Benedictine Sisters Challenge Corporate Giants with Faith-Driven Activism

The nuns of Mount St. Scholastica use their investments to push for social and environmental change.

The Benedictine sisters have targeted companies like Google, Chevron, and Amazon with shareholder resolutions.
Their activism focuses on issues such as AI oversight, human rights, and climate change.
Despite often holding minimal shares, their efforts have led to increased support for their resolutions over time.
The sisters' activism is rooted in Catholic social teaching and their community's long-standing commitment to education and social justice.
They leverage their small investments to influence corporate policies, demonstrating persistent and enduring advocacy.