The Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice

The Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice (VPSJ) is a voluntary organisation, and was established in 1995 to work for social and economic change, tackling poverty and social exclusion.

The Partnership is comprised of four national organisations:

• The Society of St Vincent de Paul

• The Daughters of Charity

• The Vincentian Congregation

• The Congregation of the Holy Faith

The core values of the VPSJ are:

• Vincentian Spirituality

• Dignity of the Individual

• Solidarity with People in Poverty

• Empowerment

• Promotion of Equality

• Confrontation without Aggression

• Reflection

In order to achieve its goals the VPSJ is engaged in four key activities:

• Active Citizenship / Voter Education Programme

• Researching the reality of poverty

• Advocacy

• Networking

With a particular focus on the facilitation of Active Citizenship / Voter Education Programmes with communities in disadvantaged areas, and the promotion of a Minimum Essential Standard of Living (income and expenditure) for all households.