CSW68 Welcome Gathering for Delegates of Religious NGOs
JCoR is offering an online welcome gathering for CSW68. This event will be held for delegates of Religious NGOs who intend to participate in some part of the 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW), and it will take place on Friday, 8 March 2024, from 10:00AM-11:30AM (New York time). The gathering will provide an opportunity to meet other delegates, to pray and reflect on hopes and intentions for engagement with the CSW process, and to ask questions about how to participate and follow the proceedings online. Interpretation will be provided in English, French, and Spanish Register to join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtd-2oqjwuHdJ_oEVPj-4aZwvkX9zdicg6 Additional CSW68 Resources: – JCoR’s guide to CSW68 – Curated list of CSW68 events recommended by the JCoR and our community at the United Nations in New York – JCoR’s CSW68 joint statement – List of CSW68 statements submitted by members of JCoR …
Praying for Peace: A Daily Practice
Every day at 9am (New York time), wherever you are, we invite you to join the community of Catholic Religious and their partners who work for justice through the UN system in silent prayer for peace. During this sacred silence, we will offer up our intercessions for humanity, including the many people who are suffering due to war and violent conflict and all in a position to bring an end to violence. We remember especially the people of Palestine and Israel. We also invite you to share the flyer (available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese) to encourage your networks to join us in the daily practice. Prayer Resources: Prayer for this Moment by Rabbi Alissa Wise (English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese) Prayer for Peace in the Middle East by Reverend Said Ailabouni (English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese) Litany of Peace in Time of War…
JCoR SDG Lab at the 2023 High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
The annual High Level Political Forum (HLPF) will take place from 10-20 July this year. It functions as the central United Nations platform for the follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Each year, the forum focuses on a select few SDGs, and government leaders voluntarily report on their national progress toward achievement of these SDGs. The SDGs of focus this year are 6, 7, 9, 11, and 17. In addition to reports from governments, the HLPF also includes events sponsored by civil society groups, to highlight their perspectives on implementation and progress toward the SDGs in their respective countries. JCoR will join the conversation by offering a series of virtual discussion, which we are calling the “JCoR SDG Lab.” This series will showcase Catholic Religious and their partners’ perspectives on progress and good practices towards sustainable development. It will run…
Visit JCoR’s Exhibit Booth at the NGO CSW67 Forum
JCoR is sponsoring a virtual exhibit booth at the NGO CSW67 Forum. It is a dedicated webpage on the NGO CSW Forum platform, which serves as a central hub where you can access: Information and links to all our CSW-related events, activities, and programs, including: Parallel events and panel discussions facilitated by our member organizations Calendar of events that will stream live from our exhibition booth and opportunities for you to participate too! Resources and publications created by our member organizations More information about our coalition and its advocacy initiatives Click here to visit the JCoR CSW67 exhibit booth! Click on the following link to view a YouTube playlist made up of the recordings of all of JCoR’s CSW events Featured JCoR events from the exhibit booth calendar include: JCoR Welcome Gathering for Delegates of Religious NGOs 4 March 2023, 9:00am-10:30am (New York time) JCoR is offering…
CSW67 Welcome Gathering for Delegates of Religious NGOs
