Quaker action for a just world DONATE Take action: Abolish the death penalty once and for all! For decades, AFSC has worked to end the use of the death penalty as well as life and long-term sentences. Please join us in urging President Biden, Congress, and governors to end the death penalty once and for all. The death penalty flies in the face of moral values, common sense, and history. Death sentences do not deter crime, are disproportionately handed to people of color, and have been given to numerous individuals who were later exonerated. In recent years, the use of the death penalty has declined sharply across the U.S. Since 2019, three states—Virginia, Colorado, and New Hampshire—have abolished the practice completely. Now it’s time for the federal government and all states to follow suit. Urge your elected officials to permanently end this immoral and discriminatory policy! Note: Complete the form and click "NEXT" to be taken to a sample letter, which you can edit and send. Quaker action for a just world American Friends Service Committee 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-241-7000 WHO WE ARE SUBSCRIBE UPCOMING EVENTS WHERE WE WORK CONTACT US NEWSROOM WAYS TO GIVE EMPLOYMENT VIDEO American Friends Service Committee is a Quaker organization devoted to service, development, and peace programs throughout the world. Our work is based on the belief in the worth of every person, and faith in the power of love to overcome violence and injustice. DONATE TODAY Privacy Policy Site Credits This website is licensed under a Creative Commons License except where noted.