The articles below are ones that Canadian Jesuits International has posted on various pages of the CJI website or published in its newsletter. They are gathered here for convenience of access and organized according to the date they were published or posted.
Thanksgiving for field kitchens!
On 15 September 2018, CJI’s partner in Syria, Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), held a closing celebration for its Field Kitchen … Read more
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Tahoe’s Escobal mine in Guatemala to halt work
CJI shares news from sister organizations on a high court decision in Guatemala against Tahoe Resource’s Escobal mine. See also … Read more
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Concern for Radio Progreso staff
Canadian Jesuits International shares the concern of the UN Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner in Honduras over the … Read more
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Threat against Honduran journalist
The following editorial from Criterio in Honduras (criterio.hn) concerns a death threat against journalist Sandra Marybel Sánchez, who works at … Read more
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Joint call for justice in Guatemala
Human rights defender Ángel Estuardo Quevedo was killed in the municipality of Santa Rosa de Lima, Guatemala, on 12 July … Read more
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Updates from South Sudan
Canadian Jesuits International is providing the dispatches below to keep friends and supporters up-to-date on developments in South Sudan, particularly … Read more
Gandhi Ashram changes lives
Gandhi Ashram in India was founded in 1992 by Fr Edward McGuire, a Canadian Jesuit. He was asked by his … Read more
Meeting the Superior General
Canadian Jesuits International staff greatly appreciated meeting Fr Arturo Sosa SJ before a Mass at Regis College in Toronto on … Read more
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Defending human rights
Human rights are cultural concepts, evolving continually in response to socio-cultural and political changes. Since 1948, when the UN General … Read more
Protecting the rights of indigenous communities in Mexico has required great effort and multiple claims by individuals and groups who … Read more
Update: Statement on Syria
The dire situation in Syria continues to dominate the news. Of particular concern are the attacks on people in some … Read more
Ombudsperson success!
As a member of the Canadian Network on Corporate Accountability (CNCA), Canadian Jesuits International has been actively involved in a … Read more
Solidarity in partnership
X-rays give us an inside picture of something, but they must be read or interpreted to obtain a real understanding … Read more
Honduran leaders’ safety
Only one month after expressing their concern regarding the post-election situation in Honduras, the Jesuit Provincials of English and French … Read more
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Provincials’ letter on Honduras
The Jesuit Provincials of English and French Canada, Fathers Peter Bisson and Erik Oland, have sent a letter expressing deep … Read more
Livelihood support: Thanks for your solidarity
This is the fifth and final article in a blog series on the igNation website in November 2017. The series … Read more
Livelihood support: Comparte, thanks for sharing
This is the fourth article in a blog series appearing on the igNation website in November 2017. The series aims … Read more
World Day of the Poor
Pope Francis named 19 November 2017 the first “World Day of the Poor.” At … Read more
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Livelihood support: HLDRC and tea plantation workers
This is the third article in a blog series appearing on the igNation website in November 2017. The series aims … Read more
Livelihood support: KATC and organic farming in Zambia
This article is the second in a blog series appearing on the igNation website in November 2017. The series aims … Read more
Livelihood support: To live life to the fullest
This article is the first in a blog series appearing on the igNation website in November 2017. The series aims … Read more
COVID-19 Emergency Appeal
Fr Lalit Tirkey SJ hands out food items those most affected by the COVID-19 lockdown in Darjeeling, India (Photo: Darjeeling Jesuit Province)
