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For more than two and a half centuries, until its suppression in 1773, the Society of Jesus was the largest and best known religious order among those dedicated to teaching. By 1749, of the 23,000 Jesuits, there were about 15,000 destined for 800 educational centers, with more than 200,000 students. They therefore formed the largest international network of schools at a time when state education was practically non-existent...

Education, considered a fundamental human right, faces growing threats in various regions of the world.

The war in Sudan continues to ravage the lives of thousands of people. Military violence and bombing campaigns have displaced families and those who are fortunate enough to flee, often with just the clothes on their backs, have arrived at Renk, one of the transit zones at the border of neighbouring South Sudan.

The journey to Mae La Mong Nuea was more than just stepping out of comfort zones. It was an opportunity to experience rural life up close, build friendships, and understand the importance of helping others.

How to transform local economies into sustainable and scalable alternatives?

Madagascar, an island nation renowned for its rich biodiversity, faces a precarious battle against the escalating impacts of climate change. From devastating cyclones to persistent droughts and rising sea levels, the country’s vulnerability underscores the urgency of bold and transformative action. Through its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement on Climate Change, Madagascar has embarked on a remarkable journey to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, enhance adaptation, and build climate resilience. As the world turns its attention to the outcomes of Conference of Parties on Climate Change (COP29), Madagascar stands at a critical juncture. Insights from the global climate stage provide both inspiration and practical strategies to inform the next chapter of its climate journey. With NDC1 laying the groundwork and NDC2 building upon its lessons, expectations for NDC3 are higher than ever. This article explores Madagascar’s progress, the lessons learned, and the roadmap forward, showcasing how collaboration, ambition, and innovation are shaping a resilient future for one of the world’s most vulnerable nations.

The International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL) applauds the significant steps taken during the 5th Review Conference of the Mine Ban Treaty to uphold the treaty and its norms, despite the challenging global landscape and concerning developments in recent weeks...

More than 20 countries across Europe have come together in Rome to participate in a conference dedicated to the Church’s ongoing efforts to protect the most vulnerable.

Addressing COP29 on behalf of Pope Francis and the Holy See, Cardinal Pietro Parolin urges urgent climate action, linking environmental protection to peace, justice, and global solidarity, and warning that indifference enables injustice.

The Jesuits for Climate Justice call for urgent action: make the Loss and Damage Fund effective, cancel climate debt, and advance just energy transitions. Inspired by the visions of Francis of Assisi, Julian of Norwich, and Ignatius of Loyola—who “found joy in the ‘praise, reverence, and service’ of all God’s creation”—James Hanvey, SJ, invites us to celebrate life’s interconnectedness and protect our common home together.