VINCENTIAN NUGGETS!!!
_THE PRACTICAL VINCENTIAN APPROACH TO SOCIAL JUSTICE
The distinctive approach of Vincentians to issues of social justice is to see them from the perspective of those we visit who suffer from injustice.
A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS:
The society helps the poor and disadvantaged speak for themselves. When they cannot, the society must speak on behalf of those who are ignored.
FACING STRUCTURES OF SIN:
Where injustice, inequality, poverty or exclusion are due to unjust economic, political or social structures or to inadequate or unjust legislation, the society should speak out clearly against the situation, always with Charity, with the aim of contributing to and demanding improvements.
STRIVING TO CHANGE ATTITUDES:
Vincentians oppose discrimination of all kinds and work to change the attitude of those who view the weak or who are different with prejudice, fear or scorn, attitudes which gravely wound the dignity of others. The society strives, with Charity, to foster new attitudes of respect and empathy for the weak so that all are able to understand, recognize and defend the right of each person to be responsible for his or her own life. The society promotes understanding, co-operation and mutual love among people of different cultures, relation, ethnic origins and social groups and so contributes to the peace and unity of all peoples.
POLITICAL INDEPENDENCE OF THE SOCIETY:
The society does not identify with any political party and always adapts a non-violent approach. It is good that some members follow and fully participate in their political vocation in such a way that they bring Christian values to political matters. Those members who hold political offices will be asked always with Charity not to hold any mission of representation in the society during their term of political office.
WORKING WITH COMMUNITIES:
The society should work not only with individuals in need but also with families and communities. It can help an excluded or deprived local community to develop a sense of responsibility and solidarity which leads it to improve it’s economic, social or environmental well-being, always retaining the personal contact of members with those who suffer.
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