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Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) is saddened to hear that Fr Stan Swamy SJ passed away last July 5. For over 50 years, he worked tirelessly for poor and marginalized communities of India, especially its Indigenous people/Adivasis. Fr Stan fought for the recognition of the rights of the Adivasis, documenting the abuse of power against Indigenous youth and those falsely imprisoned for defending their rights.⠀ .⠀ For the last 9 months, Fr Stan was incarcerated based on unsubstantiated charges of links to Maoist/terrorist forces. He suffered from Parkinson’s disease and his health continued to deteriorate while in prison. In spite of his health challenges, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) special sessions court refused to grant him bail.⠀ .⠀ Fr Stan only wanted to be with the people he served. During a bail hearing in May, he declared this desire to the court: “I may suffer, perhaps even die very soon if the deterioration of my condition continues. But whatever happens I want to be able to be among my people.”⠀ .⠀ He was finally transferred to a hospital after contracting COVID-19.⠀ .⠀ Fr Stan’s life and death has inspired a new generation of advocates who continue to fight for truth and justice. These are men and women emboldened by the strength and courage Fr Stan showed. They will stand up for the truth, fight for the marginalized and will continue to dedicate their lives in the pursuit of a just and equal society.⠀ .⠀ As we commemorate the life of Fr Stan, let us not forget the 15 other human rights defenders who have been detained for the same reason as Fr Stan and continue to languish in prison while waiting for justice to be served.⠀ .⠀ Thank you, Fr Stan, for inspiring us all.⠀ ⠀ #RIPStan #Jesuits3 weeks ago -
#Repost @sjes_rome ・・・ Fr. Stan Swamy SJ, entered his Eternal Abode. We keep praying for him and for his legacy in the mission of Justice and Reconciliation especially among the Adivasis, Dalits and other marginalised communities. Rest in peace Fr. Stan3 weeks ago -
#Repost @sjes_rome ・・・ Online Condolences Meeting for Fr. Stan #ripstan3 weeks ago -
#Repost @jesuitrefugeeservice ・・・ "Many students had the will to continue their education, but they lacked the means to participate in the remote courses." . Aicha is a member of the parents association of a school in Djabal refugee camp in Chad. . This #WorldRefugeeDay help us ensure refugees have the opportunity to study. . Click the link in our bio to support our education programmes. . #TogetherWeLearn #WithRefugees #EducationForAll #Chad1 month ago -
We invite you to attend our webinar, Leave no one behind: Vaccine equity in the Global South. June 15 at 11:30 am - 1:00 pm ET.⠀ ⠀ This will be a discussion on the barriers to access COVID-19 vaccines for the world’s poorest people with internationally renowned speakers Fr Charles Chilufya SJ, Dr Sunita Narain, Dr Katrina Plamondon and Dr Jeffrey Sachs. COVID-19 has revealed the inequalities between the Global North and the Global South with only 0.1% of people in low-income countries vaccinated. Canadian Jesuits International supports the global campaign for vaccine equity through a waiver of certain provisions of the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement at the World Trade Organization (WTO)⠀ ⠀ To register, click on the link on our profile or visit canadianjesuitsinternational.ca/vaccine-equity ⠀ ⠀ #vaccineequity #equalityforall #vaccineaccessforall2 months ago -
COVID-19 has brought great suffering to the people of India: nearly 400,000 infected and over 3,500 dead each day. Our Jesuit partners provide medical supplies, food and hygiene items to people most affected by COVID-19. Please support our partners and the communities they serve and accompany.⠀ ⠀ To donate, please click on the link on our profile or visit: canadianjesuitsinternational.ca ⠀ #Jesuits #COVID19 #India #weareallinthistogether @magisamericas @jci_s.asia @jamjesuits @jesuitsofcanada3 months ago -
#Repost @dsouzaninette ・・・ Dear friends/followers, you know that I rarely post on Instagram. However, the enormity of the latest wave of COVID-19 in India has prompted me to post in recent days including today's post. I have been privileged to be involved with Canadian Jesuits International over the last several years. They work with Jesuits and partner organizations in the Global South to further social justice and dignity. They have had extensive involvement with Jesuit work in India over many years. They have just launched an emergency COVID-19 appeal focussed on India to work with their Jesuit partners to continue to accompany marginalized people, even during this time of great peril. There is a severe shortage of medical equipment, hygiene items, and basic food provisions. To learn more about Canadian Jesuit International's latest appeal and their partners in India, please visit: https://www.canadianjesuitsinternational.ca/covid-19-emergency-appeal-the-second-wave-in-india/ @canadianjesuitsinternational #covidindia #indiancatholicsincanada #goancatholicsincanada #indiancatholicsincanada #jesuits3 months ago -
Thank you to all those who sent birthday cards to Fr Stan Swamy c/o The High Commission of India in Ottawa. It is never too late to show your support for Fr Stan. Here is one more from @stpaulshighschool #StandWithStan #HappyBirthdayStan3 months ago -
Today is Fr Stan Swamy’s 84th birthday. If you haven’t yet, please send a birthday card to Fr Stan c/o the High Commission of India in Ottawa: Fr Stan Swamy SJ c/o Mr Ajay Bisaria, High Commissioner High Commission of India 10 Springfield Road Ottawa, ON K1M 1C9 #StandWithStan #HappyBirthdayStan3 months ago
