On the peaceful hills of Bujumbura, a discreet yet powerful and transformative voice works each day to restore the dignity of human life, especially for the most vulnerable. The Association of Jesuit Fathers of Burundi/Service Yezu Mwiza (APJB/SYM) is a non-profit organization and a socio-medical center operating under the authority
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Empowering Youth Through Skills: 2025 Vocation and Skills Acquisition Program Begins at Holy Family Catholic Parish, Liberia
The 2025 Vocation and Skills Acquisition Program at Holy Family Catholic Parish in Caldwell, Monrovia, Liberia, was officially rolled out in the month of May. The training began with the Mass of the Holy Spirit held at Holy Family Catholic Church, the Mass served as the spiritual opening for the
AACOSE 8; Showcasing Strength of Youth-led innovation in designing scalable and sustainable solutions
Following African Jesuit AIDS Network-JCAM participation at the 8th edition of the Annual Africa Conference on Social Entrepreneurship (AACOSE) that was held from May 14th to 16th, 2025, at Tangaza University, Nairobi, Kenya, we had the opportunity to showcase a range of inspiring youth-led innovations rooted in the principles of
Empowering youth for a hope-filled future: Insights from the NMCS Easter conference 2025
As part of the youth-led initiatives supported by the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), volunteers from the Integral Youth Development Program participated in the National Movement of Catholic Students (NMCS) Easter Conference held from April 17–21, 2025, at Shungu High School. This annual gathering united 300 Catholic students from tertiary
Lenacapavir Explained: A Breakthrough in HIV Prevention Medicine
Nearly 40 million people live with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, according to estimates from the World Health Organization. Each year, 1.3 million more people are newly diagnosed. Worldwide, the WHO estimates that roughly 31 million people take antiretroviral medications to prevent further transmission of the virus. A newly
Saint Aloysius Gonzaga: Patron of Hope and Service in AJAN’s Mission
Today, June 21, we celebrate the life of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga. Born in Castiglione delle Stiviere, Lombardy, at a very young age he decided to leave richness behind to dedicate his life to God. He joined the Society of Jesus and stood out for his deep devotion. In 1591, during
AACOSE 8; AN AFRICAN IMMERSION AT THE HEART OF YOUTH AND SOCIAL INNOVATION.
From May 14 to 16, 2025, I had the unique opportunity to represent Centre Arrupe, Madagascar and the youth trained by AJAN (African Jesuit AIDS Network) at the 8th edition of AACOSE – the Annual Africa Conference on Social Entrepreneurship – held at Tangaza University in Nairobi, Kenya. This pan-African
AHAPPY Program: Empowering Missionaries to Journey with the Marginalized in Compassion and Hope
From April 14th to 16th, 2025, we had the privilege of participating in a transformative training organized by AJAN at St. Peter Canisius in Kimwenza. As Mistress of Novices, I witnessed firsthand how this formation deeply enriched both our personal lives and our missionary outlook. The sessions served as a
AHAPPY ToT: Impressions from the Rector of Saint Pierre Canisius Jesuit Scholasticate, Kinshasa (DRC)
Scholasticat Jésuite Saint Pierre Canisius, is blessed with a vibrant community of young Jesuit scholastics—critical thinkers who are bold, alert, and always ready to question and engage deeply with the world around them. It was with great joy and anticipation that we welcomed the Director of AJAN, Father Ismaël Matambura,
Promoting Social Entrepreneurship through Stories of Impact: Alumni Inspire New JUC Entrepreneurs
Friday May 9th 2025, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) held a vibrant and inspiring incubation meeting at its premises, bringing together selected youth beneficiaries from the 4th cohort training, and successful alumni of the Youth Empowerment Project. The gathering was part of JUC’s continued support for young entrepreneurs as they transition from
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