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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul and the Advocacy of Peace, Empathy and Fraternity
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | December 19, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul advocates peace, fraternity and empathy in its worldwide action, especially at the United Nations. Guided by the motto “Serving in hope”, it seeks to build a more just and united world.
Multi-Stakeholder Engagement: A Governance Approach Whose Time Has Come
by Linda Sama | December 5, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
Working on a variety of important issues through UN NGO committees has taught me several critical lessons, the most instructive of which is how addressing problems from a multi-stakeholder perspective can yield more positive outcomes. Why is this, and how is it particularly Vincentian?
An Urgent Crisis Requiring Global Unity
by Sister Michelle Loisel, DC | November 21, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 3 Comments
Every year, climate discussions at the UN grow more urgent as temperatures rise, extreme weather worsens, and vulnerable communities suffer disproportionately.
Make Room…Here Come The Young
by Jim Claffey | October 24, 2024 | Formation, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
The United Nations on September 20th had a very different feeling. Or vibe, as the younger generation would say.
Multi-Stakeholder Engagement: A Governance Approach Whose Time Has Come
by Linda Sama | Dec 5, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Working on a variety of important issues through UN NGO committees has taught me several critical lessons, the most instructive of which is how addressing problems from a multi-stakeholder perspective can yield more positive outcomes. Why is this, and how is it particularly Vincentian?
An Urgent Crisis Requiring Global Unity
by Sister Michelle Loisel, DC | Nov 21, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Every year, climate discussions at the UN grow more urgent as temperatures rise, extreme weather worsens, and vulnerable communities suffer disproportionately.
Make Room…Here Come The Young
by Jim Claffey | Oct 24, 2024 | Formation, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The United Nations on September 20th had a very different feeling. Or vibe, as the younger generation would say.
UN Mission Visit with Ambassador Krzysztof Szczerski and Malgorzata Benson
by Jimmy Walters | Oct 10, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The focus of our meeting was ending homelessness (no easy task). Last month, in our newsletter, I raised the challenge of remaining hopeful in this advocacy work.
Summit of the Future
by .famvin | Sep 20, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The WORKING GROUP TO END HOMELESSNESS (WGEH) Statement on the Summit of the Future and the Pact for the Future
The Future of the Multilateralism: Insights from the Upcoming Summit
by .famvin | Aug 29, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
In September 22-23 2024, world leaders will gather in New York for the United Nations’ Summit of the Future, an event intended to revive a multilateral system built for a different era.
It’s Called Fairness
by Jim Claffey | Jun 27, 2024 | Formation, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
A three-year-old screams “It’s not fair” when she thinks her brother gets something she doesn’t. Another child cries out the same when told it’s time for bed while an older sibling stays up.
Ending Poverty and Ensuring Dignity for All
by Sister Michelle Loisel, DC | Jun 13, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Over the past three years, the number of individuals living on less than $3.65 USD-a-day increased by 165 million. Today, nearly 700 million people worldwide live in extreme poverty, on less than $2.15 a day.
“Seeing” Homelessness Through Data
by Lydia Stazen | May 30, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Street homelessness is in many ways a very visible social and infrastructure issue, while sheltered homelessness and inadequate housing are less obvious to the observer.
Justice’s Role to Prevent the Attack
by Jimmy Walters | May 23, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Blessed Frederic Ozanam wrote, “Charity is the Samaritan who pours oil on the wounds of the traveler who has been attacked. It is justice’s role to prevent the attack.”[
Happiness
by Jim Claffey, CM | Apr 18, 2024 | Formation, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The annual World Happiness Report is out. But a lot of people won’t be happy.
Commission for Social Development
by Michelle Loisel, DC | Mar 21, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The climate crisis is intensifying and it’s touching every part of our lives. Global efforts to address climate change are more urgent than ever.