Asia Pacific – Embracing indigeneity as a global identity

Asia Pacific – Embracing indigeneity as a global identity

Indigenous identity should not be confined to static notions of primitiveness or simplicity, but should be celebrated for its dynamic nature and its ability to adapt and evolve while retaining its core values and cultural heritage.

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Asia Pacific – Working together for child protection in Taiwan

Asia Pacific – Working together for child protection in Taiwan

The Society of Jesus and public institutions in Taiwan, including Taiwanese church hospitals, are collaborating for the protection of children.

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USA-CANADA – Jesuit Migration Network Convenes in Arizona to Collaborate and Support Migrants

USA-CANADA – Jesuit Migration Network Convenes in Arizona to Collaborate and Support Migrants

The gathering began with reports from Jesuit offices and ministries that work with migrants along the U.S.-Mexico border, in Central America, and in the interior of the U.S. and Canada.

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Global – Lobbying for a global blue foods mandate on agriculture and food security

Global – Lobbying for a global blue foods mandate on agriculture and food security

Stakeholders from civil society and faith-based groups in the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar are lobbying for the inclusion of ‘blue foods’ in global climate discussions (UNFCCC). (Photo from FAO)

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Africa – Journeying with the Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP) Holders in South Africa

Africa – Journeying with the Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEP) Holders in South Africa

For the many employed ZEP employed in South Africa, they regretebly face very limited possibility of transitionig to the regular immigration through the General Work Permit. The stringent South African Department of Labour requirements are exceedingly challenging and would disqualify almost all of the ZEP holders.

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Global – Pope appeals for solidarity for communities affected by Cyclone Mocha

Global – Pope appeals for solidarity for communities affected by Cyclone Mocha

Pope Francis launches an appeal to authorities to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to peoples struck by a powerful cyclone in the Bay of Bengal that has wreaked death and destruction in areas between Myanmar and Bangladesh.

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Global – Publication of Pope Francis’ Message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation 2023

Global – Publication of Pope Francis’ Message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation 2023

On May 25, the Press Office of the Holy See published the Message of Pope Francis for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation 2023 with the theme: "Let Justice and Peace Flow".

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Ireland – World Environment Day 2023

Ireland – World Environment Day 2023

For real change to be apparent, we need systematic change to resolve devastation to our natural eco-systems. Earlier this year, we launched our Water Appeal which centred around world water month and the importance of groundwater for our very survival.

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Global – Pope’s June prayer intention: for an abolition of torture

Global – Pope’s June prayer intention: for an abolition of torture

Pope Francis' monthly prayer intention for June is for the abolition of torture in all of its forms throughout the world.

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CAR – Compassion and Commitment towards a Healthy and Sustainable Environment

CAR – Compassion and Commitment towards a Healthy and Sustainable Environment

As part of the Youth for Youth initiative of the Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) partner centres, the Centre d'Information d'Education et d'Ecoute du Centre Catholique Universitaire de Bangui (CIEE-CCU) set up the project "Actions des Jeunes pour un Environnement Sain et Durable" (AJESD).

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