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
Globalisation encourages changes in many fields. One of these is increased human mobility, both domestically and internationally. Many people are forced to move due to economic problems, conflict, persecution, exile, and all forms of human rights violations, including human trafficking … Continued
In the week coinciding with the feast day of St Ignatius of Loyola, Australian Catholics of all ages participated in Jesuit Mission Australia’s One Foot Raised campaign to raise awareness, prayers, and funds for the people of Myanmar. Inspired by … Continued
On the International Day of Refugees, the Society of Jesus is launching Paths of Hospitality, a global initiative that seeks to put hospitality and hope at the centre of conversation for people who are forced to flee because of situations … Continued
Among us students, the Jesuits’ support for underprivileged children is well known. Fr Vinai Boonlue SJ has been bringing students to the Mae Ra Moe refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province to allow them to experience the lives of … Continued
The Migrants and Refugees Network of the Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific (JCAP) is made up of active and dedicated people working in this Jesuit ministry. Hosted at the Fu Jen Catholic University in Taiwan from 4 to 6 March, … Continued
On 14 February, Indonesians will exercise their right to elect a new President and Vice President. As Christians—comprising 3.06 percent Catholics (about 8.5 million) and 10.48 percent Protestants (about 20.7 million)—we may wonder about the impact of our collective voice. … Continued
6 February marks one year since the devastating earthquakes shook Syria and Turkey, claiming the lives of thousands and causing more destruction and trauma to millions more Syrians who were already surviving 12 long years of conflict. In response to … Continued
About two years ago, during my tenure at Xavier Jesuit School in Sisophon, I recorded a video recounting my “cannonball experience” in 1980 when I volunteered at a refugee camp in Thailand. Alongside 12 other volunteers from India, including four … Continued