Ismael Matambura - AJAN

Autonomiser les jeunes grâce aux compétences : le programme d'acquisition de vocations et de compétences 2025 débute à la paroisse catholique de la Sainte-Famille, au Libéria.

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 ; Mettre en valeur la force de l'innovation menée par les jeunes dans la conception de solutions évolutives et durables

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

Donner aux jeunes les moyens de se construire un avenir plein d'espoir : Réflexions tirées de la conférence de Pâques 2025 du NMCS

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 Louis de Gonzague : patron de l’espérance et du service dans la mission d’AJAN

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 ; UNE IMMERSION AFRICAINE AU CŒUR DE LA JEUNESSE ET DE L'INNOVATION SOCIALE.

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

Programme HAPPY : Donner aux missionnaires les moyens d'accompagner les personnes marginalisées dans la compassion et l'espoir

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 du recteur du scolasticat jésuite Saint-Pierre Canisius, Kinshasa (RDC)

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,

Promouvoir l'entrepreneuriat social à travers des histoires d'impact : les anciens élèves inspirent les nouveaux entrepreneurs de la JUC

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

Le pont intergénérationnel : une histoire de compréhension, de croissance et de durabilité au Collège Alfajiri, en RDC

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

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