The Dorothy Stang Initiative for Laudato Si' Action
The Initiative was officially announced on October 4, 2021, when the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur Ohio Province committed to respond to Pope Francis' challenge to address the climate crisis. Since then, we have been actively implementing our action plan across our focus areas, working collaboratively with our extended community to create meaningful change for our common home.
VISION STATEMENT
We, the Dorothy Stang Initiative for Laudato Si' Action, hear the call of Pope Francis to make new commitments and more efforts to address the ecological crisis facing our earth. We believe that we have a responsibility to contribute to the conversion needed to save our common home.
MISSION STATEMENT
The charism of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur is to proclaim the goodness of God in all of creation, with special attention to the needs of those suffering from injustice and poverty. Therefore, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur of the Ohio Province have set in motion the Dorothy Stang Initiative which strives to stimulate and facilitate the response to the call of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform among members of their extended community.
VALUE STATEMENT
We see the following values as integral to DSI planning and action:
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Sense of Urgency. We recognize the critical timeline facing our planet and act with appropriate urgency to address the climate crisis.
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Stubborn Optimism. We maintain hope and determination in the face of challenges, believing positive change is possible through collective action.
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Transformational Education. We believe education is a powerful force for positive change and commit to sharing knowledge that transforms hearts and minds.
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Collaboration. We work together with other groups, transcending boundaries of nation, state, and tribe to create lasting impact.
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Transformative Action. We move beyond planning to meaningful action that creates real change for our common home.
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With you, we change lives
With the support of generous friends like you, we are able to continue our mission of educating and taking a stand with those in poverty— especially women and children.
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