Justice and Peace
All of our missioners strive to create a more just and compassionate world through focusing on the needs of people experiencing poverty or marginalization. Some missioners, however, have a special focus on peace or justice through ministries that train leaders in conflict resolution; assist groups working for human rights; promote interreligious dialogue; advocate for and work with groups experiencing marginalization as they strive for equity and inclusion; and support local efforts to dismantle racism, classism, and sexism.
Empowerment and Inclusion
Maryknoll lay missioners work with vulnerable groups such as deaf people, children with disabilities, populations with HIV/AIDS, and immigrants to advocate for their just treatment, help reduce stigma, and promote greater access to resources and inclusion in society.
Dialogue
Maryknoll lay missioners work to promote dialogue, mutual understanding, and conflict transformation, especially among groups that are in conflict or in places where there is a high level of violence.
Our Missioners in Justice and Peace
Featured Stories
‘A time to laugh, a time to weep …’
Mission is not just about the struggle for justice; it’s also about sharing life’s joys and celebrations with the people.
Creating safe spaces for survivors of gender-based violence
JRS’ Safe Havens provide women refugees and their children with protection, security, solace and tools for healing and education.
It’s all connected: Restorative justice work across Brazil
Joanne Blaney sees profound connections in her restorative-justice work — from São Paulo to the Amazon and other regions of Brazil.
