Daughters of Charity at the United Nations
The Daughters of Charity are at the UN to engage in advocacy to improve the quality of life for those living in poverty and enhance the stewardship of the environment. We join our voice with the voices of other NGOs to influence critical global policy issues.
News & Information
Our Involvement
- UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 2026
The 25th Session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) just wrapped up at United Nations Headquarters in New York, running fromContinue reading “UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 2026” - “Innovate, Unite and Transform: Youth Shaping the Road to 2030.”
Hannah Adames, student at Marymount Manhattan College studying Politics, Human Rights, and International Studies – Daughters of Charity Intern Earlier this month, I hadContinue reading ““Innovate, Unite and Transform: Youth Shaping the Road to 2030.”” - A Reflection after CSW70: Presence, Listening, and Hope
Priority theme: Ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls, including by promoting inclusive and equitable legal systems, eliminating discriminatory laws, policies,Continue reading “A Reflection after CSW70: Presence, Listening, and Hope” - From CSocD to CSW: Thinking on the Reaffirmation of CSocD goals during CSW
The 64th session of the Commission for Social Development (CSocD64) took place between 2-10February here in New York City. CSocD64 focused on the priorityContinue reading “From CSocD to CSW: Thinking on the Reaffirmation of CSocD goals during CSW” - The Work Behind the Scenes: Civil Society Engagement through Side and Parallel Events at the UN
Click here to access a list of events recommended and sponsored by the JCoR community. At the beginning of each year, the United Nations inContinue reading “The Work Behind the Scenes: Civil Society Engagement through Side and Parallel Events at the UN” - Christmas and New Year Greetings
As we celebrate the mystery of the Incarnation and prepare to welcome the New Year, the Daughters of Charity at the United Nations giveContinue reading “Christmas and New Year Greetings” - International Migrants Day
December 18 calls us, as civil society, to amplify the voices of migrants, challenge harmful narratives, and advocate for policies rooted in human rights,Continue reading “International Migrants Day” - COP30 in Belém: A Reflection for the Daughters of Charity
As COP30 unfolds in Belém, Brazil—at the heart of the Amazon—the global spotlight is not just on climate science but on justice, health, andContinue reading “COP30 in Belém: A Reflection for the Daughters of Charity” - What the Doha Social Summit Means for the People We Serve
marked a renewed global commitment to social justice, poverty eradication, and inclusive development. Beyond the political language, the outcomes of the Summit offer realContinue reading “What the Doha Social Summit Means for the People We Serve”
What’s Happening at the United Nations
International Days & Weeks
SDGs Planning Calendar
Goal of the Month
Our Representatives
Sister Michelle Loisel D.C.
United Nations Headquarters, New York, USA
Sister Franca Edet, D.C.
United Nations Office, Geneva, Switzerland
Areas of Focus
Our Priorities
Human rights is a broad topic. So, in order to make a difference at the UN, we have committed our time and efforts to eight different committees and working groups.
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