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The Daughters of Charity prevent hunger among single mothers in Ethiopia during COVID-19
Being a single mother of four is always a challenge, even more during a global pandemic.
Vincentians Care for those on the Fringes
They are Vincentians, from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, and their work is a light to others, especially during this tumultuous time of pandemic.
Evictions: A Two-sided Problem!
Cynthia Griffith presents some stark facts about evictions faced by both renters and landlords.
Hope in the Face of Racism Series
How does our Catholic faith and Vincentian charism call us to respond to the racism experienced by our African American brothers and sisters?
The LCUSA Advocacy Committee Asks That You Take Action!
The LCUSA Advocacy Committee is helping for help on four different advocacy items.
A Canadian View: Black Lives Do Matter
The recent murder of George Floyd has resulted in a nationwide and even worldwide response to racial prejudice.
Now, More Than Ever, Housing Is Health Care
Homelessness is “a pre-existing condition” for the vulnerable homeless population. This insight … even if not surprising… raises a challenging question.
Nuns Kick Off New Webinar Series on Fighting Sex Abuse
Sister Nuala Kenny, Sister of Charity of Halifax, has been a member of the ad hoc committee for child sexual abuse for the Canadian Catholic Bishops Conference.
A Moment By Moment Decision To Love
“What must be done,” is what motivates volunteers to help others. Acting together against all forms of poverty (AIC motto) and with Turning concern into action (SVP motto).
Striving to be “Social Poets,” the Famvin Homeless Alliance’s Response to COVID-19
What to do to find “solutions for the most pressing problems afflicting the marginalized”?