JCoR is offering an online welcome gathering for CSW67. This event will be held for delegates of Religious NGOs who intend to participate in some part of the 67th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67), and it will take place on 4 March 2023, from 9:00am to 10:30am (New York time) in English, Spanish, and French. The gathering will provide an opportunity to meet other delegates, to pray and reflect on hopes and intentions for engagement with the CSW process, and to ask questions about how to participate and follow online. Resources: Daily Reflection Questions Crafting Your Message for CSW67 (and beyond) Setting Your Intention for CSW67 El JCoR ofrece una reunión de bienvenida en línea para la CSW67. Este evento se celebrará para los delegados de las ONG religiosas que tengan la intención de participar en alguna parte de la 67ª Sesión de la Comisión de…
CSocD61 Welcome Gathering for Delegates of Religious NGOs
JCoR is offering an online welcome gathering for CSocD61. This event will be held for delegates of Religious NGOs who intend to participate in some part of CSocD, and it will take place on 6 February 2023, from 8:00 to 9:30 (New York time) in English, Spanish, and French. The gathering will provide an opportunity to meet other delegates, to pray and reflect on hopes and intentions for engagement with the CSocD process, and to ask questions about how to participate and follow online. Register here: https://bit.ly/3jrfBv8 El JCoR ofrecerá una reunión de bienvenida en línea para el CSocD61. Este evento se celebrará para los delegados de las ONG religiosas que tengan la intención de participar en alguna parte de la CSocD, y tendrá lugar el 6 de febrero de 2023, de 8:00 a 9:30 (hora de Nueva York) en inglés, español y francés. La reunión brindará la oportunidad de…
Stand by Me: 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-Based Violence
JCoR-India has collaborated with the Conference of Religious of India in putting together a series of conversations that include voices of GBV survivors, gender-justice advocates, and those involved in redressal and accompaniment of survivors. See the flyer (above) for details. The information needed to join the sessions via Zoom are as follows: Topic: STAND BY ME 2022 Time: This is a recurring meeting Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87492285091?pwd=ODZ6bFpYSHpUeXpSdnVhMW8zaHlZUT09 Meeting ID: 874 9228 5091 Passcode: INEEDYOU Contact : endgbvcampaign22@gmail.com
Shoeless on Sinai: A Digital Pilgrimage to COP27
From 6 to 18 November 2022, the governments who are parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change will convene in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt for the conference widely known as “COP27.” Sharm el-Sheikh sits on the Sinai Peninsula, the land held sacred by followers of Abrahamic religions as the place where God appeared to Moses and called him to a mission of liberation. On each day of this conference, you are invited to pray in solidarity with the whole Earth community and, in a special way, with the Catholic Sisters, Brothers, priests, and other faith leaders who will be advocating for environmental justice in the UN proceedings on the Sinai Peninsula. Join your sisters and brothers—in Sinai and around the world—in this “digital pilgrimage” by participating in one or more of the activities below, or click here (or on the images below) to view the pilgrimage flyer in English,…
A Call to Action for the Education of Adolescent Girls
Join us on 6 October 2022, from 9:00am-9:30am for Day 6 of the 11 Days of Action! Live-streamed event featuring “Drive For Five: A Global Call to Action for the Education of Adolescent Girls,” followed by a live conversation with a girl activists. View the event flyer here FEATURED GIRL ACTIVISTS: Megal – Climate Activist from India Leonie – United Kingdom Isabella – United Kingdom Bettie – Kenya Conversation moderated by: Maria – Mexico WATCH VIA LIVESTREAM: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DayoftheGirlSummit YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiQBFP_lRi66cJkDE5R6Hpg/videos?app=desktop
Delivering SDG 4.7: Catholic Religious Organizations and the Lifelong Formation of Global Citizens
