Quaker Council for European Affairs is joining other Quaker bodies across the world in disengaging from the social media platform X, formerly Twitter, on 16 December.
The move comes due to concerns over changes under Elon Musk’s ownership, including increased levels of disinformation and hate.
X’s role in spreading harmful content and the erosion of journalistic integrity and public discourse directly contradict Quaker principles of truth and integrity.
Musk has allowed far-right groups back on X and weakened moderation and the platform’s algorithm has increased the spread of harmful content.
These include false narratives that have led to real-world violence. Quakers have worked for peace since their inception in the 17th century.
In addition, target audiences have started leaving the platform.
Quakers in Britan, Friends World Committee for Consultation (FWCC, the global body which connects Quakers) and FWCC Europe and Middle East Section, Quakers in Ireland, Friends Committee on National Legislation (USA), Canadian Friends Service Committee, the Friend (Quaker magazine), and Woodbrooke (Quaker learning organisation) are also leaving X on 16 December. You can find us all on Bluesky here.
Our X account would be archived to provide information and support. We can be found on LinkedIn, Facebook and BlueSky.
