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- [Welcome address by Erik De Bom at 15th ELP graduation](https://jesc.eu/welcome-address-by-erik-de-bom-at-15th-elp-graduation/) - Dear ELP-fellows, Dear esteemed guests, Dear friends, As an organization that is closely connected to the ELP programme and proudly supports its mission, it is always a pleasure to join your celebrations and to say a few words on behalf of UCSIA, the University Centre Saint Ignatius Antwerp, at this graduation ceremony. Earlier today, I
- [Keynote speech by European Ombudswoman Teresa Anjinho at 15th ELP graduation](https://jesc.eu/keynote-speech-european-ombudswoman/) - This speech is also published on the European Ombudsman website. Good afternoon, everyone, It is a real pleasure to be here, and I am very grateful for your invitation. Thank you, Filipe Martins, Director of JESC, for bringing us together on this important occasion. I also promised myself that I would keep my remarks short - which is
- [Food Security, Climate Protection and Social Justice in EU Agriculture: Dialogue on the Future of Land Use and the Common Agricultural Policy](https://jesc.eu/food-security-climate-protection/) - On 22 June 2026, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC), together with the European Laudato Si’ Alliance (ELSiA), hosted a dialogue at the European Parliament on the future of European agriculture and land use. The event, hosted by MEP Manuela Ripa (EPP, DE) brought together policymakers, environmental advocates, and representatives of the farming community to
- [Resuming our rhythm with new activities](https://jesc.eu/resuming-our-rhythm-with-new-activities/) - Last Tuesday JESC observed the Feast of St. Matthew who is is chiefly remembered for his humility as well as his ‘courage to embrace the possibility of what he could become’, as described by our colleagues at Discerning Leadership. In observance of this day we remained thankful for our work and the opportunities that have
- [Leadership Style, Gender, and Compassion](https://jesc.eu/leadership-style-gender-and-compassion/) - There is a growing body of evidence which suggests that leadership styles differ when it comes to what gender that leader might be. The Pew Research Center has put forward evidence that while both men and women agree that some character traits are essential to holders of leadership roles, namely: honesty, intelligence, organisation, and decisiveness.
- [The Leadership Message of the Ignatius Year 2021](https://jesc.eu/the-leadership-message-of-the-ignatius-year-2021/) - The theme of this year’s Ignatius Year – which also marks the 500th anniversary of the conversion of St. Ignatius of Loyola’s– is one of renewal. More principally, the Jesuits are reaffirming their ability to seeing all things new in Christ. This adage of seeing all things new in Christ can also carry through to
- [Edmond Grace SJ: a new stage in his collaboration with JESC](https://jesc.eu/edmond-grace-sj-a-new-stage-in-his-collaboration-with-jesc/) - Creative, sensitive, empathic, visionary, artistic, committed, kind-and-big-hearted, an inspirational speaker and writer… That’s Edmond Grace SJ. That’s JESC’s outgoing Secretary for Ecology, who this week has returned to his beloved Ireland. With Law degrees from Trinity College, Dublin and Columbia University, prior to joining JESC in late 2018, Edmond was an advisor to the Irish
- [EP event: Food Security, Climate Protection and Social Justice in EU Agriculture](https://jesc.eu/ep-jun2026-event/) - A dialogue on the future of land use, justice, and the Common Agricultural Policy Monday 22.Jun, 16.00-18.00, Hosted by MEP Manuela Ripa European Parliament, Brussels - Altiero Spinelli Building, Room 5F385 Registration for the in-person participation here (no longer possible for those who don't possess an EP badge), and for webstreaming here (the Webex link
- [Hope in Climate and the Human Experience of the World](https://jesc.eu/hope-in-climate-and-the-human-experience-of-the-world/) - Public debates about climate change often appear deeply polarised because people do not experience the same physical world in the same way. Scientific institutions speak in the language of global averages, satellite measurements and long-term climate models, while ordinary people – many scientists included – interpret reality primarily through their own bodily experience. If someone
- [Caring for Creation in Sardinia: The Church Tested by Integral Ecology](https://jesc.eu/caring-for-creation-in-sardinia-the-church-tested-by-integral-ecology/) - Caring for Creation in Sardinia: The Church Tested by Integral Ecology “The work of the Church seeks not only to remind everyone of the duty to care for nature, but at the same time “she must above all protect mankind from self-destruction”: thus Pope Francis states in Laudato Si’, inviting each person and the whole Church
- [Welcome address by Erik De Bom at 14th ELP graduation](https://jesc.eu/welcome-address-by-erik-de-bom-at-14th-elp-graduation/) - ELP Graduation February 2026 Dear Monseigneur, Dear ELP fellows, Dear friends, Big party! Today marks the completion of your formation as European Leaders, that is to say, the formal conclusion of your enrolment in the European Leadership Programme (ELP) organized by JESC. As is almost self-evident, this formation is a lifelong endeavour and commitment.
