(The following policy was approved in Seventh Month meeting for business.)

Our Richmond Friends Meeting banners are approved for display at demonstrations and marches, with the following stipulations:

1.     Our banners are used in gatherings that support our values and testimonies.

2.     Our banners are displayed only at events that are planned to be non-violent and not aligned with any political party.

3.     For use of the banner saying “Quakers” and for use of the banner saying “Richmond Friends Meeting” without the web address, approval can be given by Business Meeting, OR a group consisting of the clerk or assistant clerk, one Visibility Coordinator, and one Trustee. 

4.     For use of the banner that includes the web address, at marches and rallies the web address must be concealed.  For use of this banner at events meant to publicize Richmond area organizations, the web address can be displayed.   

5.     Gatherings receiving legal permits are preferred.  However, the banners may be used in a march without a permit, as long as the gathering is planned to be peaceful and has been approved by one of the options indicated above.

6.     The wider meeting community is encouraged to join by identifying transportation options and a shared meeting place.  

7.     Members and attenders standing with the banner refrain from all forms of violence and inflammatory behavior, no matter the source or the target.

8.     Those marching under the banner accept individual responsibility for any consequences that may occur.  If members/attenders incur medical and/or legal costs, Richmond Friends Meeting may offer financial and other forms of support, but is not obligated to do so.