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The people of Venezuela need our help

25 June 2026 / Published in News

The people of Venezuela need our help

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(Please see reports and updates from CJI Jesuit partners at the bottom of the page.)

The people of Venezuela need us today. 

Our partners are already there. We need to act quickly.  

Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) is accepting donations to support humanitarian relief efforts in northern Venezuela. The region was hit by two deadly earthquakes on June 24, leaving thousands of people in urgent need of assistance and causing widespread destruction. The death toll has been rising as search efforts continue. 

Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), Fe y Alegria,  and other CJI Jesuit partners in Venezuela are already on the ground: providing emergency support to individuals and families affected by the earthquakes, including temporary shelter, essential relief items, protection services, and psycho-social support. They are also conducting rapid assessments in the affected areas to identify the most urgent needs and ensure assistance continues to reach those most in need. Our partners have worked in Venezuela for many years, building experienced teams and well-established networks of people who are already responding to the emergency. 

JRS reports that countless people are facing uncertainty and loss. Livelihoods have been disrupted, and entire communities are struggling to recover from the shock of the life-changing disaster.  

Your donation will enable our partners to respond quickly to this emergency, provide life-saving assistance, and accompany affected communities as they begin the long process of recovery and rebuilding.

Please see the following updates sent by our Jesuit partners in Venezuela:

Values that guide the unified Jesuit response

Emergency Report: July 19, 2026

Emergency Report: July 15, 2026

 Emergency Report: July 11, 2026 

Emergency Report: July 8, 2026

Emergency Report: June 30, 2026

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The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
About 30 young people explored social justice issues, participated in leadership training, and shared their experiences at Model Youth Justice, a two-night retreat organized August 7 to 9 by Camp Micah in partnership with organizations such as Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Mary Ward Centre, and Kairos. 

 “It was an amazing and inspiring experience. I spent the weekend surrounded by brilliant young people who share a passion for social justice, advocacy, and creating change in their communities and globally,” said Hasina Qaderi, CJI summer intern, who attended the gathering. “It was really inspiring to see how passionate everyone was about different issues, from refugee rights, allyship and anti-oppression to gender issues and ecological justice.” 

Hasina and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda gave a presentation on CJI-supported projects that support women in the Global South who are leading the way towards justice, equity, and sustainability. “The participants were inquisitive and engaged in the conversation, asking thoughtful questions and sharing insights that also made me reflect more deeply on the issues myself. I think that was one of the most meaningful parts of the experience for me.” The retreat “reminded me how important it is to create spaces where young people from multiple faiths can share their gifts and passions, learn from each other, and feel empowered to speak about the issues they care about.”

The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
About 30 young people explored social justice issues, participated in leadership training, and shared their experiences at Model Youth Justice, a two-night retreat organized August 7 to 9 by Camp Micah in partnership with organizations such as Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Mary Ward Centre, and Kairos. 

 “It was an amazing and inspiring experience. I spent the weekend surrounded by brilliant young people who share a passion for social justice, advocacy, and creating change in their communities and globally,” said Hasina Qaderi, CJI summer intern, who attended the gathering. “It was really inspiring to see how passionate everyone was about different issues, from refugee rights, allyship and anti-oppression to gender issues and ecological justice.” 

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The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
About 30 young people explored social justice issues, participated in leadership training, and shared their experiences at Model Youth Justice, a two-night retreat organized August 7 to 9 by Camp Micah in partnership with organizations such as Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Mary Ward Centre, and Kairos. 

 “It was an amazing and inspiring experience. I spent the weekend surrounded by brilliant young people who share a passion for social justice, advocacy, and creating change in their communities and globally,” said Hasina Qaderi, CJI summer intern, who attended the gathering. “It was really inspiring to see how passionate everyone was about different issues, from refugee rights, allyship and anti-oppression to gender issues and ecological justice.” 

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The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
About 30 young people explored social justice issues, participated in leadership training, and shared their experiences at Model Youth Justice, a two-night retreat organized August 7 to 9 by Camp Micah in partnership with organizations such as Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Mary Ward Centre, and Kairos. 