- [Intergenerational Fairness Strategy: a cautious first step](https://jesc.eu/intergenerational-fairness-strategy-a-cautious-first-step/) - The European Commission has just published its first-ever Strategy on Intergenerational Fairness. This is a moment we have worked towards for years. The Future Generations Initiative — a coalition of civil society organisations jointly coordinated by JESC and The Good Lobby — campaigned for the establishment of a Commissioner responsible for Future Generations, contributed to
- [Keynote speech by Mgr Bernardito Auza at 14th ELP graduation](https://jesc.eu/keynote-speech-by-mgr-bernardito-auza-at-14th-elp-graduation/) - Dear Father Felipe, dear friends, Father Felipe told me that the Fellows of the European Leadership Program live in a shared community. I hope he is not converting them to become Jesuits and nuns! But don’t worry. I myself lived in big communities as a high school and university student from 1973 to 1990, in
- [Acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize Award to the European Union](https://jesc.eu/acceptance-of-the-nobel-peace-prize-award-to-the-european-union/) - Address by Herman Van Rompuy, President of the European Council & José Manuel Durão Barroso, President of the European Commission at the acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize Award to the European Union/Oslo “From war to peace: a European tale” 10 December 2012 Speech of President Van Rompuy Your Majesties, Your Royal Highnesses, Heads of
- [Europe cannot act: Adapting to climate change](https://jesc.eu/europe-cannot-act-adapting-to-climate-change/) - There is no time like the present to discuss the issues surrounding adaptation to climate change. With the Multiannual Financial Framework for 2014–2020 currently being negotiated, and with the European Commission working on an EU adaptation strategy which is anticipated to be published in March 2013, the publication of an issue paper by the European
- [Initiatives législatives américaine et européenne dans le secteur minier en République Démocratique du Congo](https://jesc.eu/initiatives-legislatives-americaine-et-europeenne-dans-le-secteur-minier-en-republique-democratique-du-congo-article-publie-dans-la-revue-europe-infos-de-la-comece/) - La Commission européenne étudie l'opportunité et le contenu d'une législation européenne relative aux minerais « du sang » susceptibles de financer et faire durer des conflits armés dans diverses régions du monde. En 2010, le Congrès américain a adopté une loi relative aux ressources minières en provenance du Congo et des pays limitrophes qui, dans sa section
- [King Leopold's mines](https://jesc.eu/king-leopolds-mines/) - In many ways the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is an extraordinary country. It is larger than all the countries of Western Europe put together, and has a population of almost 69 million. As a colony of Belgium it was considered to be the granary of Africa, because of its rich soil and its climate
- [Funding of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs): EU democracy at a crossroads?](https://jesc.eu/funding-of-civil-society-organisations-csos-eu-democracy-at-a-crossroads/) - Earlier JESC articles already covered the NGO funding “scandal” which has shaken Brussels for more than a year now. As the scrutiny working group on NGO funding of the European Parliament has already met for the third time, we offer you a longer take on the root of the crisis and why we see it
- [First meeting of the European Parliament’s working group on the scrutiny of NGOs’ funding](https://jesc.eu/first-meeting-of-the-european-parliaments-working-group-on-the-scrutiny-of-ngos-funding/) - The European Parliament’s working group on the scrutiny of NGOs’ funding held its first meeting on November 26th, in Strasbourg. The working group was established before the summer under the umbrella of the Budgetary Control Committee, to investigate allegations of collusion between Green NGOs and the European Commission. For more than a year now, MEPs
- [A brief assessment of COP30](https://jesc.eu/a-brief-assessment-of-cop30/) - Most media outlets have painted a disastrous picture of the thirtieth COP, held this year in Belém, Brazil—on the edge of both the Amazon rainforest and the ocean. Yet, when examined more carefully, the overall picture is less bleak than it first appears. Not only because the atmosphere in both the green and blue zones
- [Publication: European Union law for Future Generations: what, why and how?](https://jesc.eu/publication-european-union-law-for-future-generations-what-why-and-how/) - We are pleased to share a new policy paper from the Future Generations Initiative, European Union Law for Future Generations: what, why and how?, authored by Katalin Sulyok (Durham University) and Béla Kuslits (JESC). The paper outlines how Intergenerational Fairness can be embedded in EU governance as the Commission prepares its first EU Strategy on
- [A personal wrap-up of COP30](https://jesc.eu/a-personal-wrap-up-of-cop30/) - The conclusion of COP30 followed a dramatic twenty-four hours when a fire, caused by a blown fuse, broke out at the venue on Thursday afternoon, briefly pausing negotiations. The timing was poor; most delegations were due to depart on Saturday night, leading to a tense and dramatic rush to conclude proceedings. While the final document
- [COP30 Blue Zone Press Conference - Jesuits for Climate Justice](https://jesc.eu/cop30-press-conference/) - At the end of the crucial COP30 in Belém, the Jesuits for Climate Justice held an official press conference in the Blue Zone, issuing a clear moral and scientific call to action around the four pillars of the COP30 campaign. The video of the press conference is available on the official UNFCCC website here
- [Jesuits for Climate Justice COP30 Get-together events](https://jesc.eu/cop30-get-together/) - As part of the Jesuits for Climate Justice – Faith in Action at COP30 campaign, we warmly invite all COP30 participants, partners, and friends of the Jesuit network to join our informal Get-togethers in Belém, Brazil. These gatherings are meant to bring together members of Jesuit institutions, allies, and collaborators for community, reflection, and encouragement
