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SECRETARY FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND ECOLOGY ANNUAL REPORT 2024

The visit of Fr. Roberto Jaramillo, Secretary for the Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat, Rome, to the Province from February 12 to 14 was an eventful and inspiring experience. His itinerary was meticulously planned by the Social Action Commission under the guidance of Fr. Provincial, ensuring a meaningful engagement with various initiatives and communities...

Water is life—an irreplaceable resource that sustains us, nourishes ecosystems, and shapes the future of our planet. Yet, across continents, this vital resource is under increasing threat. From devastating droughts in Africa to ferocious floods in Asia and growing water scarcity in the Americas, the water crisis is a global emergency that demands our attention and action...

On March 11, the European Commission presented a new regulation that seeks to accelerate the expulsion of migrants to countries of origin or transit. This proposal is aligned with the border control and outsourcing approach promoted by the European Pact on Migration and Asylum (PEMA), approved in April 2024...

From tales of early missionaries venturing out to the far corners of the earth to work with the poor and marginalised, to their commitment to improving our modern world, the Jesuits and their character have had a real impact on her...

In a world fraught with division and despair, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) stands as a testament to our nation’s enduring commitment to compassion, justice, and the intrinsic value of every human life. Established in 1961 under President John F. Kennedy, USAID embodies the moral imperative to love and serve our neighbors, transcending borders, and embracing humanity in its most vulnerable forms...

This year marks a significant moment of reflection and commitment within the Society of Jesus. As the Society commemorates the 30th anniversary of Decree 14 of General Congregation 34 (1995); emphasizing that women’s participation is central to the integration of faith and justice; and the world remembers the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action adopted by the UN Fourth World Conference on Women, the theme of this International Women’s Day, “Accelerating Action”, resonates deeply with the voices of women who have shaped the Society’s journey with hope and urgency...

From 2 to 7 March, Xavier Learning Community (XLC) in Chiang Rai, Thailand, hosted the “Learning from Southeast Asia” programme, which brought together students and staff from Japan’s Sophia University and Kwansei Gakuin University. This collaborative educational initiative aimed to deepen the participants’ understanding of critical global challenges and promote sustainable futures through hands-on learning...

Never before have we been so aware of the degradation of life on the planet and the need to act together to save it...

Amid ongoing tensions and fighting, Burmese armed forces have bombed and destroyed a Catholic pastoral center of the Diocese of Banmaw in the northern part of Myanmar...