 “It was an amazing and inspiring experience. I spent the weekend surrounded by brilliant young people who share a passion for social justice, advocacy, and creating change in their communities and globally,” said Hasina Qaderi, CJI summer intern, who attended the gathering. “It was really inspiring to see how passionate everyone was about different issues, from refugee rights, allyship and anti-oppression to gender issues and ecological justice.” 

Hasina and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda gave a presentation on CJI-supported projects that support women in the Global South who are leading the way towards justice, equity, and sustainability. “The participants were inquisitive and engaged in the conversation, asking thoughtful questions and sharing insights that also made me reflect more deeply on the issues myself. I think that was one of the most meaningful parts of the experience for me.” The retreat “reminded me how important it is to create spaces where young people from multiple faiths can share their gifts and passions, learn from each other, and feel empowered to speak about the issues they care about.”

The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
About 30 young people explored social justice issues, participated in leadership training, and shared their experiences at Model Youth Justice, a two-night retreat organized August 7 to 9 by Camp Micah in partnership with organizations such as Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Mary Ward Centre, and Kairos. 

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The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
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Hasina and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda gave a presentation on CJI-supported projects that support women in the Global South who are leading the way towards justice, equity, and sustainability. “The participants were inquisitive and engaged in the conversation, asking thoughtful questions and sharing insights that also made me reflect more deeply on the issues myself. I think that was one of the most meaningful parts of the experience for me.” The retreat “reminded me how important it is to create spaces where young people from multiple faiths can share their gifts and passions, learn from each other, and feel empowered to speak about the issues they care about.”

The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
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About 30 young people explored social justice issues, participated in leadership training, and shared their experiences at Model Youth Justice, a two-night retreat organized August 7 to 9 by Camp Micah in partnership with organizations such as Canadian Jesuits International (CJI), Mary Ward Centre, and Kairos. “It was an amazing and inspiring experience. I spent the weekend surrounded by brilliant young people who share a passion for social justice, advocacy, and creating change in their communities and globally,” said Hasina Qaderi, CJI summer intern, who attended the gathering. “It was really inspiring to see how passionate everyone was about different issues, from refugee rights, allyship and anti-oppression to gender issues and ecological justice.” Hasina and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda gave a presentation on CJI-supported projects that support women in the Global South who are leading the way towards justice, equity, and sustainability. “The participants were inquisitive and engaged in the conversation, asking thoughtful questions and sharing insights that also made me reflect more deeply on the issues myself. I think that was one of the most meaningful parts of the experience for me.” The retreat “reminded me how important it is to create spaces where young people from multiple faiths can share their gifts and passions, learn from each other, and feel empowered to speak about the issues they care about.” The event was held at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp and Retreat Centre in New Hamburg, Ont.
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A partner of Canadian Jesuits International, Comparte supports initiatives in rural areas (organic coffee, cocoa, banana, honey, garden plants, and other products; livestock.) and in urban areas (textile, crafts, footwear). 

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"Comparte" means to share—and since 2011, this Jesuit-led initiative in Latin America has been actively promoting alternatives to dominant economic models that often harm local communities and ecosystems. 

A partner of Canadian Jesuits International, Comparte supports initiatives in rural areas (organic coffee, cocoa, banana, honey, garden plants, and other products; livestock.) and in urban areas (textile, crafts, footwear). 

Compare promotes community agroecokogy and equity in leadership. Network members connect and share knowledge and resources, and team up with Jesuit universities to collaborate on research and training. 

Learn more, including how you can support the work of Comparte: Click link in bio to visit our website.
"Comparte" means to share—and since 2011, this Jesuit-led initiative in Latin America has been actively promoting alternatives to dominant economic models that often harm local communities and ecosystems. 

A partner of Canadian Jesuits International, Comparte supports initiatives in rural areas (organic coffee, cocoa, banana, honey, garden plants, and other products; livestock.) and in urban areas (textile, crafts, footwear). 

