The Weaponsation of Cultural Beliefs in Human Trafficking
Webinar Recording Further Resources Organisations Working in the Field of Human Traficking To mark St. Bakhita’s Day and the World Day of Prayer for Victims of Human Trafficking earlier this month, we collaborated with author David Lohan and the Society of African...
2024 International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking
The International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking (IDPAAHT) is celebrated annually on the Feast of Saint Josephine Bakhita on 8 February, since formally observed in 2015. Inspired by the commitment of young people from all over the world, the...
The Weaponisation of Cultural Beliefs in Human Trafficking: A Webinar
In February, the prayer focus of the OLA Justice desk is for the victims of the insidious crime of human trafficking. Despite our collective efforts, human trafficking continues to plague societies worldwide, its grasp extending across borders and cultures. To mark...
COP 28: An Opportunity to Address Disparities in Climate Impact
The 2023 UN Climate Change Conference, COP28, currently unfolding in Dubai, UAE, signifies a pivotal moment for global leaders to address climate injustice and refocus efforts on the most vulnerable communities worldwide. This conference, which encompasses the 28th...
Safeguarding the Rights of Children in Ireland: Urgent Calls for Action
In February 2023, the Committee on the Rights of the Child concluded its examination of Ireland under the Convention on the Rights of the Child. The OLA Justice Desk, collaborating with others, presented critical concerns and recommendations in a joint...
2023 Conference on Intergenerational Climate Justice – REGISTERATIONS OPEN
PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release 2023 Conference on Intergenerational Climate Justice Climate and Biodiversity: Thinking Ecologically "Cherishing Life on Earth" Date: Thursday, 26 October 2023, via Zoom, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm (GMT+1) The highly...
Witnessing Climate Impact in Africa
The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA) and the Society of African Missions (SMA) are proud to announce the launch of their podcast series, "Missionary Voices: Witnessing Climate Impact in Africa," to mark the Season of Creation. This collaboration showcases the...
ACW 2023: Nairobi Hosts Global Climate Leaders
Africa Climate Week (ACW) is an annual gathering that unites leaders from governments, businesses, international organisations, and civil society to tackle the pressing issue of climate change. This year's event, ACW 2023, is particularly noteworthy, as it...
VACANCY: OLA Justice Officer
The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA) wish to recruit a Justice Officer, working full-time. The role will involve hybrid-working for the first year based at Ardfoyle Convent, Ballintemple, Cork, after which flexibility around remote working is negotiable. The...
Migrations in Our Common Home: Forecasting for Change
The OLA Justice Desk is pleased to announce the publication of the third briefing paper from the Roundtable on Migration in Our Common Home. The Roundtable, which is chaired by Social Justice Ireland and funded by the OLA and SMA, brings...