U.S. National Peace & Justice Ministries
U.S. advocacy campaigns
We believe advocacy can be part of making the world a better place. Will you join us?
Engage in letter-writing campaigns, attend live or virtual events and get connected with others.
Take action on issues that matter to you, and work with us toward a more fair and peaceful world.
Halt arms shipments to Israel — Send an email
Support UNRWA — Send an email
Save funding for farming practices that address climate change — Send an email
Hold Congress to a higher standard on asylum policy — Send an email
Oppose cuts to Food for Peace — Send an email to Congress
Support environmental protections for mining — Email Congress
Save Oak Flat from copper mining — Email Congress
Reduce trafficking of U.S. guns — Email Congress and President Biden
Support peaceful solutions in Ukraine — Email President Biden
Support international food aid programs in the Farm Bill — Email Congress
Support peace on the Korean Peninsula — Email your representative in Congress
Support the people of Cuba — Email President Biden
Support international climate finance — Email Congress
Urge bold action at COP 29 — Sign the petition
Oppose the Energy Permitting Reform Act — Send letter
NPJM hosts a range of webinars, trainings and events, including an annual high school essay contest, to help you learn more, connect with others and speak up on the issues that matter to you. Join us at an upcoming event!
High School Essay Contest Contest topics
Immigration Law Training Sign up to receive an update when registration opens!
Stories from our advocacy work
Read stories from Washington and meet the people whose experiences and voices shape our messages to the government. Explore the ways we’re working together to create a more just and peaceful world.
Freeman Academy student wins MCC essay contest
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Why U.S. gun sales south of the border matter
Reduce trafficking of U.S. guns- Migration and Refugees
Humanitarian organizations welcome Canada's vote in favour of a ceasefire
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“Can you help us help?”
Donate to help in Palestine and Israel today- Disaster response
A peaceful alternative? Examining U.S. sanctions policy
Learn more about U.S. advocacy campaigns.- Peace
Cuba: A case study on sanctions
Learn more about U.S. advocacy campaigns.- Peace,
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U.S. advocacy resources
MCC offers resources for classes, congregations, families and individuals. Explore advocacy-focused resources designed to help you take action on issues that matter.
Our right to food: World Food Day 2024 worship resource
Peace Sunday 2024: Our peace identity and responsibility
Advocacy Toolkit (U.S.) — How to be an advocate
2023 Peace Sunday packet
Peace & Justice Journal
The Peace & Justice Journal provides in-depth analysis and theological reflection on sociopolitical issues touching the core of Anabaptist values and engagement in the world. It is published in print form three times a year and delivered to your doorstep.
E-Memo
A monthly newsletter from MCC U.S. National Peace & Justice Ministries with advocacy updates, resources, events, and staff updates.
MCC advocacy offices
At MCC we base our advocacy on what we hear from workers and partners on the ground. Loving our neighbors means their voices shape our message to governments.
In the U.S. and Canada, MCC advocates to policymakers in Ottawa (Peace & Justice Office), Washington, D.C. (National Peace & Justice Ministries), Ontario and at the United Nations in New York.
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