Compare promotes community agroecokogy and equity in leadership. Network members connect and share knowledge and resources, and team up with Jesuit universities to collaborate on research and training. 

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Happy Feast Day of Saint Ignatius! 

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Today, July 31, is the feast day of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus, who died on this day in 1556. "Saint Ignatius of Loyola and his companions did not fear uncertainty or difficulty; they went to the margins, where faith and reason intersected with new cultures and great challenges," Pope Leo XIV said in his address to the Major Superiors of the Society of Jesus on Oct. 24, 2025. Following in Saint Ignatius' footsteps, Jesuits "have long been present where humanity’s needs meet God’s saving love: through spiritual guidance, intellectual formation, service among the poor and Christian witness at cultural frontiers," Pope Leo added. Born Iñigo de Loyola to a family of Spanish nobility, Saint Ignatius abandoned his wordly ambitions when he experienced a desire to serve Jesus when he was recovering from a severe leg injury in the Battle of Pamplona in 1521. Taking vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience, Saint Ignatius and his followers would later help renew and modernize the Catholic church by spreading the Gospel around the world and standing with society's poor and marginalized. We at CJI are inspired and nurtured by Ignatian spirituality. As a Jesuit institution, we strive for greater ecological, social and economic justice, and peace, in the world. Our struggle for social justice and peace is rooted in our faith, which in turn strengthens our faith. One of Saint Ignatius' most influential contribution was the Spiritual Exercises, a four-week meditation and prayer to help people deepen their relationships with God. They formed the basis of spiritual retreat practices and today, remains influential in Jesuit spiritual formation and direction. May Saint Ignatius and his companions continue to inspire us to be a person for others. Photo of The Pilgrim at St. Louis University, Missouri, by the https://bit.ly/4wpeBrE Curia Communications Office
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We are deeply grateful to the clergy, staff, and parishioners of Chinese Martyrs Parish, in Markham, Ont.  for the warm welcome they extended to Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) during last weekend’s Mission Cooperative Sunday.  Thank you to the Rev. Zhijun (Stephen) Lu, pastor; the Rev. Andrew Jianwell Deng, associate pastor; the Rev. John Lizu Gan, associate pastor; and the Rev. Junwei (Michael) Hu, associate pastor. 
We also express our thanks to the Archdiocese of Toronto for including CJI in this program, which offers local Catholic communities the opportunity to learn about and support various church-based projects. CJI was able to share information about Jesuit-run projects it supports in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean. 
Our special thanks to Fr. Robert Wong, SJ, who spoke on behalf of CJI and urged parishioners to support these projects, particularly Jesu Ashram, in India, which provides free medical treatment and care to the poor, especially those living with leprosy and tuberculosis. 
Special thanks also to Sabrina Yung-Lau, a long-time CJI donor and volunteer, who kindly assisted  Fr. Robert and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda, and Jesuit Scholastic Dang Khoa Tran, who  also represented CJI.
We are deeply grateful to the clergy, staff, and parishioners of Chinese Martyrs Parish, in Markham, Ont.  for the warm welcome they extended to Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) during last weekend’s Mission Cooperative Sunday.  Thank you to the Rev. Zhijun (Stephen) Lu, pastor; the Rev. Andrew Jianwell Deng, associate pastor; the Rev. John Lizu Gan, associate pastor; and the Rev. Junwei (Michael) Hu, associate pastor. 
We also express our thanks to the Archdiocese of Toronto for including CJI in this program, which offers local Catholic communities the opportunity to learn about and support various church-based projects. CJI was able to share information about Jesuit-run projects it supports in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean. 
Our special thanks to Fr. Robert Wong, SJ, who spoke on behalf of CJI and urged parishioners to support these projects, particularly Jesu Ashram, in India, which provides free medical treatment and care to the poor, especially those living with leprosy and tuberculosis. 
Special thanks also to Sabrina Yung-Lau, a long-time CJI donor and volunteer, who kindly assisted  Fr. Robert and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda, and Jesuit Scholastic Dang Khoa Tran, who  also represented CJI.
