Social Justice

Social justice is not just a concept; it’s a responsibility that requires both awareness and advocacy. We must all take the time to become aware of the social justice issues affecting our homes, communities, and global neighbors. Awareness is the first step — if we don’t see the problems, we cannot begin to address them. But awareness alone is not enough. It’s our actions that will bring about change.

Once we recognize an issue, we have an obligation to act. By participating in awareness campaigns, educating others, writing letters, crafting resolutions, and countless other efforts, we can be the driving force for social change. It’s not just about talking; it’s about doing. We can “do” with the help of our Faith and Service pillars.

Social justice in the CWL encompasses 9 areas that touch our local and international borders. They include:

Common Good
Dignity of the Human Person and the Sanctity of Human Life
Economic Justice
Participation by all
Peace
Eradication of Poverty
Rights and Responsibilities
Stewardship of Creation
Government (including resolutions)

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Some ways in which local councils may deepen their commitment to social justice:

Encourage participation in activities that uphold the life and dignity of the human person.
Advocate for the complete inclusion in society and the church of the poor, vulnerable and marginalized.
Advocate for the development of support services in the community.
Promote stewardship for God’s creation.
Initiate/participate in letter-writing campaigns to politicians on adopted League resolutions.
Request to be placed on the email/mailing lists of local, provincial and federal government representatives.
Advocate for the dignity of work and the rights of workers.
Recognize and uphold the principle that with rights come responsibilities.
Encourage members to promote peace in parishes, communities, nationally and globally.
Educate members about relevant social justice issues through guest speaker presentations.
Study and implement the action plans of related adopted resolutions.
Consider initiating a resolution on a topic of interest to the council (see Resolutions Handbook).
Monitor legislation of social justice topics at various levels to keep abreast of ongoing changes in legislation.