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 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! 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...

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. ...