Nonviolence
We work to improve our personal practice of nonviolence and peacemaking, to collaborate with organizations that foster peace, and to change violent systems and structures.
Explore our Advocacy EffortsFrom the lens of nonviolence, we accept the challenge to become weavers of networks that defend life, spokespeople for those whose cries are silenced.
Ana Maria Siufi, RSM (Argentina)
Initiatives
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Gun Violence Prevention
Gun violence in society is ubiquitous and distressing. As a community, we are taking steps to prevent gun violence.
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Nuns Against Gun Violence
A coalition of Catholic Sisters and their allies that affirms the value of human life through prayer, education, and advocacy for common sense, evidence-based, gun violence prevention.
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Mercy Students Confront Gun Violence
Each year, Mercy students are invited to enter our Social Justice Video Contest and put their creative ideas and skills to work by sharing stories of the Sisters of Mercy’s Critical Concerns. One of the topics for the 2023 contest was gun violence.
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A Journey from Violence to Nonviolence
Watch a presentation to the Nonviolence Interest Group from a Mercy Associate in Honduras
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Pax Christi USA Resources
A partner to the Mercy Community, Pax Christi USA offers resources and education focused on Nonviolence
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Honduras and Argentina
Sisters of Mercy and Mercy Associates in the Caribbean and Central and South America have been participating in workshops to embrace more deeply a life of nonviolence.
Learn about their journeys
Learn about their journeys
Raise your voice with ours!
Explore our current advocacy efforts and get involved.
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