I wonder if it’s even possible to say something new on climate change. There’s so much material available about it already, dissecting the issue from every angle
Vincentian Family at the U.N.
COP27: UN Conference on Climate Change
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | October 13, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Will there be ambition, commitment and the political will to honor their commitments to implement the Paris Climate Agreement to limit global warming 1.5 degree Centigrade?
Homelessness, Human Rights, and the UN Social Development Goals
by Reese Hagy, Institute of Global Homelessness | October 6, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Housing is the cornerstone on which people build their lives. Without access to suitable housing, essential dimensions of life become exceedingly difficult.
Transforming Education Summit
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | September 22, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Education is a human right. Education is a common public good. Every child and young person have the right to go to school and learn.
International Day of Charity September 5
by Natalie Boone | September 8, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
International Day of Charity 2022 aims to eliminate the effects of humanitarian crises and to help in promoting education, housing, and child protection.
Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Dec 22, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
At the COP15, held in Montreal from December 7 – 19, 2022 all parties of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity adopted the Global Biodiversity Framework.
Cycle of Hope
by MaryAnn Dantuono, AIC | Dec 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
One year has passed since the United Nations’ General Assembly affirmed a Resolution on Homelessness.
Women in Decision-Making: Faith Perspective
by Patricia Oluchi Onuoha | Apr 6, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The roles of women and girls cannot be over-emphasized. Women CAN and DO make tremendous difference in the Society when given the opportunity.
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 Resilient Recovery," the five ECOSOC NGO's comprising the Vincentian Family at the UN will host an event: “HOMES FIRST: STRATEGIES TO PROMOTE YOUTH...
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.
Sustainable Development Goals, 3 and 4
by Jim Claffey | Mar 4, 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.
Digital Technology at the Service of Ending Homelessness
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Feb 25, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The 59th Session of the UN Commission for Social Development was held from February 8-17, 2021
Sustainable Development Goals, 1 and 2
by Jim Claffey | Feb 11, 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.
Create a Compassionate, Fairer and Interconnected World
by Mary Ann Dantuono | Feb 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
As part of the Vincentian Family advocacy and education at the UN, we are hosting a webinar event on Tuesday, February 9 at 1:15-2:30 pm ET and invite your participation.
The UN Agenda 2030
by Jim Claffey | Jan 28, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
In this edition, and future ones, let’s explore the meaning of the SDGs, the Sustainable Development Goals, known as the United Nation’s 2030 Agenda for the People and the Planet.