The Brigidine Congregation is a member of UNANIMA International (UI).
UNANIMA International is a Non–Governmental Organization that works for justice and peace on behalf of women and children (particularly those living in poverty), migrants and refugees, those trafficked for profit and the homeless. A particular focus is the impact of climate change on the most vulnerable and how through local initiatives we can contribute positively to the care of our common home.
UNANIMA’s Motto is One Spirit – One Mission – One Hope. Since 2003, UNANIMA International members have continued to work tirelessly for justice through collaboration, advocacy and education.
Jean Quinn DW is the current Director of UI and Margaret Fyfe csb is our Brigidine representative on the UI Board.
An opportunity…
On Tuesday 4th July, we are invited to attend a Presentation via Zoom wherein Jean Quinn will offer us an opportunity to learn more about UNANIMA International’s work. She will address the advocacy issues that UNANIMA International is currently presenting at various United Nations platforms.
Margaret Fyfe csb shares the Invitation – and offers more information, the times of the Presentation and the Zoom link details, here: Presentation Jean Quinn Director UNANIMA International
UNANIMA International’s most recent Newsletter: UI News May 23
Did you know? UNANIMA International was formally established as a non-profit organization incorporated in the State of New York in 2002. In 2004 UI was accepted for UN Department of Public Information Status, and on July 21, 2005, received special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Currently, UI represents 23 Congregations of Women Religious, comprising 25,000 people in 85 countries.
“There is nothing more powerful than hope. Hope fights on, hope always finds a way. Hope motivates others, rallies around a cause, and hope sees change happen. Hope is lived out in the hard reality of everyday life.”
– Jean Quinn UI , May 2023