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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · 2d

South Sudan's population is 12 million, 7.7 million face acute food insecurity.

SVP South Sudan is dedicated to alleviating this suffering through practical assistance & hope through various humanitarian and developmental projects.

Donate today: fundraising.svp.org.uk/SouthSudan

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · 8d

Pilgrims of Hope ✨

Last week the Vincentian Family gathered at St Chad’s Cathedral💙

Candle-lighting, prayers & reflections reminded us to bring hope, compassion & support to those in need

#SVPEnglandWales #PilgrimsOfHope

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Sep 4

The 2-child benefit cap fuels poverty.

The SVP has long called for it to end - we support the Poverty Strategy Commission’s call to scrap it now.

Read the full article in The Guardian here: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Jul 10

Nearly 40,000 more children are missing out on vital support this year due to the 2-child benefit limit — that’s more children left behind than last year. It’s time for change.

The UK Government must urgently scrap the two-child limit.

#ScrapTheLimit #ChildPoverty

@endchildpoverty.bsky.social

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Jul 8

Half a million children could be lifted from poverty by removing the two-child limit says Children's Commissioner.

The SVP agrees.

Ending the two-child cap is the single most powerful action the government can take to tackle the scandal of child poverty.

tinyurl.com/SVP-In-Work-Poverty-Report

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Jun 11

The most impactful step the Government can take is to end the two-child benefit cap; we call for this without delay.

Read our recent report: tinyurl.com/SVP-In-Work-...

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Jun 11

We called for the HSF to be replaced & welcome the new Crisis and Resilience Fund to help the most vulnerable.

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Jun 11

Initiatives that tackle poverty & hardship in the Government’s spending review are welcome, including the extension of free school meal provision.

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · May 23

Interesting commentary.

Our recent in-work poverty report shows households bills (inc. gas & electricity) are the biggest issues for people who need to escape poverty.

Full report available here: tinyurl.com/SVP-In-Work-...

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · May 14

Our new In-Work Poverty Report is now live!

This stark publication shines a light on the impact of in-work poverty.

The report was based on insights from over 200 of our front-line workers & volunteers.

Read the full report here: tinyurl.com/SVP-In-Work-...

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · May 9

The St Vincent de Paul Society joins the world-wide welcome of the news of the election of Pope Leo XIV. We offer our prayers for the Holy Father as he starts his ministry. May God guide and help him. Amen.

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · May 8

Our centre in Bradford have launched a new partnership with @SurplusToPurpose — a CIC that rescues surplus food & transforms it into affordable, nutritious options for the community.

If you're in the Bradford area, make sure to take a look for yourself!

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Apr 21

Eternal rest Grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 31

We couldn’t be prouder of their commitment to social justice and their determination to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. 🌍💙

#SVPDoorsOfHope #SocialJustice #LentCampaign #EndPoverty #RefugeeRights #YouthEmpowerment #EastHam

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 31

Our young leaders boldly raised their voices on our Lent campaign, urging the Government to extend and make the 56-day #refugee move-on period permanent beyond June. They also shared their efforts to combat local poverty and turning concern into action 2/3

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 31

Today, a group of our passionate young Vincentians from
two of our schools in East London had the incredible opportunity to meet with Minister and MP for East Ham Stephen Timms to talk about our Lent campaign.. 1/3

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 26

Our experience shows that many people on social security need to use our food banks. This announcement will worsen their situation.

We continue to urge the Government to increase the basic rate of #UniversalCredit to keep people out of poverty.

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 26

SVP Response to the Spring Budget: a thread

We are disappointed at today's #SpringStatement from the Chancellor. Cutting social security payments will push people further into poverty.

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 25

We’re calling on the Government to extend time given to refugees to secure safe housing, allowing them the opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity and stability.

Visit our dedicated site for all ways you can make a difference:
svp.org.uk/campaign/202...

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 18

As an anti-poverty charity, we want a welfare system that supports the vulnerable.

We welcome the Government announcing a #UniversalCredit rise, freezing PIP rates & £1bn for employment support.

We await details on the new PIP assessment. We’re concerned about the impact of disability changes.

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CAFOD @cafod.bsky.social · Mar 13

Today is the 12th anniversary of Pope Francis becoming pontiff.

We are grateful for all the inspiration and leadership he has provided over the years and join Catholics worldwide in praying for his health.

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 13

We're excited to announce that we have been awarded £200,000 in core funding over two years, for our work in
Sheffield, Leeds and Bradford centres from Garfield Weston Foundation!

Thank you for supporting out front-line services tackling poverty in disadvantaged communities!

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Mar 12

We believe in the power of young people to make a real difference in communities. Our Youth work initiatives are designed to help young people grow, learn, and take action for a fairer, kinder world.

Learn more on our website: svp.org.uk/involve-youn...

#youngpeople #doorsofhope #charity

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Independent Catholic News @indcatholicnews.bsky.social · Mar 3

www.indcatholicnews.com/news/51844

SVP appoints new CEO | ICN

The St Vincent de Paul Society (England & Wales) has announced the appointment of Kate Nightingale as its new Chief Executive officer (CEO) following a successful period as interim CEO. Kate brings a...

www.indcatholicnews.com

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St Vincent de Paul Society (England and Wales) @stvincentdepaul.bsky.social · Feb 28

Our commitment to helping those in need extends beyond borders & our Twinning program continues to foster meaningful relationships to provide vital support to communities in need worldwide.

Learn more about our Overseas Twinning here: svp.org.uk/twinning-and...

#overseasaid #charity #support