- [Publication:  Constitutional Protections for Future Generations among EU Member States](https://jesc.eu/publication-constitutional-protections-for-future-generations-among-eu-member-states/) - We are pleased to release a new study titled “Constitutional Protections for Future Generations among EU Member States”, authored by Thomas Belderbos, postgraduate student of International Law at University College London, during his internship at JESC. The research analyses how 15 EU Member States have embedded the protection of future generations within their constitutions, exploring
- [Publication: Impact Assessment for Intergenerational Fairness](https://jesc.eu/publication-impact-assessment-for-intergenerational-fairness/) - Intergenerational Fairness has emerged as a new priority in the European Union with the appointment of the first-ever EU Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Sport and Culture. The Commission has tasked the new portfolio with ensuring that decisions “are taken with future generations in mind” and “do no harm to future generations.” This publication brings
- [Advancing Sustainability in Jesuit Schools: Insights from a Three-School Pilot](https://jesc.eu/advancing-sustainability-in-jesuit-schools-insights-from-a-three-school-pilot/) - On 18 November 2025, Jesuit European Committee for Primary and Secondary Education (JECSE) and the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) hosted an online webinar titled “Advancing Sustainability in Jesuit Schools: The Experience of a Three-School Pilot Project”. The event brought together members of the Jesuit Global Network of Schools (JGNS) and other religious education networks
- [Webinar "Advancing Sustainability in Jesuit Schools"](https://jesc.eu/schools2025/) - On November 18, from 15:00 to 16:30 CET, the Jesuit European Committee for Primary and Secondary Education (JECSE) and JESC will host an online webinar titled “Advancing Sustainability in Jesuit Schools – Designing the ecological transition as a common challenge”. This webinar is an opportunity for educators, school leaders, Education Delegates, Global Citizenship coordinators, Jesuit
- [Dilexi Te: Pope Leo's call to love the poor in spirit and action](https://jesc.eu/dilexi-te-pope-leos-call-to-love-the-poor-in-spirit-and-action/) - On October 4th, feast of saint Francis of Assisi, Pope Leo published his first Apostolic exhortation, “Dilexi te” (I Have Loved You), dedicated to the centrality of love for the poor in the Church’s life and, hopefully, in the life of any christian. The title echoes Pope Francis' last text (“Dilexit nos”), for a good
- [Learning how to navigate the present](https://jesc.eu/navigate-the-present/) - Being able to look into the future is a primeval fantasy, one that remains confined to the undertakings of pensive quantum mechanics and sci-fi enthusiasts. However, on the previous Wednesday evening, once the Zoom application on our laptop screens illuminated, we were granted unique insights into the times that are soon to come. Alessandro Da
- [Future Generations Conference 2024: Shaping tomorrow today](https://jesc.eu/future-generations-conference-2024/) - In response to the urgent challenges of our time and aligned with the ongoing Future Generations Initiative, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC), in collaboration with Université Catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) and the University of Barcelona, organised a Future Generations Conference on October 3rd at UCLouvain’s Brussels campus. The event provided a platform for interdisciplinary
- [Europe@Heart 2025 weekend on the "green transition"](https://jesc.eu/europeheart-2025-weekend-on-the-green-transition/) - ‘If we leave it to people, it will be too little. If we leave it to policy, it will be too late.’ The Europe@Heart 2025 weekend happening in Namur (Sept 19-21) brought together policy experts, spiritual leaders, civil society, and both young and established professionals interested in the green transition. The biggest threat and opportunity
- [The Green Transition at Heart](https://jesc.eu/europe-at-heart-2025/) - The Green Transition at Heart Europe@Heart 2025 weekend 19th to 21st September 2025, Jesuit retreat centre La Pairelle (Namur) Concept This weekend is for people who care deeply about Europe, think about its future - and may disagree on important matters. Our disagreements reveal values, experiences, bitter and hopeful perspectives. If we can find a
- [A call for unity, falling on deaf ears?](https://jesc.eu/a-call-for-unity-falling-on-deaf-ears/) - On Wednesday, 10th September, Ursula von der Leyen delivered her annual State of the Union speech, the first of her second term as President of the European Commission. She styled it as a call to unity for a Union embattled, fighting for an independent place in a hostile world. If her previous exercise, in September
- [A conversation with Ciara Murphy](https://jesc.eu/a-conversation-with-ciara-murphy/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Edmond Grace, Secretary for Ecology at JESC, interviews Dr. Ciara Murphy, the Environmental Policy Advocate at the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Dublin and member of the Ecojesuit-Europe. Ciara is currently conducting a series of consultations with Jesuits, lay workers and volunteers at part of the planning process for a
- [Happy Saint Ignatius' 2025 Feast](https://jesc.eu/happy-saint-ignatius-2025-feast/) - JESC happily celebrates, on this 31st July, the life and works of Ignatius of Loyola, a Basque noble who lived in the agitated XVI century, led an adventurous life that made him travel all over Europe, and ended up as the founder of the Jesuits, the biggest religious order of the Catholic Church with currently
- [A victory for Climate Justice: Ruling from the International Court of Justice](https://jesc.eu/a-victory-for-climate-justice-ruling-from-the-international-court-of-justice/) - Yesterday marked a historic moment in the fight for climate justice. The International Court of Justice delivered its advisory opinion on states' climate obligations, and the message is clear: climate action is not optional, it is a legal obligation. After years of advocacy and legal proceedings, the world's highest court has now provided unprecedented clarity
- [Keynote speech by Otilia Dhand at the 13th ELP graduation](https://jesc.eu/keynote-speech-by-otilia-dhand-at-13th-elp-graduation/) - Good evening, everyone, I’m a bit nervous tonight. You see, previous ELP graduation speakers include the former President of the European Commission, Jose Manuel Barroso; Klaus Welle, the former secretary general of the European parliament; and the former editor-in-chief of Politico, Shéhérazade Semsar-de Boisséson. And chairmen of boards of directors, politicians and diplomats of the
