Throughout May and early June 2025, the Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) conducted a series of school visits to monitor the continued implementation of the AHAPPY Generation Program in various partner schools across Rwanda. These visits aimed to assess progress, encourage students, and strengthen the impact of the value-based youth formation
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The Contribution of Medicine to the Restoration of Human Dignity by Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM), Burundi
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
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
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 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
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