Retired President of @jrsusa, supporter and partner of displaced families, background in int'l #humanitarian work and #Catholic social teaching. RT ≠ endorse
Lovely day meeting a friend at Washington’s Union Station. Lots of families and individual travelers and a nice craft market. All being guarded by armed US military. How/when did we turn into a military state?
Continue to #EmpowerHer with us! JRS’s comprehensive programs for refugee women and girls makes sure those in our community have access to quality education, protection, and livelihoods opportunities.
Join us here: https://t.co/EHqpGLj7FI
Pray with JRS/USA and other Jesuit organizations to Our Lady of Good Counsel for her guidance as we continue our mission of accompanying migrants at the border and in the interior of the US.
Our colleagues @ColombiaJRS and @JRSLAC have produced a beautiful video series documenting their successful livelihoods programs.
I invite you to watch the first video here: https://t.co/4a9sLz4Hsc
On Tuesday, JRS/USA hosted Advocacy Day! Over 200 participants joined from around the country to speak with their representatives about issues affecting refugees. I am so proud of this greater JRS community and their commitment to being changemakers.
https://t.co/TIhAPHHrMh
Last week, my colleagues at @JRS_MENA honored the 10-year memorial of Fr. Frans, a remarkable Jesuit priest whose dedication to serving others left an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Watch “Remembering Fr. Frans” here: https://t.co/AvFioaOrns
Heartbreakingly, today marks one year since the war broke out in Sudan. 9 million people have been displaced, making it the most severe displacement crisis globally. Join JRS/USA in supporting survivors and creating pathways to healing.
https://t.co/wJ6mGp5jph
Like many of you, I am deeply concerned about the impacts of climate change on our earth and communities. Our JRS offices respond to people displaced by climate disasters around the world. Hear their stories in Change the Tide, our April email series:
https://t.co/K8KLjHirob
Women’s History Month might have passed, but we are still diligently accompanying displaced women and girls. Join us and make schools more accessible, raise awareness in communities, and create more career opportunities.
https://t.co/q5jiCk5mHs
I am so proud of the work of JRS Nigeria. With the support of JRS/USA, the team provides education and hygiene support to about 400 students in an IDP camp.
“The arrival of JRS…was a dream come true for me,” the head teacher said.
https://t.co/6gtXpyPB98
JRS/USA has announced Kelly Ryan will take over as President as I prepare to enter my retirement in May. I am overjoyed to see JRS/USA moving forward in such a positive direction and I am thrilled that Kelly will be at the helm.
Read more here: https://t.co/ITgqgx430o
Refugees fleeing Sudan still need our help, support, and prayers as the news focuses on different situations of displacement. Visit JRS/USA’s Sudan Action page to see how you can get involved: https://t.co/TYmPvn1MbA
This April, JRS/USA is hosting a four-part email series focused on climate change and resulting displacement. Join us to hear real stories of impact, gain valuable resources, and take action.
Sign up here: https://t.co/2KMRFX6g3o
As Easter draws near, I am thrilled to share JRS’s 2024 Easter Prayer card. Download a copy and pray with us for a more welcoming world: https://t.co/063e8dGXjw
In my time at JRS/USA I have met so many incredible women and girls. I encourage you to join me this spring and #EmpowerHer.
Learn more here: https://t.co/bcZElDfIrq
Take action with JRS/USA by Friday, March 22nd to prevent cuts to lifesaving refugee assistance programs.
Send your message here: https://t.co/aicxEWWQqD
Today we somberly mark 13 years since the outbreak of war in Syria. We pray for peace in the country and that those affected by the violence be met with necessary programs and support.
Learn how you can support JRS Syria: https://t.co/Ay6vQ67ydq
In January, my colleagues in the West Africa and Great Lakes Region shared their wishes for the JRS community in 2024. See below a few of their hopes and goals.