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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 3d

The Jubilee of Migrants reminded us that migrants are missionaries of hope. But hope must also be made visible in the way we welcome.

The @jesuitrefugeeservice family began the Jubilee of Migrants and Refugees as pilgrims of hope.

Discover more: jrseurope.org/en/resource/...

#PathsOfHospitality

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 4d

Happy 10th Anniversary to JRS Hungary! 🎂
We celebrate a decade of hospitality in action in Hungary, transforming the lives of refugees and building bridges of welcome and integration.

JRS Hungary - Jezsuita Menekültszolgálat

#JRSHungary #10thAnniversary #JRS #RefugeesWelcome

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 12d

We launch SMART UA — a European project supporting the integration of Ukrainian refugees in 🇭🇺 🇷🇴 🇸🇰.
Focusing on housing & employment, we bring together NGOs, local authorities & universities for sustainable solutions.

👉 more here: jrseurope.org/en/smart-ua/

#SMARTUA #Inclusion

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 19d

JRS Europe joins a coalition of Christian organisations in a joint statement on the EU’s new returns proposal.

We call for policies that uphold human dignity, reject systematic detention, and prioritise voluntary, humane return.

Read the full statement: jrseurope.org/en/news/chri...

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 23d

🌍In Romania, JRS offers a holistic livelihood approach supporting refugees and vulnerable locals through vocational training, language classes, legal aid, and psychosocial care. With support from the Linsi Foundation.

🔗 Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/rest...

#Refugee #Integration

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 24d

Last week, JRS Europe welcomed the new Jesuit Provincials Fr. Ronny Alessio SJ, Fr. Gonzalo Villagrán SJ, and Fr. Pavel Bačo SJ. The visit was a chance to share our projects and reflect on the challenges and hopes for refugees in Europe.

full article: jrseurope.org/en/?post_typ...

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · 25d

"At the train station, a Slovak woman was waiting for us. She gave my daughter colouring books and even a houseplant. It was very touching," says Svetlana who fled to Slovakia.

🔗 Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/svet...

#WithRefugees #StandWithUkraine #DisplacementStories

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Sep 11

🌍In Portugal, JRS empowers refugees and migrants to build dignified futures through holistic livelihood programs.

Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/buil...

#JRS #Portugal #Livelihoods #WithRefugees #Integration #RefugeeEmpowerment #DignityInWork

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Sep 9

"JRS Romania is about more than just events and services — there’s a special atmosphere here," says Tetiana, 68, who fled Mykolaiv with her husband after a missile destroyed their home.

Read here: jrseurope.org/en/news/teti...

#JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #DisplacementStories

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Sep 8

Discover how JRS Europe Director Alberto Ares SJ fostered continental solidarity and strengthened discussions around hospitality as a fundamental response to forced migration during his recent visit to Argentina and Uruguay.

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#Hospitality #Migration #JRS

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Sep 4

🌍In Poland, JRS supports refugees and asylum seekers as they rebuild their lives with language, skills, and hope. Backed by the Linsi Foundation through the Livelihoods Project,

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#JRS #Poland #Livelihoods #WithRefugees #RefugeeSupport

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Sep 2

"Life at the care home is good — they treat me well, and the conditions are good." says Kateryna, the 84-year-old from Svitlychne.

Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/kate...

#WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 28

🌍In Malta, JRS supports refugees and asylum seekers in building dignified, stable futures, starting with language and leading to livelihoods.

Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/from...

#JRS #Malta #Livelihoods #WithRefugees #Integration #DignityInAction #RefugeeSupport

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 26

“Thanks to JRS and FHC, we’ve received tutoring, guidance, and community. I feel very accepted here,” Anna says.

🔗 Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/anna...

#WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 21

🌍In Athens, JRS Greece is empowering refugee women and families, especially single mothers and survivors of gender-based violence, through a holistic integration model.

Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/empo...

#JRS #Greece #Livelihoods #WomenEmpowerment #Integration #DignityInAction

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 19

"None of this would’ve been possible without the support and help of JRS Romania. this program truly felt like a miracle for us." says Inna.

🔗 Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/inna...

#WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 14

🗣 “JRS helped me understand what steps I needed to take. Without their support, I wouldn’t have been able to start training or plan for a better future.” Mena, now training as a care assistant in Berlin.

Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/inte...

#JRS #Livelihoods #Integration

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 12

"From the very beginning, we felt warmth and openness from the Polish people. For three years, we have encountered nothing but kindness and support."

🔗 Read the full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/lidi...

#WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 7

🌍 In France, JRS supports refugees and migrants in rebuilding their lives through tailored language training, career guidance, and partnerships with employers and universities.

Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/buil...

#JRS #France #Livelihoods #DignityInAction #Integration

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Aug 5

"We now feel at home in Hungary. We are deeply grateful — to the doctors, to JRS, and to everyone who’s helped." says Alina, who fled Ukraine to Hungary.

🔗 Read their full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/alin...

#WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #DisplacementStories

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Jul 31

🌍 In Croatia, the Livelihoods Project, supported by the Linsi Foundation, helps refugees and migrants navigate the road to employment, education, and dignity.

Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/empo...

#JRS #Croatia #Livelihoods #DignityInAction #RefugeesWelcome #WomenEmpowerment

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Jul 29

Her journey to safety was marked by fear — but also by moments of incredible kindness. In Lviv, with the support of JRS, she found shelter, dignity, and hope.

🔗 Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/olen...

#JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Jul 17

📢Europe stands with JRS Malta and aditus foundation in welcoming the latest report by the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture.

We reaffirm our commitment to advocating for dignity, justice, and legal safeguards.

📄Read the statement here: jrsmalta.org/aditus-and-j...

#HumanRights

JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Jul 16

In year 4 of the war in Ukraine, the Jesuits’ One Proposal has aided 144,370 people with shelter, education, legal aid & more.

🗓 Jan–May 2025: 16,654 supported
💶 €807,314 spent

🔗 Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/supp...

#OneProposal #RefugeeProtection

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JRS Europe @jrseurope.bsky.social · Jul 9

The EU's expanded "Safe Third Country" rules threaten the right to asylum and risk unlawful returns.

JRS Europe urges the EU to stop externalizing protection and uphold its legal & moral obligations.

full statement: jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-...

#Asylum #Refugees #HumanRights

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