Promoting Justice-Based Advocacy
Our JPIC ministry promotes advocacy efforts for Sisters, Associates and friends of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. The JPIC Office shares weekly updates on current social justice issues and provides regular opportunities for members to meet with their elected representatives.
The U.S. SNDdeN Anti-Racism Team (ART), comprising Sisters and Associates from across the United States, has worked to address systemic and institutional racism for over twenty-five years. The work of ART is twofold: a personal journey of transformation and advocacy for institutional practices, procedures and policies that contribute to a more just and equitable community and society.
Girls Speak Out: Advocating for Justice with the Working Group on Girls
On October 9, 22 students from Notre Dame schools attended Girls Speak Out, an international forum at the United Nations. This annual event, sponsored by the Working Group on Girls (WGG), gives young women an inspiring opportunity to advocate...
Sister Rosa Dolores Rodriguez, SNDdeN on KSBW
Sister Rosa Dolores Rodriguez, SNDdeN has dedicated 37 years to serving the Pajaro community through her nonprofit organization, Casa de la Cultura. Screenshot of video for Sister Rosa Dolores featured on KSBW-TV screenshot She discusses preparations being...
Leading in Mission: Exploring the SNDdeN Charism in Education, Healthcare and Social Justice
https://issuu.com/snddeneastwest/docs/leading_in_mission Leading in Mission presents a collection of reflections on lived experiences of leadership within the Notre Dame de Namur tradition. Each contribution offers a unique perspective on embodying mission through service, collaboration, discernment and commitment in diverse contexts. Together,...
Opening My Mind, Stretching My Heart
By Sister Dianne Shaw, SNDdeN I have volunteered at Notre Dame Education Center (NDEC) in Lawrence, Massachusetts for about 10 years. I began as a mentor in English language practice, as immigrant students find it next to impossible to find...