UU Fellowship of Sheridan Social Justice Committee

Our Belief:
Justice is at the core of our faith. We are called to make a positive difference in our community through social action.  The work we do together to build a world in which all of us are free and thriving is interrelated.

Purpose:
Provide opportunities for our members and community friends to learn, support, and take action on justice issues that embody Unitarian Universalist values while addressing the needs of our community.

Our History and Roots in Social Justice:
Social justice has long been integral to Unitarian Universalism. Prior to the 1961 merger, both Unitarians and Universalists played active roles in movements for abolition, women’s suffrage, temperance, prison reform, and more. Post-merger, our activism evolved to include civil rights, peace, feminism, LGBTQ rights, and environmental advocacy. Historical efforts have included:

• Offering sanctuary to draft resisters
• Serving as staging areas for civil rights marches
• Organizing transportation for national demonstrations
• Advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment
• Supporting immigrant communities