Investor Advocates for Social Justice
@iasj.bsky.social
We advocate on behalf of a community of investors whose faith-based values promote human rights, climate justice, racial equity and the common good.
This Vocation Awareness Week, we honor the women and men religious whose faith and conviction have guided IASJ’s mission. Their prophetic witness continues to inspire our work for justice, equity, and the common good.
November 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM
This Vocation Awareness Week, we honor the women and men religious whose faith and conviction have guided IASJ’s mission. Their prophetic witness continues to inspire our work for justice, equity, and the common good.
IASJ’s next 50 years depend on our collective action. This December, join us at the Gala or give today to fuel campaigns that hold corporations accountable: givebutter.com/iasjlegacy
IASJ's 50th Anniversary Celebration!
We cannot challenge corporate power by ourselves! IASJ does not receive support from corporations, which means we rely on generous contributions from individuals like you. Thank you for joining the pu...
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October 31, 2025 at 4:19 PM
IASJ’s next 50 years depend on our collective action. This December, join us at the Gala or give today to fuel campaigns that hold corporations accountable: givebutter.com/iasjlegacy
Investors need certainty and reliable information to assess risk, make smart investments, and drive sustainable value creation and growth in the EU. Read more in our joint statement to policymakers signed by 475 organizations, including over 200 businesses and investors. tinyurl.com/44e6632v
Investor and business joint statement on Omnibus initiative - EUROSIF
475 organisations are calling on the EU to preserve the EU sustainable finance framework in the context of the Omnibus I initiative.
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September 10, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Investors need certainty and reliable information to assess risk, make smart investments, and drive sustainable value creation and growth in the EU. Read more in our joint statement to policymakers signed by 475 organizations, including over 200 businesses and investors. tinyurl.com/44e6632v
At IASJ, we are committed to using shareholder advocacy to challenge corporate practices that violate Indigenous rights. Today, on the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we honor the resilience, wisdom, and leadership of Indigenous communities, past and present.
August 8, 2025 at 5:05 PM
At IASJ, we are committed to using shareholder advocacy to challenge corporate practices that violate Indigenous rights. Today, on the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, we honor the resilience, wisdom, and leadership of Indigenous communities, past and present.
Over 60 Microsoft shareholders, representing over $80M in MSFT stock, are demanding accountability.
Read the full press statement here to learn more: iasj.org/unprecedente....
#TechAccountability #HumanRights #Microsoft
Read the full press statement here to learn more: iasj.org/unprecedente....
#TechAccountability #HumanRights #Microsoft
July 23, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Over 60 Microsoft shareholders, representing over $80M in MSFT stock, are demanding accountability.
Read the full press statement here to learn more: iasj.org/unprecedente....
#TechAccountability #HumanRights #Microsoft
Read the full press statement here to learn more: iasj.org/unprecedente....
#TechAccountability #HumanRights #Microsoft
If you’re in the D.C. area, or interested in hosting an echo event, join Catholics in public prayer and witness for immigrants and a just economy at Sisters Speak Out on June 24. Click the link to learn more! sistersspeakout.my.canva.site?fbclid=IwY2x...
June 20, 2025 at 5:41 PM
If you’re in the D.C. area, or interested in hosting an echo event, join Catholics in public prayer and witness for immigrants and a just economy at Sisters Speak Out on June 24. Click the link to learn more! sistersspeakout.my.canva.site?fbclid=IwY2x...
We believe that true liberation includes racial, economic, and environmental justice for all. Happy Juneteenth from IASJ.
June 19, 2025 at 4:18 PM
We believe that true liberation includes racial, economic, and environmental justice for all. Happy Juneteenth from IASJ.
IASJ is proud to join 27+ orgs in filing an amicus brief with the 4th Circuit to defend DEI programs against an anti-DEI Executive Order. DEI is legal, vital to preventing discrimination, and key to opportunity & free speech. www.workingideal.com/wp-content/u... #opportunityforall
May 21, 2025 at 5:37 PM
IASJ is proud to join 27+ orgs in filing an amicus brief with the 4th Circuit to defend DEI programs against an anti-DEI Executive Order. DEI is legal, vital to preventing discrimination, and key to opportunity & free speech. www.workingideal.com/wp-content/u... #opportunityforall
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Today during its annual shareholders meeting, the board of @fordmotorsofficial.bsky.social refused to respond to questions from investors on #greensteel, its efforts to stop workers from unionizing & lack of engagement with communities impacted by its supply chain.
leadthecharge.org/ford-refuses...
leadthecharge.org/ford-refuses...