- [Our daily bread: sustainable food for all](https://jesc.eu/our-daily-bread-sustainable-food-for-all/) - Food and agriculture in the EU Brussels is loud from the debates around the Nature Restoration Law these weeks and there is more to come: the European Commission just published another piece on Healthy Soils and works on a law for Sustainable Food Systems. It sounds technical, but all of these touch on one of
- [Our Daily Bread: Cultivating Sustainable Food Systems](https://jesc.eu/food-systems/) - Join us at 14:00 on Thursday 25 January 'Our Daily Bread: Cultivating Sustainable Food Systems’. This webinar will introduce JESC Ecology’s latest initiative on sustainable food systems: Our Daily Bread. This initiative so far has researched and recognised over 150 faith based organisations across the 27 EU member states which work on sustainable food systems
- [Our Daily Bread: A Webinar on Faith-Based Organizations Spearheading Sustainable Food Policy in Europe](https://jesc.eu/our-daily-bread-a-webinar-on-faith-based-organizations-spearheading-sustainable-food-policy-in-europe/) - The Our Daily Bread webinar, on January 25th 2024, provided a deep dive into the crucial role played by Faith Based Organisations (FBOs) in shaping sustainable agriculture across Europe. The starting point for the conversation was the conclusion of the research project that was carried out in the second half of 2023 by JESC. Béla
- [Faith Organisations and Food Policy: a new research report from JESC](https://jesc.eu/faith-organisations-and-food-policy-a-new-research-report-from-jesc/) - What does faith have to do with food policy? Extensively, concludes the latest research report from JESC. Faith-Based Organizations and European Food Policy is the result of research that began in July 2023 and sought to examine the involvement of faith based organisations across the European Union and their involvement in sustainable agriculture and food
- [Our Daily Bread Network Launches in Brussels](https://jesc.eu/our-daily-bread-network-launches-in-brussels/) - This article was originally published on the 'Our Daily Bread' (ODB) network's webpage at ourdailybreadnetwork.eu The 14th and 15th of January 2025 marked a significant milestone for ‘Our Daily Bread’, with the network’s first-ever summit being held and the initiative officially launched in Brussels. The events started with an internal summit at the Maison Notre-Dame
- [Facing Catastrophic Climate Change](https://jesc.eu/facing-catastrophic-climate-change-i-look-for-hope/) - An important scientific article was published a few weeks ago by a group of leading climate scientists. The title already tells its significance and shows that quite possibly we are at a turning point in climate change. Global Warming Has Accelerated: Are the United Nations and the Public Well-Informed? “Global temperature leaped more than 0.4°C
- [A Lasting Legacy: Pope Francis and Ecology](https://jesc.eu/a-lasting-legacy-pope-francis-and-ecology/) - Many will recall 13 March 2013, the day Pope Francis was elected, with great clarity. I was still at school and remember perfectly how lost for words our Jesuit chaplain was when, after the TV showed the white smoke, a Jesuit by the name of Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio appeared. The next surprise came soon after
- [Pope Leo XIV's commitment to resilient Food Systems and Care for Creation](https://jesc.eu/pope-leo-xivs-commitment-to-resilient-food-systems-and-care-for-creation/) - In his address to the 44th Conference of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) taking place in Rome June 28 - July 4, Pope Leo XIV has warned that the world is drifting ever further from the 2030 target of achieving zero hunger. A goal now imperiled by conflict, injustice, and environmental degradation.
- [SB62 Bonn Climate Meetings: A Jesuit presence at crucial climate talks](https://jesc.eu/sb62-a-jesuit-presence-at-crucial-climate-talks/) - Last week's SB62 Bonn Climate Meetings, the annual UNFCCC climate conference held each June, marked a significant first: the Society of Jesus sent a coordinated delegation to participate in this crucial event, which serves as the halfway point between COPs. This pioneering Jesuit delegation, including Colm Fahy (JESC, Brussels), Cristóbal Emilfork SJ (University of California),
- [Ignatian Social Thinking week on the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si'](https://jesc.eu/ignatian-social-thinking-week-on-the-10th-anniversary-of-laudato-si/) - From the 17th to the 21st of June, the Jesuit Social Centres in Europe gathered for the Ignatian Social Thinking week, a revival of earlier Eurojess meetings. Along with Ignatian partners such as CLC (Christian Life Community) Europe and the Kircher European network of universities, , about 30 Jesuits and lay collaborators came together to
- [Welcome address by Erik De Bom, 13th ELP graduation](https://jesc.eu/erik-de-boms-speech-at-the-elp-graduation-in-july-2025/) - Dear Fellows, dear colleagues, It is always a pleasure to speak a few words at this ELP graduation ceremony on behalf of UCSIA, the University Centre Sint-Ignatius Antwerp, that is a close partner of JESC and a supporter of the wonderful ELP-program. As a University Centre that invests in building bridges between academia, social organizations
- [Ignatian Social Thinking Week 2025](https://jesc.eu/ignatian-social-thinking-week-2025/) - To go directly to practical information and registration, click here. The Ignatian Social Thinking Week aims to gather participants connected to the Society of Jesus in Europe, who are engaged in social thinking, research and action, in order to deepen the understanding of a chosen crucial contemporary question, share good practices and lessons learned, practice
- [JRS Europe welcomes new Director](https://jesc.eu/jrs-europe-welcomes-new-director/) - Alberto Ares SJ has been appointed the new director of Jesuit Refugee Service Europe (JRS). The new Director will work towards a Europe where human rights, protection, hospitality, integration, and reconciliation all have a place to flourish within a larger vision for inclusive and welcoming societies. Alberto Ares will take over his new position in September 2021, replacing Jose Ignacio Garcia SJ. Alberto is currently
- [The heart of a volunteer](https://jesc.eu/the-heart-of-a-volunteer/) - Volunteering is one of the main dimensions of the ELP and one of the most appealing to me. I am passionate about learning, personal and professional development. If someone asks me to describe in a few words what is the essence of volunteering, I would say it is about self-knowledge, knowledge of others and knowledge
