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| The Augustinian Order is an accredited Non-Governmental Organization (N.G.O.) at the United Nations. The Augustinian presence at the U.N. is an instrument for implementing values of the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the international forum. The Order seeks to defend human rights, promote education and literacy, as well as economic and social development, and to foster a Culture of Peace, in accord with traditional Catholic social teaching. One of the initiatives of the Augustinian Order NGO is participation in the Culture of Peace Program and the Associate Schools Project Network. Read more about it - and get involved:
UN Calendar:
Resource documents: The Church and the United Nations - This document provides a good overview of the relationship between the Church and international organizations shuch as the United Nations. UN International Migrants Day (December 18) - Join with the Augustinians as together we stand in solidarity with immigrants worldwide. Following are suggested materials for Augustinian liturgical celebrations themed for this special day designated by the United Nations.
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