VISION - SVP Ireland’s vision is for an Ireland where no person or family lives in continuous disadvantage or hardship; where their support needs are met; where their rights are promoted and protected, and where they are supported and empowered to live with dignity.
MISSION - SVP Ireland’s mission is to support and empower economic independence, self-sufficiency, and personal self-worth through friendship, support in times of need, and through our work for social justice and equity.
VIRTUES
Vincentians seek to emulate St. Vincent in the five virtues essential for promoting love and respect for the poor:
- Simplicity – frankness, integrity, genuineness.
- Humility – accepting the truth about our frailties, gifts, talents and charisms, yet knowing that all that God gives us is for others and that we can achieve nothing of eternal value without His grace.
- Gentleness – friendly assurance and invincible goodwill, which means kindness, tenderness and patience in our relationship with others.
- Selflessness – dying to our ego with a life of self-sacrifice; members share their time, their possessions, their talents and themselves in a spirit of generosity.
- Zeal – a passion for the full flourishing and eternal happiness of every person.
Support and Friendship
SVP is committed to respecting the dignity of those we assist through personal, one-on-one interactions, fostering self-respect in the process. We prioritise confidentiality and strive to build relationships founded on trust and friendship
Promoting Self-sufficiency
Providing short-term material support is just the beginning. We also help those we assist to achieve long-term self-sufficiency, which enhances their sense of self-worth. When challenges arise that are beyond our expertise, we seek specialized support to ensure comprehensive care
Working for Social Justice
We are dedicated to uncovering the root causes of poverty and social exclusion in Ireland. Working in solidarity with those experiencing poverty and disadvantage, we advocate for and implement the necessary changes to build a more just and caring society.
