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Canadian Jesuits International @wearecji.bsky.social · 28d

Representatives from @weareCJI @wearecji.bsky.social @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social visited the Mazzolari Teachers Training College in South Sudan, where Jesuits are training 150 teachers every year to fight illiteracy—especially among women & girls.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · 9d

For #WorldTeachersDay I think no better story can be told.

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World Teacher Day 2025: A Familiar Face - Irish Jesuits International

A revisit to St Peter Faber School in Akol Jal, South Sudan and Gabriel's inspiring story.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Sep 9

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World Charity Day 2025 - Irish Jesuits International

John Guiney SJ reflects on 80 years of Irish Jesuit mission and growth and how the future must have solidarity at its center.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Sep 9

#WorldLiteracyDay

A day to stand for #educationforall and support projects which recognise the importance of education and its role in peacebuilding!

See how we are empowering teachers in Maban South Sudan, like Stephen, to make powerful impacts in their communities!

Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Sep 9

#WorldCharityDay

Thanks to support like yours we can continue to transform lives TOGETHER.

💙To find out more, click the link in our bio

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Aug 25

We call on the government to:

Advocate for an immediate ceasefire & entry of aid.
Fully enact the Occupied Territories Bill
Stop the movement of ammunitions through Shannon.
Lead the way in holding the EU to account & end its hypocrisy in the face of genocide.

#Speirgorm
#Gaza #FreePalestine

Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Aug 19

To our readers & supporters we ask that you contact your local TDs for #WorldHumanitarianDay in honour of aid workers & to stand in solidarity with oppressed people to call our government to put words into action!

www.iji.ie/2025/08/19/a...

Action not words - Irish Jesuits International

We need action not words for real solidarity in defence or the defenceless. EU and world leaders must act to uphold international law.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Aug 21

Leaving No one Behind
@jrs.net

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A childhood robbed: Yaseen's Story - Irish Jesuits International

Follow Yaseen's story, a 13 year old boy who at such a young age is burdened with supporting his vulnerable family in Syria.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Aug 19

To our readers & supporters we ask that you contact your local TDs for #WorldHumanitarianDay in honour of aid workers & to stand in solidarity with oppressed people to call our government to put words into action!

www.iji.ie/2025/08/19/a...

Action not words - Irish Jesuits International

We need action not words for real solidarity in defence or the defenceless. EU and world leaders must act to uphold international law.

www.iji.ie

Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jul 30

#FriendshipDay

See how our solidarity & partnership overseas is making lasting impact!

www.iji.ie/2025/07/30/a...

A Journey of Shared Purpose: Echoes of Hope from Malawi - Irish Jesuits International

Martha from JCED Malawi writes about her visit to Ireland and climate action. See how our partnership for climate justice grows and grows!

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jul 15

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Youth Skills Day: Girls 4 Girls - Irish Jesuits International

See how you can support girls taking back their right to education and skill trainings that will empower them for the future!

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jul 15

#YouthSkillsDay

1 in every 5 of the world’s out-of-school children is in Nigeria but with YOUR support we can change those statistics!

Our Girls 4 Girls clubs are making lasting change empowering young people with skills, confidence and positive outlook for their futures! #EducationMatters

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jun 24

You can watch our conference in full on our YouTube channel which includes all our keynote speakers including: Irish Ambassador to Tanzania, Nicola Brennan, Leonard Chiti SJ, Provincial of the Jesuit Southern Africa Province & Martha Phiri, Deputy director of JCED Malawi.

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Irish Jesuits International – 80th Anniversary Conference | Solidarity with the Global South & East

YouTube video by Irish Jesuits International

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jun 24

80 Years of Men & Women for Others!

Our conference earlier this summer was not only a celebration of such a huge milestone but also a reflection on Irish mission and development work, both past and present, and where our future lies in partnership and solidarity 🌍

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Celebrating 80 Years of Irish Jesuits International

YouTube video by Irish Jesuits International

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jun 20

This #RefugeeDay - discover the stories of people, just like you and me, who having experienced the unimaginable are rebuilding their lives!

#WeSupport amazing people

Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jun 20

"Sometimes, the simple act of listening and being heard can bring comfort and healing, especially in times of profound loss and grief"

- Nadia, Sudanese refugee.

#RefugeeWeek #RefugeeStories

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The Power of Listening: Nadia's Story - Irish Jesuits International

This Refugee Week follow Nadia's story of heartbreak and loss and how through a kind listening ear - she began rebuilding her life.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jun 19

#RefugeeWeek

“Accompaniment is to be with, to be radically in solidarity with our sisters and brothers… whoever we are, whatever religion we are, whatever our background is, wherever we come from ... and therefore worth being with as sisters and brothers”

Dan Corrou SJ

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Refugee Week: Accompanying those in Need - Irish Jesuits International

Refugee week: Dan Corrou SJ talks about creating safe havens for displaced families and how this work couldn't be possible without solidarity

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · Jun 9

This week we spotlight Emmanuel, one of our development partners in South Sudan, share how radio is sparking conversations across the country about plastic and its harm to our waterways and environment.

#EnvironmentDay #EndPlasticPollution #ClimateActionNow

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Radio For Change: Environment Day - Irish Jesuits International

See how radio is building awareness about the environmental damage of plastic in communities across South Sudan.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · May 26

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · May 26

UN Humanitarian chief has said that 14,000 babies would starve to death in #Gaza

If we're a country which stands to protect human rights & uphold international law - sanctions & tangible action must be made, as we had done before in reaction to apartheid in South Africa

#Palestine #ceasefirenow

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JCFJustice @jcfjustice.bsky.social · May 23

@irishjesuitsint.bsky.social Shane Daly, launching the celebration of the 80th anniversary of @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social - an organisation exploring new pathways of solidarity with the Global South and East

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · May 16

See how bicycles are changing lives in South Sudan. Follow teacher Martin's incredible story for #bikeweek

#refugeestories

Bicycles changing lives: Martin’s Journey - Irish Jesuits International

See how bicycles are changing the lives of teachers in refugee camps in South Sudan. Follow Martin's incredible story for bike week.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · May 16

For #BikeWeek we have spotlighted two stories showing the massive impact the humble bicycle can make in marginalized communities from climate action in Malawi to teacher supports in South Sudan

There's more to a bike than meets the eye! 🚴‍♂️

Bike Week 2025 - Irish Jesuits International

For Bicycle week see how bikes are making a huge impact for climate action in Malawi from eco-stoves to sustainable farming.

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · May 16

Thanks a million for hosting us!

So much inspiration for putting the action into #climateaction

JCFJustice @jcfjustice.bsky.social · May 16

We had the absolute pleasure of hosting Martha Phiri of JCED Malawi (www.jcedmalawi.org ) with @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social.

She came in and shared how they work alongside the communities as they combat climate change. Promoting care for creation and grassroots work for a more sustainable future!

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Irish Jesuits International @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social · May 12

Clare from @miseancara.bsky.social met with Martha Phiri from the Jesuit Centre for Ecology & Development (JCED) in Malawi.

JCED do amazing work around climate action & building green business to empower & support marginalized communities.

Watch this space as Clare's interview will go live soon!

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JCFJustice @jcfjustice.bsky.social · May 12

This Friday together with @irishjesuitsint.bsky.social we get to welcome Martha Phiri, deputy director of JCED in Malawi! She is joining us from 12-1:30 to share some of the amazing ecology work she does there. If you are interested please email [email protected]

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