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Jesuit Provincial of Canada urges Ottawa to denounce ‘grave injustice’ in Nicaragua

24 August 2023 / Published in News

Jesuit Provincial of Canada urges Ottawa to denounce ‘grave injustice’ in Nicaragua

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August 24, 2023

The Right Honourable Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Office of the Prime Minister
80 Wellington Street
Ottawa ON K1S 0A2

The Honourable Melanie Joly
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Ottawa, Canada

Re: Unjust seizure of the University of Central America in Managua, Nicaragua

 

Dear Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister Joly,
I write to express deep concern about the government of Nicaragua’s unjust and illegal
seizure of the assets of the University of Central America (UCA) in Managua on August 16,
2023; their seizure of the Jesuit house on campus on August 19; and their revocation of the
legal status of the Jesuits in Nicaragua on August 23, 2023.

Since its founding in 1960 until now, the UCA, a private Catholic university, has been run by
the Society of Jesus, more commonly known as the Jesuits. Through the Jesuits at the UCA,
the Catholic church in Nicaragua has been promoting the right to think freely and the right
to open and democratic higher education for Nicaraguans.

The government’s accusations that the UCA and the Jesuits have been fomenting terrorism
are false and unfounded. The accusations stem from the 2018 protests by civil society,
including UCA students, who objected to President Daniel Ortega’s proposed social security
reforms and who called for his resignation. Furthermore, the UCA has been denied the right
of due process to answer these charges in a proper legal forum.

Canada aspires to be a leader in the promotion and advancement of human rights on the
international stage. Our country has openly committed to championing the values of
inclusivity and accountable governance; peaceful pluralism and respect for diversity; and
human rights including the rights of those most marginalized in society.

In 2019, the Government of Canada showed its commitment to these values by invoking the
Special Economic Measures Act to impose sanctions against Nicaragua because of the
systematic government repression and state-sponsored violence against anti-government
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protests.

However, the Nicaraguan government continues to suppress democratic
freedoms, with the unjust imprisonment of Bishop Rolando Jose Álvarez Lagos since
February 2023. The unjust seizure of the University and its assets exacerbates civil society
repression in the country and has gravely harmed academic and religious freedom.

Moreover, many leaders of the University fear for their safety, and students of the UCA are
being denied their academic transcripts to continue their studies elsewhere. The seizure of
the house of the Jesuit professors and staff on August 19 and the revocation of the Jesuits’
legal standing in the country on August 23 add repression of religious freedom to
repression of free speech.

We urge the government of Canada to continue to uphold its commitment to international
solidarity and join us in denouncing this grave injustice and insisting on a just resolution.

We urge you to demand of the Nicaraguan government that they:
• Reverse their illegal decision to take control of the UCA and its assets;
• Return the UCA to its former administration;
• Release Bishop Álvarez;
• Restore legal status to the Jesuits;
• Cease repression of intellectual and religious freedom and of those advocating public
dialogue about Nicaragua’s future.

We also recommend expedited asylum or immigration processes for UCA leaders who
might seek to come to Canada, and expedited study visas for UCA students who might wish
to continue their studies here.

With gratitude for your service of the common good,

Sincerely yours,
Very Rev. Erik Oland, S.J.
Provincial Superior
Jesuits of Canada / Jésuites du Canada

