Events

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General meetings are held virtually most months. As COVID rates are still somewhat high in the Philadelphia region, when meeting for in-person indoor activities, we encourage masks during the activity and testing beforehand. EQAT expects that those who are eligible will be vaccinated and boosted against COVID in order to participate in in-person activities.

Please contact us with any questions.

Power, Targets, and Rebels
#1 in Nonviolent Direct Action Skills with QEW and EQAT

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  • Thursday, March 13, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET
  • Zoom

Why take direct action? In the work for climate stewardship and other campaigns for dignity, connection, and human rights, non-violent direct action has played an important historical role, and is called for again today. In this workshop, we will explore how to identify key decision-makers and understand the crucial role of rebels within a movement ecosystem. We’ll dismantle the conventional understanding of power and discover how to leverage consent and influence for change.

This is session #1 in our collaborative skills training with Quaker Earthcare Witness.


Moving Money Out of Vanguard: Supporting Each Other Through the Process

An EQAT volunteer holds a red sign that reads "I'm Moving My Money"

Photo by Rachael Warriner

  • Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 7:30 – 9:00 PM ET
  • Zoom

Want to move your money out of Vanguard, but need support navigating it? Join us! EQAT is not able to give specific financial advice, but we will share resources and what we’ve learned, and make space for everyone to share questions and answers about moving money.


Action Ready: Essential Roles
#2 in Nonviolent Direct Action Skills with QEW and EQAT

group of people in capes and masks kicking their legs up and smiling and laughing

Photo by Rachael Warriner

  • Thursday, March 20, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET
  • Zoom

With our action goals set, it’s time to build our team. From de-escalation to spiritual anchoring, every role is crucial for success. In this week’s workshop, we’ll hear stories of 15+ years of action with Earth Quaker Action Team and map out the essential roles needed to manage the dynamic needs of on-the-ground action. Through interactive small group exercises, you’ll gain practical experience in coordinating and supporting your team, ensuring a united and powerful impact.

This is session #2 in our collaborative skills training with Quaker Earthcare Witness.


Navigating the Unexpected: Resilience in Action
#3 in Nonviolent Direct Action Skills with QEW and EQAT

A crowd of over one hundred people march across a street. Many are wearing red shirts or holding red flags.

Photo by Rachael Warriner

  • Thursday, March 27, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 PM ET
  • Zoom

Actions rarely go exactly as planned. How do we respond when our actions change or something unexpected happens? In this final training in our series with Quaker Earthcare Witness and Earth Quaker Action Team, we’ll sink our teeth into a variety of scenario examples and explore how to navigate complex situations, including police interactions, counter-protests, and shifting risk assessments. Develop your ability to assess, reflect, and make informed decisions in real-time, building resilience and strengthening your impact.

This is session #3 in our collaborative skills training with Quaker Earthcare Witness.


April General Meeting (Virtual)

four people sitting in chairs amongst a bigger group. Two have focused listening faces, one is smiling and another has a a hand up next to a board that says, "What are you clear about?"

Photo by Rachael Warriner

  • Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 6:30 – 8:30 PM ET
  • Zoom

Our monthly gathering to share and learn about EQAT’s campaign to get Vanguard to invest for our climate and our communities. Everyone is welcome.


May General Meeting (Virtual)

four people sitting in a meeting room and smiling with their attention ahead

Photo by Rachael Warriner

  • Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 6:30 – 8:30 PM ET
  • Zoom

Our monthly gathering to share and learn about EQAT’s campaign to get Vanguard to invest for our climate and our communities. Everyone is welcome.