Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Working in Hope
by Jim Claffey | January 6, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
We work in hope at the UN. We hope the ambassadors of the Member States listen to the concerns we raise about the major issues humankind faces today.
“Orange the World” and 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
by Natalie Boone | December 30, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
Nearly 1 in 3 women have been abused in their lifetime. In times of crises, the numbers rise, as seen during the COVID-19 pandemic and recent humanitarian crises, conflicts and climate disasters.
Our Charism and The Common Good
by Jim Claffey | December 2, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 6 Comments
I recently participated in a panel discussion, part of a Business Ethics Conference sponsored by DePaul University, on religious charisms and the Common Good, with Dominican & Jesuit colleagues.
Glasgow Climate Pact – COP26
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | November 18, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
COP26 climate summit was considered as the last hope for the world to take more ambitious and bold climate pledges to reduce global warming to 1.5 degree Celsius.
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Save our Ocean, Protect our Future
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Jun 23, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
World leaders, scientists, and more will be gathering in Lisbon, Portugal to from June 27 – July 1, 2022 to deliberate on “scaling up ocean action based on science and innovation” to “conserve and sustainably us the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development.”
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The 66th Commission on the Status of Women – The Process of Arriving at Agreed Conclusions
by Natalie Boone | Jun 16, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Following the adoption of the Agreed Conclusions by the Commission many Member States made statements which included the phrase ‘historic’ describing the content of this response to the priority theme.
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International Migration Review Forum
by Sr. Michelle Loisel, DC | May 26, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The first International Migration Review Forum is taking place now, at the United Nations in New York.
Urgent Call To Ban Killer Robots
by Margaret O'Dwyer | Nov 14, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
At the United Nations, civil society recently focused on one specific means of warfare—lethal autonomous weapons (LAWS), also known as fully autonomous weapons or, more commonly, “killer robots.”
International Day Calls For End To Gender-Based Violence
by Margaret O'Dwyer | Nov 7, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Monday, November 25, is International Day for the Eradication of Violence Against Women, an occasion on which advocates worldwide will focus on changing the narrative.
World Cities Day – October 31
by Natalie Boone | Oct 31, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The Vincentian Family at the UN is strongly supporting work in the cities. Advocating for financial support of infrastructure, environmentally sound planning, and promoting the right to housing are a few of the areas in which we continue to work.
The United Nations – Little steps…Great Impact?
by Lukas Wenninger | Oct 24, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
As I have learned in my internship so far, we have the resources to change the status quo into a sustainable home for all human beings.
Human Rights Council, Social Forum In Geneva
by Catherine Prendergast | Oct 10, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Overview of the Human Rights Council meeting in Geneva, which addressed issues of emerging forms of modern slavery among many other topics.
The UN Climate Action Summit
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Oct 3, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Protesters sent powerful messages to world leaders gathering at the United Nations for the Climate Action Summit.
A Global Approach to Community Partnership
by Steffi Romero | Sep 26, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
In the month of August, I embarked on a two week cultural exchange and service experience with six fellow Ozanam Scholars of St. John’s University.
UN General Assembly Features Five Summits
by Margaret O'Dwyer | Sep 19, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The General Assembly is a time in which all 193 member states meet to address prominent global issues. This year’s Assembly is unique in that it also features five summits.
Give Voice To Girls
by Mary Ann Dantuono, AIC-USA | Sep 12, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Testimonies from local agencies gave voice to young girls dreams but also enabled them to speak about their fears and difficulties.