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Watch videos, read a Q & A, see photos in a web page we've created to chronicle CJI's recent visit to Jesuit partners in India and Nepal.CJI Executive Director Jenny Cafiso and Program Coordinator Juan Emilio Hernandez visited CJI’s Jesuit partners and other Jesuit institutions in India and Nepal from April 11 to May 1. They traveled to New Delhi, Bagdogra, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong, Kathmandu, Sadakbari, and Simalbari.Check it out now: Click link in bio#India #Nepal #Jesuit #CJI #Canadian #ngo #dogood #socialjustice #service #love
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Watch videos, read a Q & A, see photos in a web page we've created to chronicle CJI's recent visit to Jesuit partners in India and Nepal.CJI Executive Director Jenny Cafiso and Program Coordinator Juan Emilio Hernandez visited CJI’s Jesuit partners and other Jesuit institutions in India and Nepal from April 11 to May 1. They traveled to New Delhi, Bagdogra, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Kurseong, Kathmandu, Sadakbari, and Simalbari.Check it out now: Click link in bio#India #Nepal #Jesuit #CJI #Canadian #ngo #dogood #socialjustice #service #love
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Powerful scenes from the meeting of Indigenous women from Latin America organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America, an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL), a CJI partner.About 30 participants came from  Indigenous territories in the different Indigenous regions that make up the network:  Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America), Andean (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Amazon (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Southern Cone (Paraguay, Chile).The gathering, which is being supported by CJI, "seeks to strengthen and engage leadership, especially of Indigenous women, so that from their own wisdom, culture and spirituality, they can contribute to the care of our common home and community relations."You can watch videos and follow the gathering via CPAL's Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3rkdnSo#peru #Indigenous #latinamerica #jesuit #indigenouswomen
Powerful scenes from the meeting of Indigenous women from Latin America organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America, an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL), a CJI partner.About 30 participants came from  Indigenous territories in the different Indigenous regions that make up the network:  Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America), Andean (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Amazon (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Southern Cone (Paraguay, Chile).The gathering, which is being supported by CJI, "seeks to strengthen and engage leadership, especially of Indigenous women, so that from their own wisdom, culture and spirituality, they can contribute to the care of our common home and community relations."You can watch videos and follow the gathering via CPAL's Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3rkdnSo#peru #Indigenous #latinamerica #jesuit #indigenouswomen
Powerful scenes from the meeting of Indigenous women from Latin America organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America, an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL), a CJI partner.About 30 participants came from  Indigenous territories in the different Indigenous regions that make up the network:  Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America), Andean (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Amazon (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Southern Cone (Paraguay, Chile).The gathering, which is being supported by CJI, "seeks to strengthen and engage leadership, especially of Indigenous women, so that from their own wisdom, culture and spirituality, they can contribute to the care of our common home and community relations."You can watch videos and follow the gathering via CPAL's Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3rkdnSo#peru #Indigenous #latinamerica #jesuit #indigenouswomen
Powerful scenes from the meeting of Indigenous women from Latin America organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America, an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL), a CJI partner.About 30 participants came from  Indigenous territories in the different Indigenous regions that make up the network:  Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America), Andean (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Amazon (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Southern Cone (Paraguay, Chile).The gathering, which is being supported by CJI, "seeks to strengthen and engage leadership, especially of Indigenous women, so that from their own wisdom, culture and spirituality, they can contribute to the care of our common home and community relations."You can watch videos and follow the gathering via CPAL's Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3rkdnSo#peru #Indigenous #latinamerica #jesuit #indigenouswomen
Powerful scenes from the meeting of Indigenous women from Latin America organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America, an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL), a CJI partner.About 30 participants came from  Indigenous territories in the different Indigenous regions that make up the network:  Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America), Andean (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Amazon (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Southern Cone (Paraguay, Chile).The gathering, which is being supported by CJI, "seeks to strengthen and engage leadership, especially of Indigenous women, so that from their own wisdom, culture and spirituality, they can contribute to the care of our common home and community relations."You can watch videos and follow the gathering via CPAL's Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3rkdnSo#peru #Indigenous #latinamerica #jesuit #indigenouswomen
