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Young People: The Future… and the Now!
by Jim Claffey | January 19, 2023 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
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
The UN & You – December 2022
by Sisters of Charity of Nazareth | January 12, 2023 | News | 0 Comments
Teresa Kotturan, SCN, has created a December Publication: The UN & You
Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | December 22, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
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 | December 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
One year has passed since the United Nations’ General Assembly affirmed a Resolution on Homelessness.
Climate Change: An Update and a Response
by James R. Walters | May 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
What history rhymes with a future of justice and peace?
by Mary Ann Dantuono | Apr 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water
by Jim Claffey | Aug 5, 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.
Homelessness is on the rise
by Pattie Hughes, Vincentian | Jul 15, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
As the pandemic spread throughout the world the number of people without homes has grown exponentially.
Sustainable Development Goal 13
by Jim Claffey | Jun 24, 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.
Sustainable Development Goals, 11 and 12
by Jim Claffey | Jun 10, 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.
The United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | Jun 3, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The 20th session of the Indigenous Peoples Forum took place from April 19-30, 2021, with the theme: “Peace, justice and strong institutions: the role of indigenous peoples in implementing Sustainable Development Goal 16”, in light of the evolving COVID-19 situation.
Sustainable Development Goals, 9 and 10
by Jim Claffey | May 13, 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.
ECOSOC Youth Forum 2021: An opportunity for collaboration to further highlight issues of homelessness
by | May 6, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The annual Youth Forum provides a global platform for a candid dialogue among Member States and young leaders from around the world on solutions to challenges affecting youth wellbeing.
Sustainable Development Goals, 7 and 8
by Jim Claffey | Apr 22, 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.
Sustainable Development Goals, 5 and 6
by Jim Claffey | Apr 8, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
SDG5: GENDER EQUALITY In one of their songs, the Eagles rock group sings “things in this life change very slowly if they ever change at all.” The lament of many a social activist! To be fair, one exception would be gay marriage rights, which seem to have come more...