Anna Paletta will introduce Quaker philosophy and lead us in 10 minutes of silence. Through holy silence, insights and guidance surface which motivate us to action, fostering peace, harmony and the honouring of human rights.
This will be followed by a short presentation by Linda Taffs on her pilgrimage to Palestine and Israel and a question and answer period.
Anna Paletta
Anna Paletta moved to Gabriola after she retired in 2014 and is grateful to call Gabriola home. She’s had a lifetime commitment to social justice which she pursued in her work as a sociologist and in her becoming a Quaker. She has been married for over 50 years to artist Ali Hosein.
Linda Taffs
Linda is a mother, grandmother, and Quaker from Vancouver Island. Her interest in the Palestinian plight began during a trip to Iraq in 1999, where the experiences of conflict and injustice sparked a deep sense of solidarity. The recent pilgrimage deepened her commitment to peace and justice in the region.
Linda currently serves as Clerk of the Israel Palestine Working Group associated with the Canadian Friends Service Committee, advocating for a just resolution to the conflict. Additionally, she is an active member of the ecumenical group Canada Stand Up for Palestinian Children’s Rights and of a local Quaker community in the Cowichan Valley.
Throughout her work, Linda continues to dedicate herself to fostering peace, human rights, and compassionate action within both her local and global communities.
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