- [What Hope for Europe? Rethinking the Christian Contribution](https://jesc.eu/what-hope-for-europe-rethinking-the-christian-contribution/) - On April 17th, the Passion for Europe group, in collaboration with JESC and hosted by Chapel for Europe, will be holding a hybrid event titled “What hope for Europe? Rethinking the Christian contribution.” Speakers include Archbishop Noel Treanor, Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union; Rev. Sarah-Jane King, Anglican priest and Officer in the European Commission; Clemens
- [Passion for Europe Workshop 2022 - European Democracy in a Time of Confusion](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-2022-european-democracy-in-a-time-of-confusion/) - To overcome the violent crisis in Europe democracy had to cross frontiers. For eighty years now European democracy has developed, strengthened and stayed strong to a multitude of crisis scenarios. Unbelievably today war is back on the continent and a global pandemic still holds grip on societies and their economies alike. In an environment of fading trust in democratic
- [Faith and Politics Workshop 2022](https://jesc.eu/faith-and-politics-workshop-2022/) - A Call to Public Life in a Wounded World WHEN? 14-21 August 2022 WHERE? Jesuit International Students Hostel, Cannaregio 4885, Venice WHO FOR? Young Europeans aged 20-35 Active in the voluntary sector, public administration, electoral politics (No more than seven from any one country) ABOUT WHAT? Public service as a Christian calling HOW MUCH? €350
- [Business and the Earth Webinar](https://jesc.eu/events-business-and-the-earth-webinar/) - In the context of the Laudato Si' Week, JESC is organising the event "Business and the Earth: A dialogue on the private sector's role in the green transition". Featuring Edmond Grace SJ, JESC Secretary for Ecology, Josianne Gauthier, CIDSE Secretary General, and representatives from the private sector, this event will discuss Laudato Si' as a
- [European Democracy in a Time of Confusion Webinar](https://jesc.eu/european-democracy-in-a-time-of-confusion-webinar/) - We invite you to join us for an online conference organized by Passion for Europe on the topic: European Democracy in a Time of Confusion. This conference introduces the onsite series of discussions organized by the group Passion for Europe that will take place in the spiritual center La Pairelle between 16th-18th September 2022 in
- [ELSiA Webinar - An In-depth Look at the EU Fit for 55 Package](https://jesc.eu/elsia-webinar-an-in-depth-look-at-the-eu-fit-for-55-package/) - As we celebrate this year's Season of Creation, the European Laudato Si’ Alliance (ELSiA) invites you to participate at the online webinar on the EU “Fit for 55” package. The event will take place on Thursday 8 September 2022 at 3-4 PM CEST with the participation of Dr. Gregor Erbach, head of the Climate Action and Tracking Service of the European
- [COP27 and Catholics' Crucial Role in Climate Action Webinar](https://jesc.eu/cop27-and-catholics-crucial-role-in-climate-action-webinar/) - We invite all interested parties to join our lunch time webinar on November 15th at 12pm to hear from the expert panel on what Catholics are doing at COP27 and what role Catholics have in climate action. The expert panel include Lydia Machaca, CIDSE‘s Climate Justice and Energy Officer, Fr Eduardo Agosta Scarel, Senior Adviser at
- [A Conversation with Edward de Quay](https://jesc.eu/a-conversation-with-edward-de-quay/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Carbon Transition Officer at the Laudato Si Research Institute in Oxford, Edward de Quaym joins us to discuss how the Catholic Church is stepping forward in environmental action and ecological conversion. Learn about the rapidly expanding web of ecology-inspired projects, where they converge, and what drives them, at this month's edition of
- [The Importance of Joy](https://jesc.eu/the-importance-of-joy/) - Editorial September 2021 Joy is vital if we are to care for our common home. If a home is joyless people want to escape. We have all experienced that need to escape when we are faced with a problem which seems beyond our abilities and the ecological crisis is clearly such a problem. The initial
- [Remembering Monsignor Aldo Giordano](https://jesc.eu/remembering-monsignor-aldo-giordano/) - His Eminence Monsignor Aldo Giordano died this Thursday, 2nd December, due to Covid-19. He had been in intensive care for several weeks. Mgr. Giordano was the new Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union, he had arrived in Brussels on 13 August after seven years as Nuncio in Venezuela. We of the JESC express our
- [Our Eco-Spirituality](https://jesc.eu/our-eco-spirituality/) - Editorial January 2022 'Our cry is for gentleness. Our cry is to know how to do what is right. Our cry is for courage. Our cry is for sobriety.' In Taize, in November, a group of people gathered - all of them associated with the European Laudato Si' Alliance (ELSiA). They gathered to reflect
- [Revitalizing Political Participation: The case of Volt Europa](https://jesc.eu/revitalizing-political-participation/) - In today’s world, global issues such as climate change, socio-political inequalities, economic integration and digital sovereignty, call for the active participation and engagement of citizens. The rise of populism, racism and nationalism in the European continent are only a few of the problems that have been aggravated during the sociopolitical events of the last decade.
- [World Day of Peace and the European Leadership Programme](https://jesc.eu/pope-2021-world-day-of-peace-and-leadership/) - Reading the Pope 2022 World Day of Peace in the JESC European Leadership Programme Dialogue Between Generations, Education and Work: Tools for Building Lasting Peace: this is the title of the Pope’s message for the 2022 Word Day of Peace. Francis usual attention to younger generations is particularly coherent with the European Year of
- [Herman Van Rompuy at ELP](https://jesc.eu/herman-van-rompuy-at-elp/) - ELP follows and JESC staff members had the pleasure of the annual meeting with Herman Van Rompuy, former President of the European Council (2009-14) and Jesuit Alumnus. This two-hour event took place online 20 January at 6 pm. His lecture can be encapsulated in three concepts: authenticity of politicians, art of compromise, formation of consciousness.