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Powerful scenes from the meeting of Indigenous women from Latin America organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America, an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL), a CJI partner.About 30 participants came from Indigenous territories in the different Indigenous regions that make up the network: Mesoamerica (Mexico and Central America), Andean (Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Amazon (Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia), Southern Cone (Paraguay, Chile).The gathering, which is being supported by CJI, "seeks to strengthen and engage leadership, especially of Indigenous women, so that from their own wisdom, culture and spirituality, they can contribute to the care of our common home and community relations."You can watch videos and follow the gathering via CPAL's Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3rkdnSo#peru #Indigenous #latinamerica #jesuit #indigenouswomen
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Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
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Indigenous women from across Latin America have begun arriving in Andahuaylillas, Peru, for a meeting organized by the Network of Solidarity and Indigenous Apostolate of Latin America (RSAI - Red de Solidaridad y Apostolado Indígena de América Latina).RSAI is an initiative of the Conference of Jesuit Provincials of Latin America (CPAL). The meeting, which counts Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) among its supporters, seeks to empower participants; develop their capacity for agency at both the individual and organizational levels; value and strengthen their identity, their spirituality and their communities, as well as their support networks.Before their gathering, "Path and life of the women of Indigenous Peoples of Latin America," some participants visited the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu.Photos by CPAL#indigenouswomen #indigenous #peru #latinamerica #jesuit #machupicchu
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Why is girls' education one of the most important issues of our time?In a Q & A with CJI, Noluthando Honono, a South African education activist, reflects on why members of civil society, including CJI, need to address this issue: Click link in bio#education #girlseducation #SouthAfrica #Jesuit
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Why is girls' education one of the most important issues of our time?In a Q & A with CJI, Noluthando Honono, a South African education activist, reflects on why members of civil society, including CJI, need to address this issue: Click link in bio#education #girlseducation #SouthAfrica #Jesuit
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The goal of Moran Memorial School, a CJI partner, is to build the confidence of students and to empower them so that they can help themselves and their communities.The school was established for children of tea workers in a neighbouring tea estate and children from the Rajbanshi tribe who live in surrounding villages.Read more about the struggles and successes of this unique school: click link in bio to visit our website and read the Fall 2023 newsletter.#girlseducation #Nepal #Jesuit #dogood #ngo
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The goal of Moran Memorial School, a CJI partner, is to build the confidence of students and to empower them so that they can help themselves and their communities.The school was established for children of tea workers in a neighbouring tea estate and children from the Rajbanshi tribe who live in surrounding villages.Read more about the struggles and successes of this unique school: click link in bio to visit our website and read the Fall 2023 newsletter.#girlseducation #Nepal #Jesuit #dogood #ngo
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On International #Literacy Day, September 8, Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) underscores the importance of girls’ education.
This fall, CJI’s campaign — Education: Her Right, Our Future — advocates access to quality and safe education, with a particular focus on girls’ education in the Global South.
Education is a human right. But many children, especially girls, continue to be denied this right. Worldwide, an estimated 244 million children ages six to 18 remain out of school. About 130 million or 53% of them are girls.
Many children are denied their right to education because of poverty; or because of their gender, religion, language, cultural identity, disability or forced displacement. Lack of public investment, or lack of government resources also hinder the delivery of free and quality education. We need concerted action to solve the global education crisis.
One of CJI’s partners, Jesuits of Eastern Africa Province (AOR), is helping to address illiteracy in South Sudan through the Mazzolari Teachers Training College and other schools. South Sudan has the lowest literacy rate in sub-Saharan Africa (27%). Women and girls suffer the most. More than 70% of South Sudan’s population above the age of 15 is illiterate, and majority of them are women, according to UNESCO.
Learn more about the Mazzolari Teachers Training College, including how you can support it: Click link in bio to visit our website
#SouthSudan #Jesuit #AOR #girlseducation
On International #Literacy Day, September 8, Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) underscores the importance of girls’ education.
This fall, CJI’s campaign — Education: Her Right, Our Future — advocates access to quality and safe education, with a particular focus on girls’ education in the Global South.
Education is a human right. But many children, especially girls, continue to be denied this right. Worldwide, an estimated 244 million children ages six to 18 remain out of school. About 130 million or 53% of them are girls.
Many children are denied their right to education because of poverty; or because of their gender, religion, language, cultural identity, disability or forced displacement. Lack of public investment, or lack of government resources also hinder the delivery of free and quality education. We need concerted action to solve the global education crisis.
One of CJI’s partners, Jesuits of Eastern Africa Province (AOR), is helping to address illiteracy in South Sudan through the Mazzolari Teachers Training College and other schools. South Sudan has the lowest literacy rate in sub-Saharan Africa (27%). Women and girls suffer the most. More than 70% of South Sudan’s population above the age of 15 is illiterate, and majority of them are women, according to UNESCO.
