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.
Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Sustainable Development Goals, 7 and 8
by Jim Claffey | April 22, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
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.
Video Recording of Vincentian Family/U.N. #Youth2030 Event
by .famvin | April 9, 2021 | Homelessness, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
In case you missed it: a recording of the event hosted by the Vincentian Family at the UN: “HOMES FIRST: STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE YOUTH EMPOWERMENT POST COVID-19”.
Sustainable Development Goals, 5 and 6
by Jim Claffey | April 8, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 2 Comments
Women in Decision-Making: Faith Perspective
by Patricia Oluchi Onuoha | April 6, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 2 Comments
The roles of women and girls cannot be over-emphasized. Women CAN and DO make tremendous difference in the Society when given the opportunity.
“Orange the World” and 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
by | Dec 30, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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 | Dec 2, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
The Vincentian Family at the UN 2018
by Pattie Hughes, Vincentian | Nov 8, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
In September 2017 the Vincentian Family at the UN gathered at St. John’s for our first annual planning meeting. With our Vincentian love as a basis, while respecting the wishes of the leadership of our individual organizations, we spent a long day working...
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty – October 17, 2018
by Catherine Prendergast | Nov 1, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty was celebrated at UN Headquarters Wednesday, October 17. The event was entitled, “Coming together with those furthest behind to build an inclusive world of universal respect for human rights and dignity.” It was...
Latest Report of Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change – A Wake up Call
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Oct 25, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
by | Oct 18, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family, 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
by Margaret O'Dwyer | Oct 11, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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
by | Oct 4, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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
by | Sep 27, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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 | Sep 20, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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
by Catherine Prendergast | Sep 13, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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,...