Delivering SDG 4.7: Catholic Religious Organisations and the Lifelong Formation of Global Citizens This side event on the margins of the 2022 UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development will bring together the voices of faith-based organisations from the Catholic tradition, which have a presence across many global regions, to share good practices and recommendations with respect to the achievement of SDG 4’s Target 7. Click here to register! View event flyer 7:30am to 9:00am (New York & Port-au-Prince / UTC -4:00) 1:30pm to 3:00pm (Madrid, Maputo & Rome / UTC +2:00) 7:30pm to 9:00pm (Manila / UTC +8:00) Cumplir el ODS 4.7: Las organizaciones Religiosas Católicas y la Formación Permanente de la Ciudadanía Global Este evento paralelo dentro del Foro Político de Alto Nivel de la ONU sobre el Desarrollo Sostenible de 2022 reunirá las voces de las organizaciones eclesiales, presentes en muchas regiones del mundo, para…
JCoR SDG Lab at the 2022 High Level Political Forum
Series of showcases of Catholic Religious and their partners’ perspectives on progress and good practices toward SDGs 4, 5, 14, 15, and 17 The annual High Level Political Forum (HLPF) will take place from 5-15 July this year. It functions as the central United Nations platform for the follow-up and review of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Each year, the forum focuses on a select few SDGs, and government leaders voluntarily report on their national progress toward achievement of these SDGs. The SDGs of focus this year are 4, 5, 14, 15, and 17. In addition to reports from governments, the HLPF also includes events sponsored by civil society groups, to highlight their perspectives on implementation and progress toward the SDGs in their respective countries. JCoR will join the conversation by offering a series of virtual conversations, which we are calling the…
Welcome Gathering for Delegates to the 21st UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues
The Justice Coalition of Religious (JCoR) invites their delegates who will be participating in some portion of the 21st UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (PFII21) to attend this welcome gathering where we can meet one another, share our connections to the themes of PFII21 , and to enter into the conference with a prayerful reflection. We will meet on 26 April 2022 at 8:30am (New York time). Interpretation between English, Spanish, and Portuguese will be available. REGISTER NOW to attend this event. The Coalición de las Religiosas y los Religiosos por la Justicia (JCoR) invita a sus delegados que participarán en alguna parte del 21º Foro Permanente para las Cuestiones Indígenas de la ONU (PFII21) a asistir a esta reunión de bienvenida donde podremos conocernos, compartir nuestras conexiones con los temas del PFII21, y entrar en la conferencia con una reflexión en oración. Nos reuniremos el 26 de abril de…
Showcase of Ministries in Support of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
JCoR is sponsoring an online gathering on 4 May 2022 at 12:30pm (New York time) as part of our engagement with the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). We are in search of Catholic Religious Sisters, Brothers, priests, and their partners who are willing to join the session to speak about ministries that involve supporting the rights and wellbeing of Indigenous, Pastoral, or Tribal Peoples. Interpretation between English, Spanish, and Portuguese will be available. If you are engaged in such a ministry and are interested in participating in this sharing session live, please complete and submit this form. REGISTER NOW to attend this event. JCoR está patrocinará un encuentro virtual al 4 de mayo de 2022 a las 12:30pm (hora de Nueva York) como parte de nuestro compromiso con el Foro Permanente para las Cuestiones Indígenas de la ONU. Estamos buscando hermanas, hermanos y sacerdotes religiosos católicos y sus socios…
JCoR Environmental Ministries Showcase (Africa & Asia)
This presentation of ministry projects being carried out by Catholic Religious Sisters and Fathers in various parts of the African continent was convened by JCoR during the 66th UN Commission on the Status of Women. The theme for this UN conference was an exploration of the intersection of gender equality and environmental sustainability and justice. This presentation of ministry projects being carried out by Catholic Religious Sisters and Fathers in various parts of Asia was convened by JCoR during the 66th UN Commission on the Status of Women. The theme for this UN conference was an exploration of the intersection of gender equality and environmental sustainability and justice.