- [What Hope for Europe? Rethinking the Christian Contribution](https://jesc.eu/what-hope-for-europe-rethinking-the-christian-contribution-copy/) - On April 17th, the Passion for Europe group, in collaboration with JESC and hosted by Chapel for Europe, will be holding a hybrid event titled “What hope for Europe? Rethinking the Christian contribution.” Speakers include Archbishop Noel Treanor, Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union; Rev. Sarah-Jane King, Anglican priest and Officer in the European Commission; Clemens
- [Loyola 2022 Congress: "we need a radical commitment to the ecological crisis"](https://jesc.eu/loyola-2022-congress-radical-commitment/) - Editorial April 2022 The recent Congress on Justice and Ecology in Loyola, Spain, concluded with these words "We need now a prophetic and radical commitment to the ecological crisis of the kind that the JRS has since 1980 given to the challenge of migrants and refugees." The ambition of that statement was evident in the
- [Be the change you want to see](https://jesc.eu/be-the-change-you-want-to-see/) - ELP Lecture with Chiara Martinelli On the 12th of April 2022, the fellows of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) had the pleasure of speaking with Chiara Martinelli, director of Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe in Brussels, Europe’s leading NGO coalition fighting dangerous climate change. Chiara Martinelli has more than 15 years of working experience
- [Once upon a time in Quartier Gallet](https://jesc.eu/once-upon-a-time-in-quartier-gallet/) - When you stay in Brussels for a traineeship, a job or for studies, you can easily forget the simple yet essential things required to develop as a future leader and especially as a conscious and educated human being. What is conducive for a little bit of reflection on life in many senses can be found
- [Pope Francis invites Catholics to celebrate Laudato Si’ Week 2022](https://jesc.eu/pope-francis-invites-catholics-to-celebrate-laudato-si-week-2022/) - Pope Francis invites Catholic communities around the world to participate in the Laudato Si’ Week 2022. From May 22 to May 29, this Vatican-sponsored initiative will mark the return to in-person events. The week-long global event will mark the seventh anniversary of Pope Francis' landmark encyclical on creation care and unite the world’s 1.3 billion
- [Edmond Grace SJ: "Time is a luxury - intergenerational strife cannot distract us from the challenge which lies ahead of us."](https://jesc.eu/edmond-grace-sj-time-is-a-luxury-intergenerational-strife-cannot-distract-us-from-the-challenge-which-lies-ahead-of-us/) - Editorial May 2022 In every society and every time there are timid people who do not want change. As a group they are invariably influential but those who seek change can be confident that, in the course of time, they will come around. No society can remain static. AN INTERGENERATIONAL ISSUE. Certainly within the
- [Business and the Earth webinar](https://jesc.eu/business-and-earth-webinar/) - On Friday May 27th, JESC hosted the Business and the Earth webinar, in the context of the Laudato Si’ Week. It was an opportunity to reflect on the role of business in society, and specifically in the ecological transition. Each of the four speakers provided rich insights, and together they offered a diverse and complementary
- [An Innovative Tradition: Servant-Leadership as a Gateway to Diversity in the Workplace](https://jesc.eu/an-innovative-tradition-servant-leadership-as-a-gateway-to-diversity-in-the-workplace/) - An Innovative Tradition: Servant-Leadership as a Gateway to Diversity in the Workplace (Carolina Chambel and Jamina Vesta Jugo) What does it mean to be a “servant-leader”? This term, particularly popular in Jesuit institutions, has been gaining ground in value conscious business circles as well. Traceable at least as far back as the New Testament,
- [MENTORING AS A FUNCTIONAL PARTNERSHIP](https://jesc.eu/mentoring-as-a-functional-partnership/) - MENTORING AS A FUNCTIONAL PARTNERSHIP (Carolina Chambel and Miguel Toledano Lanza) A mentoring relationship is indeed one of a team. A team which is traditionally made up of two members, and thereby striking an authentic partnership. As a team, it can enjoy the functionality of a leading group, or otherwise suffer the same dysfunctionalities
- [Launch of Laudate Deum](https://jesc.eu/launch-of-laudate-deum/) - COMECE, in collaboration with JESC and ELSiA, will be hosting an event in celebration of the recently released Laudate Deum, The New Laudate Deum of Pope Francis & the EU's Green Transition. The conference will be an occasion to better understand the importance of Pope Francis’ message in rediscovering our vocation as guardians of Creation and restore a
- [Strategic Agenda: is it the first step to protect future generations?](https://jesc.eu/strategic-agenda-is-it-the-first-step-to-protect-future-generations/) - The strategic agenda is a document published by the European Council (heads of governments of the member states) which provides directions for the next political cycle after every EU election. This is a de-facto government manifesto for the European Council. Five years ago, this document made the green transition a priority issue- that being the
- [Faith and Politics Workshop 2024](https://jesc.eu/faith-and-politics-workshop-2024/) - The 2024 edition of the Faith and Politics workshop has just concluded, having taken place from August 18th to 25th. Held every two years, the event gathers about 20 young professionals in Venice, Italy, for one week of formation and sharing. Most of the participants, originating from all over Europe, are active in the field
- [From Excess to Essence: Highlights from the Eco Summer Camp 2024](https://jesc.eu/from-excess-to-essence-highlights-from-the-eco-summer-camp-2024/) - Last week, we had the opportunity to embark on a journey that reminded us of our childhood. We joined the Eco Summer Camp at the Lassalle-Haus, the birthplace of the Lassalle Institute - a renowned hub for education and research run by the Jesuits. The venue - located close to Zug in Switzerland and surrounded
