Celebrating the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child: “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the frontlines of crisis” In this month of October AJAN Newsletter, we pause to honour girls and their vital role in shaping a better future. The International Day of the Girl
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Célébration des pèlerins de l'espoir ; voix des jeunes d'Afrique
This year, AJAN proudly celebrated outstanding young voices who emerged as winners of the AHAPPY Storytelling Youth Contest 2025, representing different corners of Africa but united by one common message inspired by St. Ignatian of Loyola to “Go forth and set the world on fire.” On 31 October 2025, the
Un vieux soutien-gorge pour un repas : sensibiliser au cancer du sein
The month of October is globally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a time to celebrate the strength of women, promote early detection, and encourage regular health checks. In this spirit, through the Integral Youth Development Program, we organized a creative and special dinner on the 29th of
Renforcer la collaboration : Rencontre avec les partenaires pour de nouveaux horizons.
On 29th October 2025, African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) Secretariat in Nairobi was thrilled to welcome Mr. Chris Lowney, Board Member of WittKieffer and renowned author of Heroic Leadership and several other influential books and articles. This inspiring gathering enriched the spirit of collaboration, bringing new horizons not only to
Semer l'espoir : JUC forme des animateurs pour prendre soin des arbres et des jeunes apprenants.
Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) on October 15th 2025, convened at its premises a workshop for onsite facilitators from its partner schools under the School Feeding and Environment Project, an initiative that combines environmental conservation with improved nutrition for vulnerable students in JUC’s partner schools. The session began with JUC programs
S'approprier leur histoire, façonner leur avenir : SJDP, au Kenya, incite les jeunes hommes à diriger avec détermination.
On 23rd October 2025, Saint Joseph Technical Senior School, Kangemi, came alive with an atmosphere of reflection, honesty, and brotherhood as the school held an inspiring Boys’ Forum under the theme “Own Your Story.” The session, facilitated by Br. Martin, brought together all male staff and students for an open
Transformer les demandeurs d'emploi en créateurs d'emplois : une mesure audacieuse pour lutter contre le chômage des jeunes au Rwanda.
As one of the field centres of the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), the Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) in Rwanda continues to embody AJAN’s mission of fostering life, dignity, and hope among Africa’s youth. In line with AJAN’s vision to nurture responsible, self-reliant, and value-driven youth, JUC has implemented the
La foi en action : autonomiser les jeunes pour un avenir sain et porteur d’espérance, Zimbabwe
On 18 October 2025, the Jesuit Youth Office brought together Catholic students from 10 tertiary institutions across Harare, Zimbabwe for a one-day workshop focusing on Mental Health and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). The event, held at the Sacred Heart Cathedral, was organized under the banner of the National
Développement intégral des jeunes : Former des leaders au service des autres.
The Integral Youth Development (IYD) Program under the Jesuit Chaplaincy Office in Harare, Zimbabwe directly aligns with AJAN’s mission to promote holistic transformation of young people through values-based formation and service. By nurturing faith-driven leadership grounded in Ignatian spirituality, the program equips youth with the knowledge, skills, and conscience needed
Les jardins scolaires comme oasis de protection de l’environnement : une initiative du Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC), Rwanda
Inspired by the Jesuit mission to serve faith and promote justice, Jesuit initiatives across Africa continue to respond to the cries of the poor and the needs of the earth. Guided by the four Jesuit Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAP), Jesuit works seek holistic solutions that nurture both people and planet.
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