Vincentian Family
Measurement of Homelessness
by Reese Hagy, Institute of Global Homelessness | April 7, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Is homelessness increasing or decreasing? Are certain subgroups overrepresented in the population of people experiencing homelessness in a particular community?
Commission on the Status of Women – CSW66
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | March 24, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Studies have shown that it is women and girls who are disproportionately affected by climate change.
The Vincentian Family Prays for Peace and Joins in the Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Heart of Mary
by Vincentian Family Office | March 24, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Featured, Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
On Friday, March 25, during the celebration of Reconciliation that he will preside over at 5:00 p.m. in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Reminder…Climate Change Event: Register Now!
by MaryAnn Dantuono | March 19, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Climate change impacts homeless women and girls even more profoundly as entrenched gender inequalities increase their risks.
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Federation marks transition at the UN
by .famvin | Oct 27, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
In October, Sisters of Charity Federation staff, NGO liaisons and guests gathered in New Jersey to honor outgoing UN NGO representative Sister Teresa Kotturan, SCN.
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SDGs in the USA: How Are We Doing?
by Jim Claffey | Oct 20, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals are the backbone of the United Nation’s global plan for People, Prosperity and the Planet, with a target date of 2030 and the promise to leave no one behind.
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COP27: UN Conference on Climate Change
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Oct 13, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Will there be ambition, commitment and the political will to honor their commitments to implement the Paris Climate Agreement to limit global warming 1.5 degree Centigrade?
The Cost of “Preferential Option for the Poor”
by John Freund, CM | Dec 4, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Forty years ago, four women gave their lives as part of their preferential option for the poor. Read their own words. It should take just about 40 seconds.
International Year for the Elimination of Child Labor – 2021
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Dec 3, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The UN General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution declaring 2021 as the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labor.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Another Look At Dented Coins
by John Freund, CM | Dec 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Who are the dented coins in my life?
Interview with Linda van Aken, director of “Vincentius Nijmegen” (The Netherlands) – Part 2
by Vincentian Family Office | Nov 26, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family
Part 2 of an interview with Linda van Aken, director of and driving force behind, the Vincentius Nijmegen, which aims to alleviate poverty and loneliness of fellow citizens.
Video: Virtual Event in Celebration of World Cities Day
by Jim Claffey | Nov 26, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
On September 27, the Vincentian Family NGO representatives at the UN presented a virtual event in celebration of World Cities Day, October 30.
Interview with Linda van Aken, director of “Vincentius Nijmegen” (The Netherlands) – Part 1
by Vincentian Family Office | Nov 24, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family
Part 1 of an interview with Linda van Aken, director of and driving force behind, the Vincentius Nijmegen, which aims to alleviate poverty and loneliness of fellow citizens.
Vincentian Prayer Images: God Speaking To Our Hearts
by John Freund, CM | Nov 24, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
How often do we thank God for speaking to our hearts?
World Children’s Day – November 20 – and the Impact of COVID -19 on Education
by Natalie Boone | Nov 19, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Let us call on leaders to close the gaps in educational equality once and for all, and re-imagine how a generation of children and young people learn and gain skills.
Systemic Change Begins with Education
by John Freund, CM | Nov 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
St. Vincent instinctively realized the role of laypersons in bringing about systemic change.