Consultative Status
at The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
Women and Children
The International Presentation Association (IPA) is committed to the elimination of violence against women and children in all its forms, including human trafficking and forced marriages. This mission is demonstrated on all levels of the IPA, from our UN Advocacy Focus, which is the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Children, to the local engagements of Presentation Sisters and friends of Venerable Nano Nagle across the globe.
At the 8th IPA Assembly, we reaffirmed our commitment to respond to the cry of the poor by embracing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a human rights framework, addressing the issues of Women and Children.
Providing Support to
Women & Children
We strive to support women and children in vulnerable situations, listening to their stories, providing information, and referring them to appropriate agencies for support so that they are able to have informed and effective opportunities to participate in decision making.
Discover more about our support to women and children by reading these heartwarming Stories of Support from around the world.
Stories of Impact: Entrepreneurship
Presentation People around the world invest in entrepreneurial opportunities for women and girls, helping them to achieve secure and successful lives.
Presentation People also invest in systems of volunteerism, organising people, resources, and time to help provide for the immediate needs of the most vulnerable.
This Story of Impact centers around a common theme of “milk” and will explore examples of entrepreneurship and volunteerism in the actions of Presentation Sisters in South India and Thailand.
Presentation People around the world invest in entrepreneurial opportunities for women and girls, helping them to achieve secure and successful lives.
Presentation People also invest in systems of volunteerism, organising people, resources, and time to help provide for the immediate needs of the most vulnerable.
This Story of Impact centers around a common theme of “milk” and will explore examples of entrepreneurship and volunteerism in the actions of Presentation Sisters in South India and Thailand.
Stories of Impact:
Entrepreneurship
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Presentation Work in Australia
In Australia, Presentation People are taking a stand against human trafficking and forced marriage through their deep engagement with ACRATH (Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans). This partnership is a testament to the power of collective action—showing how people of faith can drive real change by working alongside specialized organizations at both national and local levels.
One powerful example of this impact was ACRATH’s Fundraising and Awareness High Tea in Perth, Western Australia. Organized by a dedicated team, the event brought together over 100 people committed to ending modern slavery. Through bold advocacy and community-driven action, Presentation People continue to be fierce allies in the fight for justice.
Presentation Sisters at
the Mexican Border
The International Presentation Association is committed to supporting women and children in vulnerable situations. Our members actively engage in initiatives that uphold human dignity and promote justice. For example, IPA Justice Contacts have supported the Kino Border Initiative in Nogales, Mexico, which provides humanitarian aid, education, and advocacy for migrants. This initiative fosters bi-national solidarity and responds to critical needs with deep respect for the dignity of every person.
Glimmer of Hope
Dubuque, Iowa
As part of our commitment to ending violence against women and children, the International Presentation Association supports initiatives that provide safety and hope for those in need. The Presentation community helped sponsor "The Glimmer of Hope" event, a fundraiser for the Dubuque Y Crisis Services Program. This program offers emergency shelter and supportive services for women and families experiencing crisis.
Advocacy for Women
& Children at the UN
Women and girls from many communities can find it difficult to access education. Developing tailored, culturally and linguistically appropriate educational programmes for indigenous learners in particular should be a priority. As part of our strategy to deliver accessible and quality education for all, we have developed an advocacy toolkit which you can access below: