Learning about the SDGs and understanding their significance is an important first step as together, creatively, we search for the most effective ways to advocate for these aspects of social justice.
Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Stark Warnings from Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and COP26
The summit, which will see more 190 world leaders, representatives of civil society and businesses will focus on “Uniting the World to Tackle Climate Change”
Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life On Land
Learning about the SDGs and understanding their significance is an important first step as together, creatively, we search for the most effective ways to advocate for these aspects of social justice.
Latest Report of Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change – A Wake up Call
Are we reading the signs of the times and listening to the prophetic voices of Pope Francis and the scientific community to respond to the cries of the EARTH? If we have not, heed the warnings contained in the report published by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate...
Greetings from The Vincentian Family at The U.N.
On the afternoon of October 4, 1965, I remember standing in the South Bronx, at the northeast corner of the Grand Concourse at 138th Street. I was anxiously waiting for a chance to see the motorcade of Pope Paul VI, as he was traveling to Yankee Stadium to say Mass...
International Day of the Girl Celebrated Today
Girls’ voices are echoing through hallways of UN Headquarters in New York today as the world celebrates “International Day of the Girl.” Girls are networking, advocating, and creatively portraying issues which affect them, as well as recommending solutions to...
UN Family Collaborates in Strategic Planning Meeting
The Vincentian Family at the UN (VFUN) recently held a planning meeting at St. John’s University. Lead by Dr. Linda Sama, the group reviewed its assessments made one year ago and discussed the current status of our advocacy strategies. Dr. Sama is a Professor, and...
UN Working Group to End Homelessness – Urban October: Cities for All
United Nations Working Group to End Homelessness Urban October: Cities for All The Vincentian Family at the United Nations is committed to advocacy work to end homelessness. This commitment is one of the dimensions of the Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance project....
UN Calls For Observing Un Peace Day By Respecting, Promoting Human Rights
By Margaret O’Dwyer, DC, with information from the United Nations God knows how many areas of the world are desperate for peace. Sustainable Development Goal 16 addresses the issue by calling for Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. It challenges nations to...
UN’s 67th DPI/NGO Conference
UN’s 67th DPI/NGO Conference Catherine Prendergast, DC The academic year has begun. Once again, we are happy to welcome students from St. John’s University. Two of them attended the United Nations’ Department of Public Information (DPI) Conference, August 22-23,...
Water is Life!
Water is Life! All life on earth depends on water. Water is a precondition for human existence and sustainability of the planet. It is one of the most precious resources we have. There is no substitute or replacement for water. The demand for water is...
UN Environment Program (UNEP) and FBOs Link to Protect Earth
By Margaret O’Dwyer, DC, with information from UN Environment Programme (UNEP) You may wonder how the work of the United Nations intersects with faith-based organizations (FBOs). Yes, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) engage in considerable advocacy at the UN. ...
