's not always easy to live this way, but as Quakers we try to help, support and encourage each other to keep trying.Today our focus is on peace, equality, truth and simplicity.
