About

The Leeds Justice and Peace Commission is part of the Vicariate for Christian Life in the Diocese of Leeds. The commission exists to stimulate awareness for the need of justice, both at home and overseas, to assist in the work of reflection on these needs in the light of the Gospel, and to foster and encourage action for justice and peace.

Chair: Doreen Daniels

Vice Chair: Trish Sandach

Treasurer: Steve Higgins

Coordinator: Shelagh Fawcett

Leeds Diocesan Justice and Peace Commission seeks to be a visible sign for justice and peace in the Diocese and the wider community. Our work is based on Gospel Values and Catholic Social Teaching.

Leeds Justice and Peace Commission seeks to identify and raise awareness of injustice and their root causes, whether they occur locally or abroad, in order to foster and encourage social change for a better world.

As Christians we believe in the dignity of human beings and the rights of people to live in peace. We take action on the most pressing issues facing our communities, such as climate change, racism and poverty.

Mission Statement: Based on Gospel Values and Catholic Social Teaching we seek to be an active witness to justice and peace in the Diocese of Leeds and wider community.

Aim: We will commit ourselves to seek out, name and raise awareness of injustices and analyze their root causes, and to engage in prophetic collective action.