CEDAW: Franciscans raise situation of tea plantation workers in Sri Lanka
Women and girls working on tea plantations in Sri Lanka are confronted with a multitude of challenges, ranging from unfair ...
Our Vision
A global community in which
- the dignity of every person is respected,
- resources are shared equitably,
- the environment is sustained, and
- nations and peoples live in peace.
We support Franciscans and their allies through regional programs that cover:
Our Focus
Our focus and global advocacy are based on the work of Franciscans at the regional and country levels.
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Equal dignity
- Amplifying the voices of people experiencing extreme poverty and social injustices.
- Denouncing policies and practices that cause or contribute to inequalities and marginalization.
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Peace & human rights
- Promoting human rights in the prevention and resolution of conflicts.
- Denouncing policies and practices that drive conflicts and violence.
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Environmental justice
- Promoting change to preserve our common home.
- Denouncing policies and practices that fail to address urgent environmental crises.
Our Impact
Driven by the needs of Franciscans at the grassroots, we build bridges between marginalized communities and the United Nations.
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