Diaspora Organizer Gathering

Join us for our inaugural Diaspora Organizer Gathering! Learn and lobby with FCNL on U.S. foreign policy with programming and lodging provided at Friends Place on Capitol Hill. We encourage all who are interested in attending to submit an application. Due to space limitations at Friends Place, not all individuals who apply will be accepted. Decisions will be released on a rolling basis beginning Sept. 15.

Questions about this event or application? Please contact Hadiya Afzal, Diaspora Engagement and Partnerships Organizer.

This event is open to those who:

Have diaspora connections to home countries impacted by war and violent conflict, especially conflicts tied to U.S. foreign policy.

Express a demonstrated interest in building country-specific organizing efforts to advance peace and nonmilitary responses to violent conflict.

Are committed to human rights and diplomacy and seeking a more peaceful, just, and sustainable world.

Are highly interested in learning about the Congressional advocacy process and how to build long-term organizing relationships.

Demonstrate a commitment to continued engagement with advocacy and organizing. Can commit to attending one pre-trip Zoom call and post-trip follow-up conversations with their cohort.

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First name*

Last name

Email address*

Phone

Street address

ZIP Code*

Postal code

Date of Birth

Do you identify as a Quaker?

Monthly Meeting or Church

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Preferred Name (How you would like your name printed on a name tag or other programming materials.)

Pronouns

What language(s) do you speak in addition to English?

What size T-shirt would you prefer? (Sizes are unisex.)

Are you currently in school or employed?

In School Employed None of the Above

Please list your current school or workplace.

Which of the following would make this event accessible to you?

Language translation or interpretation ADA-compliant/ground-floor accommodations Automated transcription Access to a small private space (for lactation, prayer, meetings, etc.)

Dietary Restrictions:

Are you comfortable sharing a room with another cohort participant of the same gender identity?

Yes No Other

If other:

What is your indoor masking comfort level? (Friends Place requires proof of vaccination for guests and testing will be provided before & throughout the gathering)

Mask-optional space (indoor meeting spaces can be used) Mask-mandatory space (more outdoor meetings will be planned)

How did you hear about the Friends Place Fly In?

If other:

Have you lobbied with FCNL before?

Application Questions

Please answer each of the following questions in 100 words or less.

What is one thing you are hoping to learn more about or skill you are hoping to build during the Fly In?

What is one thing you are hoping to learn and take back from the Diaspora Organizer Gathering to share with your community?

Is there a specific piece of legislation or foreign policy issue you are passionate about advocating for?

What previous experience do you have organizing in your community or lobbying on issues? (We welcome all levels of experience!)

FCNL is a Quaker organization committed to advancing peace, justice, and environmental stewardship through diplomacy. What experience do you have in settings where people share differing perspectives, cultures, and viewpoints than your own? How would you approach potential conflict in that scenario?

Please share any additional information that you would like the event organizers to know as they consider your application.

Cost of Attendance

This event is free to attend. FCNL will cover the cost of participant travel to Washington, D.C. No tickets or travel reservations are required at the time of registration. This event will provide overnight lodging, 10 meals, and programming.

Method of Travel

What is your planned or preferred method of travel to the event?

If other:

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The Friends Committee on National Legislation, FCNL Education Fund, and Friends Place on Capitol Hill are national nonprofit, nonpartisan Quaker organizations working collectively to advance peace, justice, and environmental stewardship.

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