Ending Human Trafficking: Supply Chains
In the drive for cheap products and services, from consumer electronics and garments to services such as cleaning, landscaping, and shipping, forced labor exists in every stage of the supply chain. As you purchase holiday gifts, consider what you can do to stop this and what is being done.
Resources: USA (List of goods produced by forced labor); Canada (Bill S-211).
Haiti Collaboration Committee: Beyond Borders News
Access the Beyond Borders’ Fall 2023 Impact Report here.
UDHR – 75th Anniversary
For the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), CP and AM provinces will gather on December 11 at 7pm to listen to voices from the provinces and then to reflect on the UDHR as it relates to the SSND mission. Click here to RSVP by December 8. See flyer, here.
In Case You Missed it Last Week!
Justice for Immigrants: Province Survey Results
The results of our province-wide survey of 94 participants are in! Click here to view the summary. Contact pstortz@amssnd.org for the full survey.
Addressing Climate Change: Sustainable Gift Giving
Explore ways to live simply as we prepare for the coming of Jesus and the restoration of the earth. Take the Advent Simplicity Challenge - Ignatian Solidarity Network
Shalom News North America!
Hot off the press: Shalom News North America, your monthly instrument of hope, formation, and action concerning priority matters of social justice. View the December issue!
Advent offerings & Actions
Short weekly reflections with questions and action items based on the Sunday readings, written by Maryknoll missioners who serve migrants and refugees. Learn more and download material.
Join the Ignatian Solidarity Network in solidarity with our migrant sisters and brothers leading up to the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12). Learn more and register to receive materials.
During Advent, November 30 – December 12, COP28 will take place in Dubai. Respond to the Pope's call in Laudate Deum and send a clear message to Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, president of COP28, by signing the Laudato Si’ Movement petition with our requests and hopes. Read and sign the petition here.
Take the Laudate Deum Action Pledge from the Catholic Climate Covenant. You will receive information and links to support you in your commitment.
