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
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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 Storytelling Youth Contest 2025
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13) Following the success of last year’s AHAPPY(AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Program for the Youth) Storytelling Youth Contest, the African
AHAPPY Formed in Us the Will to Be Present Among the Poor and the Marginalized
Participating in the AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Program for the Youth (AHAPPY) training of trainers at Kimwenza, DRC, was a deeply enriching experience for both of us as novices. The three days of formation opened our eyes to many aspects of personal growth and our future missionary responsibilities. Personally,
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,
AJAN at AACOSE 8: Advancing Faith-Based Social Entrepreneurship for a Sustainable Africa
The African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) was proud to be a partner in the eighth edition of the Annual Africa Conference on Social Entrepreneurship (AACOSE 8), held at Tangaza University in Nairobi, Kenya from 14th to 16th May 2025. This year’s edition brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including
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
The Intergenerational Bridge: A Story of Understanding, Growth, and Sustainability at Alfajiri College, DRC
At the heart of a bustling academic auditorium at Alfajiri College in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) a crowd of eager young people, educators, and elders gathered for a pivotal conference titled: “The Intergenerational Conflict: Understanding Today’s Youth and Their Unique Characteristics — How to Harness Their Contributions
Pope Francis: A courageous Pastor touching the mind and the heart.
A courageous Pastor touching the mind and the heart. Pope Francis has been inspiring for me. By his life and words, he was able to touch not only the mind but also the heart. Francis is that Pastor who uses metaphor to connect well with human real experience. His messages,
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