We are deeply grateful to the clergy, staff, and parishioners of Chinese Martyrs Parish, in Markham, Ont.  for the warm welcome they extended to Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) during last weekend’s Mission Cooperative Sunday.  Thank you to the Rev. Zhijun (Stephen) Lu, pastor; the Rev. Andrew Jianwell Deng, associate pastor; the Rev. John Lizu Gan, associate pastor; and the Rev. Junwei (Michael) Hu, associate pastor. 
We also express our thanks to the Archdiocese of Toronto for including CJI in this program, which offers local Catholic communities the opportunity to learn about and support various church-based projects. CJI was able to share information about Jesuit-run projects it supports in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean. 
Our special thanks to Fr. Robert Wong, SJ, who spoke on behalf of CJI and urged parishioners to support these projects, particularly Jesu Ashram, in India, which provides free medical treatment and care to the poor, especially those living with leprosy and tuberculosis. 
Special thanks also to Sabrina Yung-Lau, a long-time CJI donor and volunteer, who kindly assisted  Fr. Robert and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda, and Jesuit Scholastic Dang Khoa Tran, who  also represented CJI.
We are deeply grateful to the clergy, staff, and parishioners of Chinese Martyrs Parish, in Markham, Ont.  for the warm welcome they extended to Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) during last weekend’s Mission Cooperative Sunday.  Thank you to the Rev. Zhijun (Stephen) Lu, pastor; the Rev. Andrew Jianwell Deng, associate pastor; the Rev. John Lizu Gan, associate pastor; and the Rev. Junwei (Michael) Hu, associate pastor. 
We also express our thanks to the Archdiocese of Toronto for including CJI in this program, which offers local Catholic communities the opportunity to learn about and support various church-based projects. CJI was able to share information about Jesuit-run projects it supports in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean. 
Our special thanks to Fr. Robert Wong, SJ, who spoke on behalf of CJI and urged parishioners to support these projects, particularly Jesu Ashram, in India, which provides free medical treatment and care to the poor, especially those living with leprosy and tuberculosis. 
Special thanks also to Sabrina Yung-Lau, a long-time CJI donor and volunteer, who kindly assisted  Fr. Robert and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda, and Jesuit Scholastic Dang Khoa Tran, who  also represented CJI.
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We are deeply grateful to the clergy, staff, and parishioners of Chinese Martyrs Parish, in Markham, Ont. for the warm welcome they extended to Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) during last weekend’s Mission Cooperative Sunday. Thank you to the Rev. Zhijun (Stephen) Lu, pastor; the Rev. Andrew Jianwell Deng, associate pastor; the Rev. John Lizu Gan, associate pastor; and the Rev. Junwei (Michael) Hu, associate pastor. We also express our thanks to the Archdiocese of Toronto for including CJI in this program, which offers local Catholic communities the opportunity to learn about and support various church-based projects. CJI was able to share information about Jesuit-run projects it supports in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our special thanks to Fr. Robert Wong, SJ, who spoke on behalf of CJI and urged parishioners to support these projects, particularly Jesu Ashram, in India, which provides free medical treatment and care to the poor, especially those living with leprosy and tuberculosis. Special thanks also to Sabrina Yung-Lau, a long-time CJI donor and volunteer, who kindly assisted Fr. Robert and CJI Outreach Coordinator Juan Camilo Poveda, and Jesuit Scholastic Dang Khoa Tran, who also represented CJI.
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Jas Sidhu, a medical student at McMaster University, recently joined Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) as part of the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Jas, who earned undergraduate and master’s degrees in political science from the University of Toronto, is “deeply interested” in understanding the impact of policy decisions on people’s health and that of their communities. 

Click link in bio to learn more about what Jas wants to accomplish at CJI.
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Jas Sidhu, a medical student at McMaster University, recently joined Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) as part of the Canada Summer Jobs program. Jas, who earned undergraduate and master’s degrees in political science from the University of Toronto, is “deeply interested” in understanding the impact of policy decisions on people’s health and that of their communities. Click link in bio to learn more about what Jas wants to accomplish at CJI.
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