My Voice, Our Equal Future: Girls Speak to Climate Change
This event joins the themes of International Day of the Girl 2021 and CSW66. It provides space for a global conversation among girls, who will discuss their contributions to climate justice, the obstacles they see and their hopes for the future. In Our Common Agenda, António Guterres mentions youth 39 times. He writes, “Listen to and work with youth”. This event seeks to do just that – especially with girls. Girl advocates will approach climate change from perspectives such as education, technology, Covid19, food security and period poverty. Este evento une los temas del Día Internacional de la Niña 2021 y de la CSW66. Este evento ofrece un espacio para una conversación global entre las niñas, que discutirán sus contribuciones a la justicia climática, los obstáculos que ven y sus esperanzas para el futuro. En Nuestra Agenda Común, António Guterres menciona a los jóvenes 39 veces. Escribe: “Escuchen y trabajen…
Faith Without Borders: Contributions of Catholic Religious Congregations to the 2030 Agenda
“Faith Without Borders: Partnerships of Governments and Catholic Organizations to Reduce Inequalities for the Post-COVID Era in Spain and Beyond” This panel discussion will feature leaders from the UN system and Spanish government, Spanish civil society, and the global community of Catholic Religious who will offer their perspectives on the role of Religious NGOs in the achievement of the SDGs, through both monitoring (advocacy initiatives) and implementation (good works among populations who have been the most marginalised). ___________________________________________________________________ “Fe sin fronteras: Alianzas de gobiernos y organizationes católicas para reducir las desigualdades” Este panel de discusión contará con líderes del sistema de la ONU y el gobierno español, la sociedad civil española, y la comunidad global de religiosos católicos que ofrecerán sus perspectivas sobre el papel de las ONG religiosas en el logro de los ODS, a través de ambos seguimiento (iniciativas de incidencia) e implementación (buenas obras entre las poblaciones…
Dignity at the heart of the SDGs in a Post-COVID Era: Listening to Youth, Older Persons, Refugees, and Indigenous Peoples
Our interactive panel will represent voices from the field, their experiences, and challenges to re-build a healthier, more equitable, and peaceful world in a post COVID era in which the fundamental dignity of each person is realized. We will hear from individuals living in four of this year’s VNR countries: Colombia, Japan, Mexico, and Spain. They will present some of the challenges they face in achieving the promise held in the SDG’s to leave no one behind and reach the furthest behind. Additionally, they will offer best practices and offer suggestions for a sustainable way forward. ___________________________________________________ Nuestro panel interactivo representará voces del campo, sus experiencias y desafíos para reconstruir un mundo más saludable, equitativo y pacífico en una era post COVID en la que la dignidad fundamental de cada la persona se realiza. Escucharemos a personas que viven en cuatro de los países VNR de este año: Colombia, Japón,…
Holistic and Intersectional Approaches to Peace at the Heart of Achieving Sustainable Development Goals in a Post-COVID Era
This panel will explore vital interconnections between the SDGs in order to achieve SDG 16 (Peace Justice & Strong Institutions). Special attention will be given to the SDG1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Health & Wellbeing), SDG8 (Decent Work & Economic Growth), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) for the realization of peace in a post COVID-19 era. _______________________________________________ Este panel explorará las interconexiones vitales entre los ODS para lograr el ODS 16 (Justicia de paz y Instituciones Fuertes). Se prestará especial atención al ODS 1 (Fin de la pobreza), ODS 2 (Hambre cero), ODS 3 (Salud Y bienestar), ODS 8 (Trabajo decente y crecimiento económico) y ODS 10 (Reducción de las desigualdades) para la realización de paz en una era posterior al COVID-19. _______________________________________________ Ce panel explorera les interconnexions vitales entre les ODD afin d’atteindre l’ODD 16 (Peace Justice & Institutions fortes). Une attention particulière sera accordée…
Unraveling Child Labor in the Mining Industry in the Congo Basin
A virtual side-event commemorating the World Day Against Child Labor and International Day of the African Child The NGO Mining Working Group (MWG) is a coalition of NGOs that advocate through the UN system for human and environmental rights as they relate to extractive industries. The MWG addresses unjust and unsustainable extractive practices and policies through the lens of Earth’s carrying capacity and the rights of local communities and indigenous peoples. This year, which the UN Secretary-General has declared the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour, the MWG has taken a particular interest in shining a light on child labor practices in the extractive industry. One epicenter of such practices is the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The DRC is the origin of over half the world’s cobalt, a mineral that is essential for the production of lithium-on batteries in electric cars, phones, and computers. These technological…
International Women’s Day: presentations & interactive discussion on women’s health, education, and work in the post-COVID world
