The School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) is an international Catholic religious congregation of women founded in 1833, dedicated to education and committed to transforming the world through education, social justice, and service to people in need. The organization focuses on promoting human dignity, peace, and justice in communities across the globe.
SSND typically supports legislative policies related to education access and equity, immigration reform, social justice, human trafficking prevention, environmental stewardship, healthcare access, and policies that advance human rights and protect vulnerable populations.
Primarily funded through member contributions, donations, educational ministries, grants, and investments managed by the congregation.
Affiliated with the Catholic Church, Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), UNANIMA International, and other Catholic and interfaith social justice organizations.
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