On August 7, in São Paulo, Brazil, representatives of the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness (IGH) were delighted to sign the formal Vanguard City partnership agreement…
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by James R. Walters | May 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
Since starting my work as the NGO Representative for the Sisters of Charity Federation at the United Nations at the start of the year, there is a plethora of justice issues that demand our attention.
by Mary Ann Dantuono | April 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
The history of Social Development at the UN continues to echo but more rhymes are needed so that it leads to a fulfillment of the promises of placing people at the center of development, eradicating poverty, providing productive employment and decent work, and creating social inclusion.
by Lydia Stazen, IGH | March 30, 2023 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
DePaul University, in partnership with the Ruff Institute on Global Homelessness and the International Journal on Homelessness, hosted what may have been the largest-ever convening on global homelessness.
by Jim Claffey | March 16, 2023 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
New Years’ resolutions, a common practice, and a good one if it focuses our energy and determination towards valuable goals.
by Lydia Stazen | Aug 17, 2023 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
On August 7, in São Paulo, Brazil, representatives of the Ruff Institute of Global Homelessness (IGH) were delighted to sign the formal Vanguard City partnership agreement…
by MaryAnn Dantuono, AIC | Jul 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The Maastricht Principles on the Human Rights of Future Generations were adopted in early 2023 and supported by almost sixty leading experts in legal and human rights from different parts of the world.
by Michelle Loisel, DC | Jul 6, 2023 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The High-Level Forum (HLPF) to prepare the to review the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is around the corner – July 10 – 19, 2023
by Jim Claffey | Jan 6, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
by Natalie Boone | 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.
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.
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Nov 18, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
by Jim Claffey | Oct 28, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Member States themselves identified 12 areas of action that can only be addressed through greater multilateralism.
by Jim Claffey | Oct 8, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Antonio Guterrez recently issued a report focusing on recommendations to advance the agenda for people, for the planet, for prosperity and for peace.
by .famvin | Sep 30, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The Vincentian Family Coalition at the UN in New York was honored at the Vincentian Convocation at St. John’s University with the International Medal.
by Jim Claffey | Sep 9, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
by Jim Claffey | Sep 1, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.