Serving Across the Digital Divide: Catholic Religious on the Role of Digital Technology in Social Inequalities
As members of the Justice Coalition of Religious, which unites the voices of many United Nations-accredited organisations representing Catholic Sisters, Brothers, and priests, we have been working alongside “the furthest behind” toward sustainable development for centuries. From this vantage point, we have witnessed COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns widening pre-existing socio-economic inequalities to a veritable chasm. In this side event, we will learn from the experiences, perspectives, and visions of several Catholic women and men Religious who are dedicated to service of those on the disconnected side of our current digital divide. They will shine a light on the particular ways the digital divide has impacted the marginalised communities in which they live and minister. They will also offer their insights into what the first steps toward digitalization could look like in their communities and the role they are ready to play in that process. SPEAKERS: Sr. Lorraine Connell, SNDdeN,General Treasurer &…
Faith Speaks to UN75: an online conversation among faith and diplomatic leaders on the 75th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations
An online discussion among faith & diplomatic leaders on the 75th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations: At a time of great disruptions in the world, the UN is marking its 75th anniversary. The COVID-19 global health crisis with severe economic and social impacts creates increased challenges for the UN. Faith-based organizations (FBOs) have a history of serving people and are among the first responders in times of global crisis including the ongoing COVID- 19 pandemic. Our communities and partners on the ground ensure that basic needs are met for all people, regardless of religion, in the communities in which we live and serve. We reach out communities that are often the most vulnerable and are left behind. Faith-based actors fill the service gaps usually without government assistance. FBOs continually engage in projects on the ground that specifically further the objectives of the UN Charter, implement the Sustainable…
A Faith-Based Vision for the UN at 75 and Beyond
On 15 September 2020, a team of non-governmental organizations who represent Catholic congregations of women and men Religious at the United Nations jointly launched a statement calling for key reforms to the UN System on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of its founding. The video below features comments on the statement from Azza Karam, Secretary-General of Religions for Peace International, and Joop Theunissen of the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs. The statement discussed herein is available in: English Spanish French Recording of the launch conversation:
Strengthening Connections to End Human Trafficking: An Interactive Dialogue
Strengthening Connections to End Human Trafficking: an Interactive Dialogue with Talitha Kum, US Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking, and UN NGOs Conversation Starters: Gabriella Bottani, SMC, International Coordinator Talitha Kum Winifred Doherty, RGS, NGO Representative to the UN for the Congregation of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd Michelle Loisel, DC, Coordinator of Provincial Response to Migrants and Issues of Modern Human Slavery, Company of the Daughters of Charity, St. Louise Province Robert Miresel, SVD, NGO Representative to the UN, VIVAT International Date: Tuesday, 30 July, 11:00am-1:00pm Location: UN Church Center, 2nd Floor, 777 United Nations Plaza Click here to see the event flyer.
SDG 4: At the heart of achieving the 2030 Agenda
SDG 4: At the heart of achieving the 2030 Agenda Quality Education is at the heart of sustainable development. Integrative and innovative approaches to education build intellectual capacity, increase health and well-being, and provide opportunities for local people to contribute to sustainable solutions to the global issues affecting them. This interactive panel discussion will focus on realistic recommendations for integrated, quality education through a rights-based lens, including urban, rural, and impoverished communities around the world. Date: Tuesday, 9 July, 3:00pm Location: UN Church Center, 10th Floor, 777 United Nations Plaza For more information, please see the event flyer.
Reaching the Roots: Social Protection for Indigenous Women and Girls
Reaching the Roots: Social Protection for Indigenous Women and Girls An event sponsored by the Justice Coalition of Religious parallel to the 63rd UN Commission on the Status of Women In this parallel event on the margins of the 63rd UN Commission on the Status of Women, a panel will shine a light on the particular ways that social protection gaps are affecting indigenous women and girls in several distinct corners of the globe, including Ecuador, Vanuatu, Nepal, and Canada. The event will also highlight the ways in which indigenous women and girls are overcoming those gaps in government-sponsored protection. Panelists will follow this call to action with a presentation of recommendations for the UN Member States, UN agencies, private sector representatives, and civil society actors who are ready to answer that call. Panelists will include: • Hilda Anderson-Pyrz, Manager, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Liaison Unit at…
Justice at the heart of global transformation
