An interfaith public advocacy campaign promoting respect for the inherent worth and dignity  of every person. The website says, ”This is a place where we unite in work toward a world where we all thrive. Together we take action, Side With Love, and make deep impacts in this critical moment.” More information about Side With Love is here.

A UUA partnership for the encouragement of voter registration and participation in the voting process.  

During 2024 UUtheVote has become a partner of the Vote Yes 4 campaign in Florida working toward voter registration and encouraging folks to Limit Government Interference with Abortion by Voting YES on Amendment 4 on November 5th!  Reproductive Justice and Healthcare access is essential.  

A statewide justice ministry for members of 45 Unitarian Universalist congregations in Florida and their social justice committees in partnership with other interfaith and public interest organizations to promote justice, equity, and compassion in public policy. The emphasis is Florida, but UUJF partners for national outreach. Sign up for Action Alerts here.

Email address: info@uujusticefl.org

A nonprofit, nonsectarian organization advancing human rights together with an international community of grassroots partners and advocates. UUSC is doing outreach work in Florida.  Love Resists is sometimes used as a call-out.  

Love Unites, Stories Ignite

In a world filled with division and challenges, the theme for this year’s General Assembly is a powerful reminder of the core principles that unite us as Unitarian Universalists. “Love Unites, Stories Ignite” celebrates the profound impact of love as a binding force that transcends boundaries and fosters connections within our faith community and beyond.

The 63rd General Assembly took place virtually Thursday, June 20 through Sunday, June 23, 2024. Next year’s General Assembly will be in Pittsburgh, PA. It will also be virtual.

2024 General Assembly

UUs Make Space for Difficult Conversations 

Embracing Transgender, Nonbinary, INtersex and Gender Diverse People

One of GA’s most powerful and moving moments came during a charged discussion of a proposed Business Resolution, “Embracing Transgender, Nonbinary, Intersex and Gender Diverse People is a Fundamental Expression of UU Religious Values.”

The resolution passed overwhelmingly with a 91.8 percent vote in favor.

The Middle East

The tragedy of the ongoing war in the Middle East loomed large over the General Assembly, from the president’s report by UUA President Rev. Dr. Sofía Betancourt, who expressed “the profound horror and loss of these latest rounds of violence in the Middle East,” to a Q&A with renowned Beacon Press author and Middle East expert Rashid Khalidi, whose latest book is The Hundred Years’ War on Palestinians.

An Action of Immediate Witness, “Solidarity with Palestinians,” passed with a 73.5 percent vote.

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A Responsive Resolution, “UUA General Assembly Support for October 7 Hostages,” offered in response to the UUA President’s Report, called for the immediate release of all Hamas-held hostages and acknowledged “the real suffering of Jews within our Association and beyond.” It passed with 77 percent of votes in favor.

Recognition: 2024 President’s Award for Volunteer Service -Pink Haven Coalition

The Pink Haven Coalition is  a project of frontline trans organizers working with progressive faith groups and mutual aid networks to create a network to house and provide welcoming communities to those directly impacted by anti-trans legislation, including those needing to permanently relocate or travel to access gender-affirming care.

“Their work exemplifies the commitments Unitarian Universalism has made to manifesting our values in this life-saving work,” said President Dr. Betancourt.

2023 General Assembly 

Three Actions of Immediate Witness passed: Stop Cop City, Organizing for Health Equity, Protect the Dreamers, the Recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) with a pathway to Permanent Residence