Dominicans for Justice and Peace

11/09/2026

🇻🇪 Venezuela: debe continuar la vigilancia internacional de los derechos humanos

En el marco del 63.º período de sesiones del Consejo de Derechos Humanos de la ONU ( ), que tiene lugar en septiembre de 2026, pedimos a los Estados miembros de la ONU que renueven los mandatos de la Misión internacional independiente de determinación de los hechos sobre Venezuela y de la Oficina del Alto Comisionado de las Naciones Unidas para los Derechos Humanos (ACNUDH) sobre Venezuela y reafirmen su compromiso con los derechos humanos, la rendición de cuentas y la justicia en Venezuela.

La vigilancia y el seguimiento internacional independientes siguen siendo esenciales para garantizar que las violaciones graves de derechos humanos no queden sin documentar y que las víctimas permanezcan en el centro de la atención internacional.

09/09/2026

Dominicans for Justice and Peace is pleased to have co-sponsored this informative and timely side event on during this week!

09/09/2026

Dominicans for Justice and Peace stands in solidarity with the victims in Nepal. As the country responds to the devastating floods and landslides, it is essential that disaster response and recovery place human rights at the centre.

Recovery should not only rebuild infrastructure. It must also protect dignity, address inequalities and ensure that affected communities have a voice in decisions that directly affect their lives.

Our hearts are particularly close to the people of Nepal, following the catastrophic flash floods that struck the Himalayan region on 26 August. The disaster devastated communities along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river systems, destroying homes and infrastructure and leaving many people dead or missing. Rescue and relief operations continue amid difficult conditions and the danger of further flooding.
We invite all Dominican Sisters, Associates, collaborators and friends to remember the people of Nepal in prayer, especially those who have lost loved ones, those still missing, the injured and displaced, and the rescue and relief workers serving affected communities.
Let us also remember all people affected by natural calamities around the world. May these experiences deepen our commitment to ecological conversion and to building communities that protect life, strengthen resilience and care for our Common Home.

07/09/2026

https://www.youtube.com/live/6cs1XfUEQ7c?si=wlQYckTf5QFQqioe

As climate impacts intensify, communities on the frontlines are fac...

02/09/2026

Please come and join us for this side event we are co-sponsoring!

🗓️ 7 September
🕝 14:00 – 15:00
📍Room XI, Palais des Nations
📺 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cs1XfUEQ7c

Across the world, people on the frontlines of climate change are facing mounting threats to their rights, livelihoods and futures. The funds needed to meet this new reality are still sorely lacking.

At , we’ll look at the realities facing these affected communities and explore actional pathways toward climate finance mobilization. Whether you are in or not, make sure to join the conversation!

🗓️ 7 September
🕝 14:00 – 15:00
📍Room XI, Palais des Nations
📺 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cs1XfUEQ7c

20/08/2026

It was a pleasure to welcome back our former director Fr. Mike Deeb OP to our Geneva office this week. He met our current director, Fr. Aniedi Okure OP, and Blair Matheson TSSF, director of Franciscans International, for an exchange of ideas on ongoing advocacy priorities, collaboration within the Dominican and Franciscan families, and the evolving challenges our work for justice and peace is facing. Moments like these remind us of the importance of exchange and the shared commitment that strengthen our mission.

17/08/2026

We celebrated it earlier this month, but for us the Feast of St Dominic is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a reminder that his life continues to shape our work every single day.
Dominic’s commitment to truth, dialogue, and compassion wasn’t confined to one moment in history. It was a way of being in the world. Seeking justice, accompanying those at the margins, and building peace through presence and integrity.

At Dominicans for Justice and Peace, his example guides us year‑round. In our advocacy at the UN, in our partnerships with communities, and in every effort to defend human dignity. His legacy encourages us to stay rooted in hope, courageous in action, and attentive to the needs of our time.

May the spirit of St Dominic continue to inspire our steps. In August, and throughout the year.

13/08/2026

A warm welcome back to Laurence Blattmer, she rejoined us in Geneva as Programme Coordinator at the start of August after a well-earned sabbatical. She used her first days to reconnect with the UNOP Director, Fr. Aniedi Okure, and the rest of the team at our Geneva office. It’s wonderful to have her with us again as we continue advancing on our justice and peace mission.

30/07/2026

On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, we join UNODC in highlighting the 2026 theme: “Trapped behind the scam.” Too many people are coerced into cyber‑enabled fraud operations under violence, fear, and exploitation .Dominicans for Justice and Peace stands for their protection, dignity, and justice.

03/07/2026

🌍 Our 2025 Annual Report is out this week!

As we close the week, we want to take a moment to look back at 2025, a year marked by advocacy, strong UN engagement, and collaboration with partners working for justice, peace, and human rights around the world.

Our Annual Report for 2025 highlights some of the key moments, challenges, and achievements made possible through the support of our Dominican family and partners globally.

📄 Read the full report:

https://un.op.org/resources/uncategorized/annual-report-2025/