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
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Fé em ação: capacitando os jovens para um futuro saudável e cheio de esperança, Zimbábue
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
Desenvolvimento Integral da Juventude: Formar Líderes para os Outros
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
Jardins escolares como oásis de proteção ambiental: uma iniciativa do Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC), Ruanda
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.
Edição de setembro da AJANews: Reflexão e planeamento da nossa visão comum
The September Edition of AJANews 2025 captures a defining moment for African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) — the AJAN General Assembly 2025, held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 22 to 26 September. This issue highlights the Assembly’s rich moments of reflection, strategic planning, and renewal of commitment to AJAN’s mission. From
Assembleia Geral da AJAN 2025 termina com compromisso e esperança renovados
“Linked for Life and Well-being. Promoting a culture of Care and Protection in a more just world” African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) General Assembly 2025 came to a close at Roussel House, Donum Dei, Nairobi, after five days of deep reflection, learning, and strategic discernment. Gathering under the theme “Linked
AJAN: Uma rede que discerne e abraça o seu crescimento.
Communication of the JCAM President at AJAN Assembly, Nairobi, September 2025 The Director of AJAN, Father Matambura, asked me to speak about strategy. I spent some time trying to understand what was expected of me. I believe AJAN, finding itself at a crossroads, wishes to listen to the captain that
Apoiar futuros sustentáveis: o JUC concede fundos iniciais a jovens empreendedores em Ruanda
On Thursday, October 2, 2025, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) gathered at its premises the beneficiaries of the 5th Cohort in the Youth Empowerment Program for a meeting on the next step in their entrepreneurial journeys — the Incubation Phase. The meeting brought together the youth and alumni of the program. Speaking
Reforçando Parcerias: uma visita frutífera dos Jesuítas Canadenses Internacionais (CJI)
In September 2025, the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) was honored to welcome Canadian Jesuits International (CJI) Executive Director, Jenny Cafiso, and International Programs Coordinator, Juan Emilio Hernandez, during their visit with Jesuit partners across Africa. Their time with us reflected not only the bonds of Jesuit collaboration but also
Assembleia Geral da AJAN 2025; Capacitação para a Missão Sustentável e Colaboração dentro da Rede AJAN
African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) General Assembly 2025, which took place in Nairobi, Kenya, brought together Jesuits, collaborators, and partners from across 17 countries in Africa to reflect, plan, and strengthen their shared mission. The Assembly, which ran from September 22 to 26, 2025, carried the theme “Linked for Life
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