May 8, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Today during its annual shareholders meeting, the board of @fordmotorsofficial.bsky.social refused to respond to questions from investors on #greensteel, its efforts to stop workers from unionizing & lack of engagement with communities impacted by its supply chain.
leadthecharge.org/ford-refuses...
leadthecharge.org/ford-refuses...
Ford must answer to frontline communities, investors & workers. At tomorrow's AGM, we call on Ford to commit to racial equity & labor rights, not silence.
Watch the community speak: youtu.be/0wtAv-Z33ec
Watch the community speak: youtu.be/0wtAv-Z33ec
Investors, Workers, and Communities are Calling on Ford to Provide Answers at the May 8 AGM.
YouTube video by Investor Advocates for Social Justice
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May 7, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Ford must answer to frontline communities, investors & workers. At tomorrow's AGM, we call on Ford to commit to racial equity & labor rights, not silence.
Watch the community speak: youtu.be/0wtAv-Z33ec
Watch the community speak: youtu.be/0wtAv-Z33ec
Program Director, Aaron Acosta, presents at a Lead The Charge Investor Briefing, discussing Ford Motor Company's lack of accountability and its harmful impacts on local communities and workers. Watch the clip: youtu.be/l9nDEsQJgOk
Union-Busting & Community Harm: IASJ Speaks Out After SEC Challenge
YouTube video by Investor Advocates for Social Justice
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May 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Program Director, Aaron Acosta, presents at a Lead The Charge Investor Briefing, discussing Ford Motor Company's lack of accountability and its harmful impacts on local communities and workers. Watch the clip: youtu.be/l9nDEsQJgOk
@susanfrancois.bsky.social of the @csjp.org recently appeared on Challenge 2.0 to speak about the power of shareholder advocacy. She uplifted the importance of using our resources to champion the common good. Please watch it and share what resonated with you! www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXcj...
May 1, 2025 at 4:29 PM
@susanfrancois.bsky.social of the @csjp.org recently appeared on Challenge 2.0 to speak about the power of shareholder advocacy. She uplifted the importance of using our resources to champion the common good. Please watch it and share what resonated with you! www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXcj...
Now is the time to act. We’re building power through collective action. Your donation powers advocacy that makes a difference. Let’s not wait. Let’s build something better, together. Donate today: donorbox.org/build-the-po...
April 30, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Now is the time to act. We’re building power through collective action. Your donation powers advocacy that makes a difference. Let’s not wait. Let’s build something better, together. Donate today: donorbox.org/build-the-po...
Assistant Congregation Leader & Treasurer @susanfrancois.bsky.social Sister Susan was recently interviewed by Challenge 2.0 about our economic ministry in shareholder advocacy & responsible investment with NWCRI & IASJ @iasj.bsky.social
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Challenge 2.0 Voting Values with Investments
YouTube video by Paths to Understanding
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April 30, 2025 at 1:05 PM
🌍 This Earth Day, we are reminded that environmental justice starts with financial accountability. IASJ is pushing for climate accountability in finance because people and planet must come before profit. Happy Earth Day 2025!
April 22, 2025 at 7:48 PM
🌍 This Earth Day, we are reminded that environmental justice starts with financial accountability. IASJ is pushing for climate accountability in finance because people and planet must come before profit. Happy Earth Day 2025!
For 4 yrs, the @csjp.org (Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace), in collaboration with IASJ, have filed shareholder resolutions urging Citigroup to cut ties with fossil fuel projects harming Indigenous communities. This year they had a big win! Read more here: tinyurl.com/8ts5mpz8
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April 17, 2025 at 4:12 PM
For 4 yrs, the @csjp.org (Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace), in collaboration with IASJ, have filed shareholder resolutions urging Citigroup to cut ties with fossil fuel projects harming Indigenous communities. This year they had a big win! Read more here: tinyurl.com/8ts5mpz8
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Before ESG hit Wall Street, Sister Patricia Daly, the founder of our organization, was already holding CEOs accountable, from Exxon to GE. Read the powerful story of Sr. Pat Daly in this @marketplace.org feature: The Religious Roots of Climate-Conscious Investing. tinyurl.com/28vksw26
The religious roots of climate-conscious investing
An excerpt from the latest season of “How We Survive.”
