Vincentian Family at the U.N.

The Ongoing Fight for Gender Equality, now with COVID-19 – Part I

by | June 18, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

In a two-part series, we highlight reports in two different hemispheres that focus on women in the COVID-infected world. Part I.

United Nations Efforts to End Racism

by Margaret O'Dwyer | June 11, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment

After recent events, you may ask, “What has the UN done to help eradicate racism?”

COVID-19 and Homelessness

by Pattie Hughes, Vincentian | June 4, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment

With the COVID-19 Pandemic uniting the world in abject pain, some of the most vulnerable are finding the situation extremely difficult to navigate.

Visit to the United Nation in Geneva

by Sr. Franca Edet, DC | May 21, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 4 Comments

Sister Franca Edet, DC, who is a member of the Daughters of Charity United Nations Advisory Group, had the opportunity to visit the Daughters of Charity in Geneva and to visit the UN there.

Join the Vincentian Family on April 6 for U.N. #Youth2030 Event

by Natalie Boone and Mary Ann Dantuono | Mar 29, 2021 | Homelessness, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

During the UN's 10th Economic and Social Council Youth Forum, which marks the start of "A Decade of Action: Building a...

Oxen and Cell Phones

by Jim Claffey | Mar 18, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

Cell phones, once a luxury, are now almost a necessity. For the impoverished, especially in rural areas, they can make all the difference for one’s life and health.

The 65th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women

by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Mar 11, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

The report of the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres on the priority theme shines a light on the global trends, persistent barriers and opportunities women face in their struggles for effective participation and decision-making in public life.

Vincentians are Called to Serve

by | Apr 27, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

We Wish All Members of The Vincentian Family a Holy and Blessed Easter Season Sunday, April 23, 2017, marked the 204th Birthday of Blessed Frederic Ozanam, it’s also the anniversary of the First meeting of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Paris in 1833. Sunday...

Sr. Joan Dawber, SC Speaks at the United Nations

by Elizabeth Astridge | Apr 21, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

by Melissa Camardo on March 29, 2017 in LifeWay Network News The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) of the United Nations brings together experts from around the world to further gender equality and women’s empowerment. Sister Joan Dawber, founder and executive...

UN Forum on Indigenous Issues to Focus on Rights

by Margaret O'Dwyer | Apr 20, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

The Vincentian Family is helping to facilitate several opportunities for indigenous persons to express their concerns during the 16th Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues at the United Nations. The Forum runs April 24-May 5 in New York. This year marks the tenth...

AIC Participates in Various Regional and Global Forums

by | Apr 13, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

AIC recently concluded the 2017 international assembly in Chatillon, France. It was a time to consider the international participation of the many locally-based volunteers. Besides each individual member country within the AIC, there is a network of...

The Fight Against Xenophobia – Welcoming the Stranger

by Dominic Gierber | Apr 6, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

Fear. Fear of the unknown. Fear of the “different.” Fear through misunderstanding. Xenophobia is the fear or dislike of foreign born individuals. The very idea of xenophobia is rooted in fear for oneself and way of life; however this fear and abrasiveness is hurtful...

United Nations: Conclusion of the Commission on Status of Women

by Pattie Hughes, Vincentian | Mar 30, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

St. Vincent de Paul was a champion of women. His friendship with St. Louise was evidence of his respect and admiration of women. He recognized the strength and unique person of the woman. The United Nations recently concluded the Commission on Status of Women. Over...

Truly Welcoming the Stranger

by Joanna Mendez | Mar 23, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

YOUTH MAKING A DIFFERENCE AT THE UNITED NATIONS Youth imbued with the Vincentian spirit have little time for empty rhetoric. Human need calls them to propel values into vibrant action. The Daughters of Charity at the UN find that admirable quality in intern...

New Secretary-General Antonio Guterres

by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Mar 16, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

The new Secretary-General took office on January 2, 2017. Given below are excerpts from his speech made after taking oath of office on December 12, 2016. It is his road map for the future and he has already focused on some of these issues. “Fear is driving the...

Evolving Work World Main Theme of UN’s 61st Commission on Status of Women

by | Mar 9, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

Greetings from the Vincentian Family Team at United Nations Headquarters in New York! We’re looking forward to the 61st Commission on the Status of Women, which runs here from March 13-24. COMMISSION’S THREE THEMES...

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