Vincentians from several branches all over the world joined to listen to our all-women panel explaining how they developed their “13 Houses” projects.
Homelessness
“Welcome Home” in Guatemala with the “13 Houses” Campaign
After three years of work, more than 30 families who lost their homes during the Volcán de Fuego eruption in 2018 now have a better and safer place to call home.
Poverty Eradication an Elusive Goal, a Human Tragedy
Global extreme poverty (<$1.90 USD per day) rose in 2020 adding an additional 119 million. By 2021 that number is expected to rise to 143 million.
Vincentians in Nigeria join the fight against homelessness
The Vincentian Family in Nigeria has decided to focus their work on homelessness after their annual meeting in Lagos last month.
Who Will Run the Soup Kitchens?
But with so many areas under lockdown, I suddenly realized pressing another problem I had not thought about. Who will run the soup kitchens?
What’s More Important Now … First Aid? or Long-term Solutions?
Magdalena puts a face on the problem. But where is that place and is it possible to follow the guidelines we have been hearing. The story of one woman who is affected.
UK Government Appoints FHA Commission Member to Lead a Review into Rough Sleeping
FHA Commission member Dame Louise Casey has been appointed by the UK Prime Minister to lead a review into rough sleeping in the country.
Father Virgil Cordano Center: A Place of Respite, Community and Hope
Father Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC), is a day center that serves people who are homeless seeking a place of respite and belonging while determining their next steps in life.
Speaking of the Elephant in the Room…
A reflection about the elephant in the room of our discussions of the Corona crisis….how the 500,000 homeless in our midst will be affected…
Vincentian Prayer Images: Vincent Did Something About Homelessness
Vincent faced a problem of homelessness in his day. It is amazing what he did! This is our heritage!
Watch the New 13 Houses Video!
The “13 Houses” Campaign is changing the lives of homeless people all around the world thanks to the collaboration between Vincentian branches.
What Can We Do About Homelessness?
How can we blend sysemic change and a “culture of encounter” in serving the homeless.