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April 15, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Before ESG hit Wall Street, Sister Patricia Daly, the founder of our organization, was already holding CEOs accountable, from Exxon to GE. Read the powerful story of Sr. Pat Daly in this @marketplace.org feature: The Religious Roots of Climate-Conscious Investing. tinyurl.com/28vksw26
At IASJ, we believe in the power of collective action to create change. Your support helps us build a more just and sustainable world. Let’s build justice. Let’s build equity. Donate today. Build with us. donorbox.org/build-the-po...
April 14, 2025 at 3:50 PM
At IASJ, we believe in the power of collective action to create change. Your support helps us build a more just and sustainable world. Let’s build justice. Let’s build equity. Donate today. Build with us. donorbox.org/build-the-po...
On May 7, vote FOR Proposal 4 at General Dynamics. In partnership with The Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, we call for a Human Rights Impact Assessment of high-risk products, especially those used in conflict zones or potentially violating international law. #BuildTheVote #BuildThePower
April 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
On May 7, vote FOR Proposal 4 at General Dynamics. In partnership with The Franciscan Sisters of Allegany, we call for a Human Rights Impact Assessment of high-risk products, especially those used in conflict zones or potentially violating international law. #BuildTheVote #BuildThePower
Proposal 5 is a call for alignment between what Lockheed Martin says and what it funds, urging the company to report how its lobbying & election spending align with its Human Rights Policy. Misalignment puts shareholder value & human dignity at risk. On May 9th, Vote FOR Proposal 5!
April 9, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Proposal 5 is a call for alignment between what Lockheed Martin says and what it funds, urging the company to report how its lobbying & election spending align with its Human Rights Policy. Misalignment puts shareholder value & human dignity at risk. On May 9th, Vote FOR Proposal 5!
In the food and agricultural sector, our efforts with companies like Tyson Foods stress direct collaboration with workers' advocacy groups. We continue to address unsafe working conditions that disproportionately affect BIPOC.
To learn more, visit iasj.org/investors-ca....
To learn more, visit iasj.org/investors-ca....
February 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM
In the food and agricultural sector, our efforts with companies like Tyson Foods stress direct collaboration with workers' advocacy groups. We continue to address unsafe working conditions that disproportionately affect BIPOC.
To learn more, visit iasj.org/investors-ca....
To learn more, visit iasj.org/investors-ca....
IASJ is hiring an Executive Director! We invite all qualified candidates to apply and contribute to the continued growth and impact of our organization.
To learn more, visit iasj.org/employment-o....
To learn more, visit iasj.org/employment-o....
February 24, 2025 at 6:43 PM
IASJ is hiring an Executive Director! We invite all qualified candidates to apply and contribute to the continued growth and impact of our organization.
To learn more, visit iasj.org/employment-o....
To learn more, visit iasj.org/employment-o....
Please join us in welcoming our new Interim Executive Director, Ruthly Cadestin.
Hear directly from Ruthly as she shares her thoughts in her welcome letter: iasj.org/ruthlycadest....
Hear directly from Ruthly as she shares her thoughts in her welcome letter: iasj.org/ruthlycadest....
February 14, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Please join us in welcoming our new Interim Executive Director, Ruthly Cadestin.
Hear directly from Ruthly as she shares her thoughts in her welcome letter: iasj.org/ruthlycadest....
Hear directly from Ruthly as she shares her thoughts in her welcome letter: iasj.org/ruthlycadest....
The large win, indicated by 57.7% independent shareholder support, highlights investors' concerns related to transparency and accountability around poor working conditions and #humanrights. Investors expect Tyson to meaningfully address such concerns.
#transparency #accountability
#transparency #accountability
February 12, 2025 at 9:23 PM
The large win, indicated by 57.7% independent shareholder support, highlights investors' concerns related to transparency and accountability around poor working conditions and #humanrights. Investors expect Tyson to meaningfully address such concerns.
#transparency #accountability
#transparency #accountability
Proposal was filed following Tyson's Inaction to shareholders' ongoing concerns -poor working conditions and #humanrights in plants and supply chain, including racially disparate impacts on BIPOC workers, high rates of severe injuries, and illegal child labor.
#accountability
#accountability
February 12, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Proposal was filed following Tyson's Inaction to shareholders' ongoing concerns -poor working conditions and #humanrights in plants and supply chain, including racially disparate impacts on BIPOC workers, high rates of severe injuries, and illegal child labor.
#accountability
#accountability