Kimberly Mazyck (SFS'90)
Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life
Kimberly Mazyck (SFS'90) is the associate director for engagement of the Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life. She is a member of Georgetown's Committee on Investments and Social Responsibility (CISR), a board member of Maryknoll Lay Missioners, and a board member of Christ Child Society. Kimberly has served in key positions at Catholic Relief Services, Catholic Charities USA, and the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur East-West Province. She is a graduate of the Walsh School of Foreign Service with a degree in international relations and has a certificate in African Studies.
Selected Speaking Engagements
November 15, 2025
Moderator, Faith, Fighting for Racial Justice: Voices for Our Time, Ignatian Family Teach-In panel, Ignatian Solidarity Network (Washington, DC)
September 26, 2025
Moderator, When Justice and Mercy Meet: Restorative Justice, Racial Equity, and the Work of Reconciliation, National Catholic Conference on Restorative Justice, Catholic Mobilizing Network panel (Atlanta, GA)
April 3, 2025
News: Christopher White to Join Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life
Christopher White is joining the Initiative team in July 2025 as Associate Director for Strategic Engagement and Senior Fellow.
Chris White is an award-winning journalist with impressive experience and expertise covering the U.S. and global Catholic…
January 17, 2025
News: Cardinal to Become DC Archbishop, Work with GU Campus Ministry
August 15, 2023
News: Encounter Changes Everything
November 12, 2025
Building an Economy for the Common Good Event
Catholic social teaching emphasizes that the economy is meant to serve people, not the other way around. Early in his pontificate, Pope Francis warned that an “idolatry of money” threatens to “devour everything which stands in the way of increased…
March 6, 2024
Catholic Sisters Working To Eradicate Human Trafficking Event
In early March, Catholic Sisters Week shines a light on the faith, spirituality, mission, and community building of women religious internationally. To recognize Catholic sisters, this dialogue lifted up their critical work to address and eliminate…
June 14, 2023
Building the Beloved Community Event
As the United States and Georgetown University prepare to commemorate Juneteenth on June 19, talk of “racial reckoning” has too often given way to business as usual or worse. This online dialogue sought to help shift national and ecclesial discussion…
Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life Georgetown Unit
The Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life is a unique effort to promote dialogue on Catholic social thought and national and global issues, build bridges across political, religious, and ideological lines, and encourage a new…
Building an Economy for the Common Good Video
Catholic social teaching emphasizes that the economy is meant to serve people, not the other way around. Early in his pontificate, Pope Francis warned that an “idolatry of money” threatens to “devour everything which stands in the way of increased…
When Justice and Mercy Meet: Restorative Justice, Racial Equity, and the Work of Reconciliation Video
Here in the United States, we are seeing an increase of executions coupled with disproportionate incarceration and detention of people of color that violates human dignity and relationships of all involved, including victims of crime and the…
What Happened to America’s Racial Reckoning? Faith, Justice, and CST Five Years after George Floyd Video
Five years ago, people around the United States—and the world—watched a police officer kneel on the neck of George Floyd on a street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, ending his life, shocking our nation, and leading to protests, reflection, and predictions…
Human Costs of Abandoning U.S. Help Around the World Video
The Trump administration’s efforts to halt funding and dismantle the United States’ capacity to provide food for the hungry, health care for the sick, and hope for the poorest people on earth are destroying the lives and dignity of millions of our…
Seeking the Common Good in an Election Year Video
In a polarized nation during a contentious campaign season, the idea that politics can help achieve the common good seems surprising. Politics too often appears to be about struggle over control rather than collaboration. The interests of the few are…
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 After 60 Years Video
Sixty years ago, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was passed and signed into law after a long moral and political struggle. This act fundamentally changed the United States, enacting legal protections against racial discrimination, prohibiting…
Catholic Sisters Working To Eradicate Human Trafficking Video
In early March, Catholic Sisters Week shines a light on the faith, spirituality, mission, and community building of women religious internationally. To recognize Catholic sisters, this dialogue lifted up their critical work to address and eliminate…
Building the Beloved Community Video
As the United States and Georgetown University prepare to commemorate Juneteenth on June 19, talk of “racial reckoning” has too often given way to business as usual or worse. This online dialogue sought to help shift national and ecclesial discussion…