Avocat
Why we advocate
In order to do our work of relief, development and peacebuilding, it’s important that MCC also works to address the systems and policies that contribute to poverty and injustice. Advocacy is how we do that.
Our advocacy work is rooted in the understanding that we are called by God to be a voice with and for the oppressed and marginalized. We take our inspiration from the biblical witness of Moses, Esther, John the Baptist, the prophets and Jesus himself.
At MCC we base our advocacy on what we hear from workers and partners on the ground; we believe loving our neighbors means their voices shape our message to governments.
Some of our advocacy work includes:
- Analyzing policies from an Anabaptist perspective
- Meeting with legislators and diplomats
- Petitions and letter-writing campaigns
Praying for government officials - Read about the Biblical basis for advocacy
Bureau canadien de paix et de justice
Le Bureau canadien de paix et de justice est la voix du MCC auprès du gouvernement du Canada. Il fait du plaidoyer en faveur de politiques qui soutiennent notre travail de secours, de développement et de consolidation de la paix.
Nous réalisons un travail de paix et de justice partout au Canada et mobilisons les Canadiens et Canadiennes afin de sensibiliser, de favoriser le dialogue et d’encourager l’action.
Ministères nationaux de paix et de justice aux États-Unis
Le personnel des Ministères nationaux de paix et de justice (NPJM) s’engage auprès des anabaptistes et des décideurs politiques aux États-Unis afin de les sensibiliser et de faire du plaidoyer. Nous nous efforçons de favoriser des communautés plus accueillantes ainsi qu’un monde plus pacifique et plus juste.
Nous ne pouvons pas accomplir ce travail seuls. Joignez-vous à nous !
Bureau des Nations Unies
Basé à New York, le Bureau du MCC auprès des Nations Unies sert de plateforme pour les Églises et les partenaires du MCC du monde entier, afin de faire du plaidoyer, de communiquer et de sensibiliser aux politiques et pratiques sociales et politiques qui favorisent la justice, la paix et la réconciliation.
Ontario advocacy
MCC advocates for policies that contribute to peace and justice in Ontario. We work directly with people impacted by poverty and injustice and find ways government policies and programs can be improved to ensure everyone can live a life of dignity and free of poverty.
Take action today
Advocacy is an important way you can help build a just and more peaceful world. We’d love to help you get started!
Write a letter, sign up for an event, invite MCC staff to speak at your event or learn more about an issue that matters to you.
Take action today!
Advocacy stories
Our advocacy is rooted in a call to be a voice with and for those who are oppressed and marginalized. We believe loving our neighbors means amplifying their voices in our message to governments.
Read their stories of courage and hope.
Making room at the table
- Migration and Refugees
The UN at 80: A "Come to Jesus Moment"
Reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula: Healing the Wounds of Intergenerational Trauma
GAZA: Leaders of major aid groups call on world leaders to intervene following UN genocide conclusion (9/17/25)
- Peace
Accueillir les réfugiés et les immigrants
- migration et réfugiés
Alors que la famine se propage sur Gaza, nos collègues et les personnes que nous servons dépérissent
Explore MCC advocacy events online and near you! Our webinars, trainings and live and virtual events can help you learn more, connect with others and advocate on the issues that matter to you in your own community and around the world.
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