- [An EU Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness](https://jesc.eu/an-eu-commissioner-for-intergenerational-fairness/) - Due to the EU elections early in the year, Summer was a busy period in Brussels. In the aftermath of the elections, the Council had to make its decisions on the “top jobs”, the president of the European Commission had to be elected, and since then she has been working hard to propose a College
- [Passion for Europe workshop 2024](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-workshop-2024/) - From September 20th to 22nd 2024, the Passion for Europe Workshop gathered once again in the Jesuit Spiritual centre of La Pairelle near Namur, for its sixth edition. This year's edition had for theme “European Democracy in the light of the War in Ukraine: something worth fighting for?” and aimed to explore the impact the
- [Principles for the development of the Multiannual Financial Framework with special attention to Agricultural policy: a new document from JESC](https://jesc.eu/principles-for-development-of-mff/) - The European Commission has recently run a public consultation to support its preparatory work for the upcoming 7-year EU budget (officially known as MFF - Multiannual Financial Framework). JESC contributed to this discussion with a list of principles, primarily focusing on the Common Agricultural Policy. Agriculture not only provides food, but it is also the
- [Passion for Europe Workshop 2024 - European Democracy in the light of the War in Ukraine: something worth fighting for?](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-2024-european-democracy-in-the-light-of-the-war/) - In the face of war at its borders, economic challenges, and rising nationalism, Europe is at a crossroads. Can it remain a beacon of democracy and prosperity, rooted in the vision of its founding fathers and champions like Jacques Delors? How do we safeguard the European common good, ensuring peace, sustainability, and freedom for all
- [Future Generations Conference](https://jesc.eu/future-generations-conference/) - Representing the rights of Future Generations in the legislative work of the EU is an opportunity that brings a long-term perspective to our political thinking in the age of the poly-crisis. Europe was always a long-term journey, never complete but an ongoing experiment in political imagination. Are we on the pathway we want to take?
- [Bonn Climate Negotiations (SB 62) Side Event](https://jesc.eu/sb62-side-event/) - Climate Change & Climate Migration: A Humanitarian, Justice, Security or Economic Challenge? Date: Tuesday 24 June 2025 Time: 18:30–20:30, welcome refreshments and light food (event starts at 19:00) Location: St. Winifried's Church, Sträßchensweg 3, Bonn and on-line (through Zoom) - 8-min walk from the World Conference Center Bonn, where the Bonn Climate Meetings take place.
- [What has happened since COP28?](https://jesc.eu/what-has-happened-since-cop28/) - Another year, another climate summit on the horizon. For those of us who follow the UN Conferences on Climate Change (COPs), this annual gathering has become as predictable as the seasons - though its outcomes are anything but. The past 29 editions of these summits have delivered moments of high drama and genuine progress, none
- [“The Finance COP”:  three key demands for Climate Justice at COP29 explained](https://jesc.eu/cop29-the-finance-cop-three-key-demands-for-climate-justice-at-bakus-conference/) - As COP29 commences in Baku, Azerbaijan, next week, attention turns to the potential outcomes of this pivotal gathering. Jesuits for Climate Justice has issued a strong call to action, urging delegates to prioritise three key areas: the effectiveness of the Loss and Damage Fund, climate debt cancellation, and acceleration of a just energy transition. The
- [Balancing disappointment and optimism: a COP29 review](https://jesc.eu/balancing-disappointment-and-optimism-a-cop29-review/) - In the weeks following COP29, media narratives oscillated between pessimism and cautious hope. The Guardian headlined with "Backroom deals and betrayal" contrasted with UN Secretary-General António Guterres's more measured perspective of a "bridge to build on". Jesuits for Climate Justice used this conference, held in Azerbaijan, as a chance to advocate for three critical climate
- [Joining the ELP after four years in Brussels](https://jesc.eu/joining-the-elp-after-four-years-in-brussels/) - Among the many reasons to join the European Leadership Programme, one stands out repeatedly in Fellows' introductions: easing the transition to life in Brussels. For many, the programme provides a structured way to settle into the city after arriving for a traineeship or job. Yet, while it is an excellent springboard for newcomers, it also
- [New Pope, New Hope](https://jesc.eu/new-pope-new-hope/) - As a social research centre dedicated to the promotion of Catholic values in the framework of the European project, the first speeches of Pope Leo XIV have been received at JESC as a source of inspiration and as a confirmation of our mission. In just a few interventions, Pope Leo XIV made clear his vision
- [ELP Fall 2024 cohort Inauguration Day](https://jesc.eu/elp-fall-2024-cohort-inauguration-day/) - On Saturday, October 5th, the European Leadership Programme (ELP) officially launched its 12th cohort, welcoming a new group of Fellows in a friendly and lively atmosphere. This time, fellows came from Belgium, Italy, Spain, France, Hungary, Croatia, Slovakia, Germany, Austria, Brazil, and Lebanon. The diversity and international background provided an opportunity to learn from each
- [European Jesuit Eco-delegates Chart Path Forward at Nuremberg Gathering](https://jesc.eu/european-jesuit-eco-delegates-chart-path-forward-at-nuremberg-gathering/) - Eco-delegates from across the Jesuit Conference of European Provincials convened at the newly established Ukama Centre for Social-Ecological Transformation in Nuremberg for their annual gathering on 2-6 April. The meeting brought together representatives from seven provinces in person and two online, demonstrating the growing commitment to ecological action within the Jesuit network since the group's
