The announcement of the US government on 24 January to suspend all foreign aid for at least 90 days has had a severe impact on the humanitarian and educational efforts of two Jesuit organisations dedicated to supporting marginalised communities worldwide. … Continued
A child gazes at the sky, unsure if the light is a guiding star or an airstrike. Today marks four years since the military coup in Myanmar, a tragic milestone for a nation facing ongoing violence and displacement. Over 3.5 … Continued
The Society of Jesus in Indonesia celebrated the opening of its newest centre for research and advocacy, PRAKSIS, on 10 December, coinciding with World Human Rights Day. PRAKSIS is envisioned to serve as the “spokesperson” of the Society of Jesus … Continued
The Scholastics and Brothers Circle recently held its annual gathering over Christmas, hosted by the Cebu Center for Ignatian Spirituality in the Philippines. Forty-five Jesuits in formation from around the conference (including representatives from North America and Europe) gathered for … Continued
The global scope of the Society’s mission was clearly evident at the Scholastics and Brothers Circle meeting held from 23 to 30 December at the Cebu Center for Ignatian Spirituality-Jesuit Retreat House in Cebu City. Of the 50 participants, including … Continued
For three days in November, participants from the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Regional Office joined a workshop on mobile filmmaking. Designed for individuals with minimal equipment—usually just a mobile phone—the workshop was a collaboration between the Jesuit Conference of Asia … Continued
Jesuit Mission Australia has activated its Emergency Action Fund to assist local partner Jesuit Refugee Service Middle East & North Africa (JRS MENA) in providing urgent relief efforts across the region. The humanitarian situation in Lebanon is dire. Since 23 … Continued
It was a busy first week of October at Kampoeng Media in Yogyakarta as the social apostolate delegates of our provinces, regions, and mission gathered for four days, exploring key areas of the social ministry work, challenges, and next steps. … Continued
In the bustling neighbourhoods of Jakarta and the serene landscapes of Bogor, I recently had the privilege of witnessing the profound impact of refugee support initiatives led by our partner, Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Indonesia. My visit opened my eyes … Continued
Ahead of World Day of Migrants and Refugees on 29 September, Jesuit Mission Australia is urgently appealing for assistance for thousands of “de facto” refugees in Indonesia, who are not recognised under UN law. The United Nations is cutting funding … Continued