FHA’s International Conference 2024

The upcoming conference on slum dwellers organized by the Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA) is a timely and important event that will shed light on the global reality of slums and...

“What must be done?” An answer that transformed 10,000 lives

Imagine if Saint Vincent de Paul was with us today. What would he do in a world still torn by wars, where billions of people are looking for a home? In the face of contemporary...

“A future we want: A home for all”

  “A future we want: A home for all” was the title of the parallel event organized in New York by the UN Working Group to End Homelessness this past October 5th, to mark...

“Empowering Individuals & Communities: Vincentian Action in Slums”

The next FHA Conference will take place on 29-31 January 2024 at Adamson University (Manila, Philippines) under the theme: “Empowering Individuals & Communities: Vincentian...

FHA Newsletter’s Editorial | December 2023

On 14th October 2017 I stood on the steps of St Peters in Rome in front of over 10,000 members of the Vincentian Family from across the globe, to announce the establishment of...

10,000 people housed through Vincentian Family global campaign to end homelessness

Five years ago, a small flame of hope ignited in Little Rock, USA, as the first house of the 13 Houses Campaign was built. We couldn't imagine that, five years later, this flame...

Addressing homelessness across Brazil: a joint Vincentian effort

As we remember October 17th’s Eradication of Poverty Day – a day of global significance – we would like to reflect on the plight of those struggling with homelessness in Brazil....

St Vincent de Paul’s enduring legacy: solidarity and service in a world of need

Water, medicine, food, a roof over one's head. These are essential resources that many people around the world still do not have access to, and these shortages tell stories of...

Let’s shape the advocacy toolkit together

Dear Vincentians, We are embarking on a special project, and we need your valuable input. We are developing a local advocacy toolkit that will enhance our ability to advocate...

The “13 Houses” Campaign keeps growing: more lives transformed across Africa

Homelessness and poverty continue to be pressing issues. However, the Vincentian Family's dedication and love for people experiencing homelessness is making a significant impact,...
13 Houses call for proposals 2022

13 Houses call for proposals 2022

Deadline extended to 28/2/2023All projects with homeless peopleHelp people who are refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced and victims of human trafficking to break the cycle of homelessnessInspired by the testimonies heard at the 2022 FHA Conference in...

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FHA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, 7TH-9TH JUNE

FHA INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, 7TH-9TH JUNE

How can the Vincentian Family help people who are refugees, internally displaced and victims of human trafficking? Through collaboration and action. These two themes permeated the 3-day FHA Conference. In his opening homily, Msgr. Robert Vitillo (C.S.) spoke of the...

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Joy and gratitude: the 13 Houses project in Venezuela

Joy and gratitude: the 13 Houses project in Venezuela

Although we are not there, we can see and feel the joy and gratitude in the smiles of the two families that the 13 Houses Campaign helped in Venezuela, in the municipality of Andrés Eloy Blanco. It all started two years ago, during a home visit, when one of the...

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Championing the rights of street children in Kenya

Championing the rights of street children in Kenya

The Daughters of Charity and their “13 Houses” Upendo Program are taking to the streets to commemorate the International Day for Street Children in Kitale, Kenya. Children are among the most vulnerable homeless groups, but their voices are barely heard.  This walk on...

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