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.
The politics of famine
As the saying goes, when two elephants fight, it’s the grass that suffers. It isn’t an accident of nature or … Read more
India: Politics of denial
Early this year, major newspapers and TV stations in India proclaimed with pride that India had replaced the United Kingdom … Read more
Comparte: Food sovereignty
The Comparte (“Share”) program of the Jesuit Conference of Latin American Provinces (CPAL) … Read more
Poem: Berta Cáceres
a woman a man and, when it comes to the tired madness of hierarchy, none of the above.
a river’s … Read more
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Stand for Honduran Jesuit
Serious new threats against Fr Ismael “Melo” Moreno in Honduras have been made in recent days. They have prompted statements … Read more
- Published in News
Bishops target Canadian mining practices
On 9 August 2017, the President of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB), the Most Rev. Douglas Crosby OMI, … Read more
- Published in News
South Sudan: Conflict and famine
Canadian Jesuits International is participating in an interfaith campaign called PRAY-GIVE-SPEAK OUT to … Read more
Poem: This Peace Business
Keys, socks, sons and brothers… these are the things that disappear.
There goes St. Anthony on his hands and knees … Read more
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Sowing peace in Honduras: Like a dancing hummingbird
Out of the immensity of violence, death, exclusion and fear emerge signs of peace and civic engagement. The signs are … Read more
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Inner-city violence and goodness in Jamaica
Famous Jamaican musician Bob Marley wrote the song “No woman, no cry.” This song took on new meaning for me … Read more
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Comparte: Food in a people’s economy
The Comparte (“Share”) program of the Jesuit Conference of Latin American Provinces (CPAL) is a community of learning and action … Read more
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Extractive sector oversight
Canadian Jesuits International sent the letter below to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau advocating the creation of a Canadian ombudsperson office … Read more
- Published in News
Stepping out of the shadows
The 2017 theme for International Women’s Day is “Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030.” The … Read more
- Published in News
The importance of education for refugees
The importance of education cannot be overstated, and most people would agree that education is a fundamental right and a … Read more
- Published in Article
Statement on refugees
The following joint statement from the Provincials of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the US was issued on 30 … Read more
- Published in News
Accounting and loving kindness in Cambodia
I started working with Jesuit Service Cambodia (JSC) in August 1999; it’s been 17 years already! I began as an … Read more
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In Zambia: Looking back … looking forward
Let me start by introducing myself. My name is Paul Desmarais and I am a Canadian Jesuit Brother. I grew … Read more
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Blessing and struggle: My work with refugees in urban Africa
My name is Teddy, and I’ve been working for JRS in Kenya since February 2009. I am married, with three … Read more
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The Jesuits in English Canada have a long history of engagement on corporate accountability, especially ecumenically through the Task Force … 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
