Divestment

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Divestment: Catholics’ moral imperative

The Vatican’s historic environmental guidelines make clear how Catholics should view divestment — as a moral imperative to help God’s creation.

More than 250 Catholic institutions from around the world have already committed to divestment. Join the growing movement of Catholic institutions living out their values by divesting.

Don’t miss the next joint divestment announcement! Commit by 19 October to take part in the global statement of Catholic values.

Why divest

Laudato Si’ Movement is happy to answer any questions and help you and your institution commit to divestment. Get started today by using our free resources below. Want to talk it over? Email [email protected]/

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Vatican leader declares divestment a ‘moral imperative’ for Catholic institutions

How to divest from fossil fuels

Each institution’s road to divestment can look different. We’re here to help you and your institution commit to divestment and respond to the urgent need to keep fossil fuels in the ground.

Choosing how to divest

Divestment, step-by-step

Learn from Catholic divestment case studies

How invest ethically during the climate crisis

Divestment news

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From lockdown to leadership

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Laudato Si’ Movement is happy to answer any questions and help you and your institution commit to divestment. Want to talk it over? Email [email protected]