Decent Work & Economic Empowerment
In preparation for the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar, this fall, the NGO Committee for Social Development convened a High-Level Political… Read More »Decent Work & Economic Empowerment
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Social Justice
With justice as a key focus of our congregation, several of our ministries deal specifically with issues of human rights, education, and human development. Learn more about our social justice efforts and focus.
The Real Cost of Clean Energy
Transitioning to clean energy is one way to address global climate change and also embrace the spirit of caring for our common home. However, increased… Read More »The Real Cost of Clean Energy
Thirty Years of Service, and a Legacy of Love
Thirty years is a remarkable milestone in the life of an organization – one worthy of gratitude, celebration, and reflection. For the RSHM LIFE Center,… Read More »Thirty Years of Service, and a Legacy of Love
CSW69: Celebrating Wins, Confronting Challenges in Women’s Rights
In March, the United Nations hosted the 69th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), marking the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform… Read More »CSW69: Celebrating Wins, Confronting Challenges in Women’s Rights
UN Remains Committed to Global Social Justice
Earlier this year, I attended the 63rd Session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD) at the United Nations. This commission, one of eight created… Read More »UN Remains Committed to Global Social Justice
Faith in Action: Six Decades of Ministry and Mission
A native of the Washington Heights area of northern Manhattan in New York City, Sister Mary Lang’s journey has taken her to numerous locations to… Read More »Faith in Action: Six Decades of Ministry and Mission
Signs of Times: A Response from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious
The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) is an association of the leaders of congregations of Catholic women religious in the United States. The conference… Read More »Signs of Times: A Response from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious
Rooted in Mission, Rebuilt by Love: Marymount Los Angeles and the Palisades Fire
On January 7, 2025, fire swept through the canyons and coastlines of Los Angeles, leaving behind scorched earth, collapsed homes, and families forced to flee… Read More »Rooted in Mission, Rebuilt by Love: Marymount Los Angeles and the Palisades Fire
An Update from One of Our RSHM NGO Interns
The High-Level week of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is held annually in September at the U.N. headquarters in York City. It brings together… Read More »An Update from One of Our RSHM NGO Interns
Connecting for Service in the Global Network of Schools
Students from Marymount School of New York and Marymount Los Angeles had an incredible experience when they were invited to participate in the Global Network… Read More »Connecting for Service in the Global Network of Schools