Learn more about the Mazzolari Teachers Training College, including how you can support it: Click link in bio to visit our website
#SouthSudan #Jesuit #AOR #girlseducation
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On International #Literacy Day, September 8, Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) underscores the importance of girls’ education. This fall, CJI’s campaign — Education: Her Right, Our Future — advocates access to quality and safe education, with a particular focus on girls’ education in the Global South. Education is a human right. But many children, especially girls, continue to be denied this right. Worldwide, an estimated 244 million children ages six to 18 remain out of school. About 130 million or 53% of them are girls. Many children are denied their right to education because of poverty; or because of their gender, religion, language, cultural identity, disability or forced displacement. Lack of public investment, or lack of government resources also hinder the delivery of free and quality education. We need concerted action to solve the global education crisis. One of CJI’s partners, Jesuits of Eastern Africa Province (AOR), is helping to address illiteracy in South Sudan through the Mazzolari Teachers Training College and other schools. South Sudan has the lowest literacy rate in sub-Saharan Africa (27%). Women and girls suffer the most. More than 70% of South Sudan’s population above the age of 15 is illiterate, and majority of them are women, according to UNESCO. Learn more about the Mazzolari Teachers Training College, including how you can support it: Click link in bio to visit our website #SouthSudan #Jesuit #AOR #girlseducation
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CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
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CJI staff began their planning meeting today with a nature walk around the conservation areas near the Manresa Jesuit Spiritual Renewal Centre in Pickering, Ontario. Br Paul Baker SJ led staff in a “Stations of Creation,” that they dedicated to the late Br Paul Desmarais SJ.#nature #naturephotography #jesuit #pickering #staff #canada
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As a community of faith, we have the obligation to address the needs of the poor and marginalized in our society. This “Preferential option for the poor” is one of the principles of Catholic Social Teachings.On the International Day of Charity, September 5, Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) reaffirms its commitment to love and to serve by working with people struggling for social justice and dignity in the world.CJI works with Jesuit and other partners in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to accompany people on the margins of society .This includes Centro Montalvo, a Jesuit social centre in the Dominican Republic. Centro Montalvo strengthens local initiatives for public action to protect the environment and uphold the human rights of communities .Many local communities have been negatively affected by the activities of many mining companies, some of them headquartered in Canada. Their health, the health of their livestock and their natural resources, and their agricultural productivity have suffered because of these activities.Learn more about Centro Montalvo, including how you can support it: click link in bio#dayofcharity #ngo #environment #dominicanrepublic #mining
As a community of faith, we have the obligation to address the needs of the poor and marginalized in our society. This “Preferential option for the poor” is one of the principles of Catholic Social Teachings.On the International Day of Charity, September 5, Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) reaffirms its commitment to love and to serve by working with people struggling for social justice and dignity in the world.CJI works with Jesuit and other partners in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to accompany people on the margins of society .This includes Centro Montalvo, a Jesuit social centre in the Dominican Republic. Centro Montalvo strengthens local initiatives for public action to protect the environment and uphold the human rights of communities .Many local communities have been negatively affected by the activities of many mining companies, some of them headquartered in Canada. Their health, the health of their livestock and their natural resources, and their agricultural productivity have suffered because of these activities.Learn more about Centro Montalvo, including how you can support it: click link in bio#dayofcharity #ngo #environment #dominicanrepublic #mining
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As a community of faith, we have the obligation to address the needs of the poor and marginalized in our society. This “Preferential option for the poor” is one of the principles of Catholic Social Teachings.On the International Day of Charity, September 5, Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) reaffirms its commitment to love and to serve by working with people struggling for social justice and dignity in the world.CJI works with Jesuit and other partners in Africa, Asia, and Latin America to accompany people on the margins of society .This includes Centro Montalvo, a Jesuit social centre in the Dominican Republic. Centro Montalvo strengthens local initiatives for public action to protect the environment and uphold the human rights of communities .Many local communities have been negatively affected by the activities of many mining companies, some of them headquartered in Canada. Their health, the health of their livestock and their natural resources, and their agricultural productivity have suffered because of these activities.Learn more about Centro Montalvo, including how you can support it: click link in bio#dayofcharity #ngo #environment #dominicanrepublic #mining
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Young women speak out about their right to be educatedClick link in bio to read storyPhoto by Juan Emilio Hernández/CJI
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