Young Quakers

“Rejoice in the presence of children and young people in your meeting,
and recognise the gifts they bring..."

Many young people discover us as a welcoming alternative after experiencing exclusion and bigotry in other religious settings.
Quakers are one of very few religious societies to celebrate same-sex marriages (and you'll often find them at Pride events!)

You'll encounter Quakers at the heart of many movements for climate justice, human rights and disarmament.
Quaker communities support their Young Adults to act according to their conscience, including through non-violent direct action when called for.

In an age of digital overload and global metacrisis, the silence of a Quaker Meeting is a peaceful sanctuary.
It's a space where people can meditate, pray, reflect, connect and just be.
It's somewhere people can find spiritual comfort, inspiration and guidance, without dogma.
People can find their own spiritual paths, and also find community.

Young Friends General Meeting (YFGM) is the national community for Young Friends. They organise huge meet-up weekends three times a year in various UK locations.
Friends Southern Summer Events (FSSE) run two, week-long residential events each year for young people: Junior Gathering for ages 11-14, and Senior Conference for ages 15-18.
London Teenage Quaker Meeting empowers young Quakers to develop their friendships; explore Quaker values; and put Quaker ideals into practice to create an egalitarian, safe, inclusive, caring and positive atmosphere. They also run regular group excursions.
London Preteen Quaker Meeting hosts chats, crafts, games and a bit of worship with Quaker and Quaker-curious preteens (aged 10-14). Open to all in London and beyond!