Refugees
JRS publishes guide for advocates in Southeast Asia
Jesuit Refugee Service Asia Pacific has published a practical guide for advocates of asylum seekers and refugees in five countries in Southeast Asia. Entitled “The...read more
A simple man
Fr Pierre Ceyrac SJ died in Chennai late last month at the age of 98. He was one of the most remarkable Jesuits I have...read more
Honoured for remaining with the oppressed
Portuguese Jesuit Father José Alves Martíns was one of six consecrated religious men awarded Timor Leste’s second highest medal by the newly sworn-in President, Taur...read more
You are not forgotten
“You are not forgotten,” said Aung San Suu Kyi. “Pass this message to those behind you and on to others.” Not permitted a microphone, the...read more
Discussing faith, social justice and public policy
The Metta Karuna Reflection Centre in Siem Riep, Cambodia hosted an open discussion on faith and its impact and influence on public policy on May...read more
How long would you last?
Imagine your feelings if every time you visited a particular friend you were searched, asked a series of intimidating questions and then taken to a...read more
Fostering peace and justice in Cambodia and beyond
The Metta Karuna Reflection Centre provided a sacred space for reflection for Hindu, Muslim and Christian peace seekers from Pakistan and Indian Kashmir in March....read more
Fr General on refugees, communications and social justice
While he was in Australia in January, Fr General Adolfo Nicolás SJ responded to questions on vital areas for the Society in the country, including...read more
Waiting for a country to call home
Mohammad is one of the many Muslim Rohingya refugees forced to flee their homes in western Burma. After a hazardous journey across Burma, he was...read more