- [Jesuits for Climate Justice: Daily Updates from SB62 Bonn Climate Meetings](https://jesc.eu/sb62-daily-updates/) - Day 10, 26th June: End of Bonn, Road to Belém 📺 Watch a video message from Osver Polo and Karla Wolfenson (CAN Latin America) ✍🏼 A Reflection from Colm Fahy – Ecology Advocacy Officer at JESCAnd that’s a wrap… almost!The SB conferences are all about preparing for the next COP, and the final day of SB62
- [Funding of NGO by the EU under the spotlight](https://jesc.eu/funding-of-ngo-by-the-eu-under-the-spotlight/) - The recent publication of a report from the European Court of Auditors (ECA) has revived the debate on the funding of NGOs by the European Union. While reflecting legitimate concerns, the whole discussion seems to be fed by some sensationalism and even half-truths, with some arguing that the final goal is to undermine both the
- [ELP 12th Cohort Celebrates Graduation](https://jesc.eu/elp-12th-cohort-celebrates-graduation/) - In a joyful conclusion to five transformative months, the 12th cohort of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) gathered at the Press Club Brussels on Wednesday, 19 February for their graduation ceremony. The event marked a significant milestone for the fellows, who reflected on their journey, described as having “gone by in the blink of an
- [ELSiA Statement on COP28](https://jesc.eu/elsia-statement-on-cop28/) - ELSiA (European Laudato Si Alliance) has released a statement coinciding with the conclusion of COP28. Driven by Pope Francis' call for action, Catholic actors at COP28 pushed for solutions that uphold human dignity, environmental justice, and equitable action against climate change. While applauding the acknowledgement of a fossil fuel phase-out and the creation of
- [Statement on COP28](https://jesc.eu/statement-on-cop28/) - As the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) unfolds in Dubai, JESC, together with other European Laudato Si’ Alliance members Laudato Si’ Movement, Caritas Europa and Don Bosco International, reaffirms its commitment to addressing the pressing climate crisis. Set against the backdrop of Pope Francis’s apostolic
- [Can COP28 Answer the Pope's Call to Action on Climate Change?](https://jesc.eu/can-cop28-answer-the-popes-call-to-action-on-climate-change/) - On October 4th 2023, day of the feast of Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis released Laudate Deum (LD) an apostolic exhortation, that is a letter to all people of good will, on the climate crisis. It comes eight years after Laudato Si (LS), the foundational document in which Pope Francis made “care for our common
- [COP27: a time to decisively confront the climate crisis](https://jesc.eu/cop27-a-time-to-decisively-confront-the-climate-crisis/) - One month from now, and in the midst of a worsening and increasingly dangerous climate crisis, the United Nations Climate Change Conference will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. The 27th Conference of the Parties (COP27) will last from November 6th to November 18th. The stakes are high, the negotiations face complex challenges and the
- [Eco-bites December issue: COP24 & more](https://jesc.eu/new-eco-bites-issue-out-now/) - Who leads the world? by Edmond Grace SJ Our world is changing and the nature of leadership in our world is changing. Not so long ago the above question would conjure up images of ‘great’ nations or of some particular nation’s advantage in this or that technology. Leading the world a matter of power, but
- [JESC involvement at COP23 Climate Summit](https://jesc.eu/jesc-involvement-at-cop23-climate-summit/) - Between 6 to 17 November, over 30 Jesuits and co-workers belonging to the Ecojesuit network participated in events during the UN COP23 climate change conference held in the German city of Bonn. Among them were two members of the JESC team, Peter Rožič SJ and Henry Longbottom SJ. COP23 – What happened on the international
- [Ecojesuit at COP23](https://jesc.eu/ecojesuit-at-cop23/) - Between 6 to 17 November, over 30 Jesuits and partners will hold events during the UN COP23 climate change conference in Bonn, Germany. Taking place while the UN talks are going on, the main Ecojesuit event will be a dialogue conference on 13 November entitled “Laudato Si’ – Environment is Relationship” hosted by the Aloisiuskolleg,
- [Energy mix in the EU after COP21](https://jesc.eu/energy-mix-in-the-eu-after-cop21/) - The time has come to make the Paris Agreement real. Renewables are the clear option in the new energy mix. Even in the face of difficulties, the EU should not be less ambitious. After COP21, and in the midst of the ratification process for the Paris Agreement, the European Commission presented last June a Communication
- [Towards COP21: impacts of climate change](https://jesc.eu/towards-cop21-impacts-of-climate-change/) - The next UN Conference on Climate Change, COP 21, will open in Paris on 30 November 2015. A lot is expected of this Conference as it is the decisive moment to renew the Kyoto Protocol providing the international community with an effective mechanism to deal with greenhouse emissions at a global level. Although expectations are
- [ELSiA’s webinar: COP27 and Catholics’ role in climate action](https://jesc.eu/elsias-webinar-cop27-and-catholics-role-in-climate-action/) - Two experienced, inspiring and knowledgeable speakers. A brilliant moderator. All three of them attended COP27 in Egypt. An urgent and threatening topic, an engaged and concerned audience: this was the context for ELSiA’s latest webinar titled “COP27 & Catholics’ role in climate action”, which took place on Tuesday November 15. During the one-hour long webinar,
- [COP27: insufficient steps in the fight against the climate crisis](https://jesc.eu/cop27-insufficient-steps-in-the-fight-against-the-climate-crisis/) - Just a few weeks ago, on November 20th, COP27 came to an end in Sharm el Sheik, Egypt. It was the 27th annual global summit of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Given the threatening and worsening state of our planet’s climate, this COP was extremely important and expectations were high. Reflecting
- [From Berlin to Dubai: The Audacious Journey of COP](https://jesc.eu/from-berlin-to-dubai-the-audacious-journey-of-cop/) - You might ask if COP28 is a relative of R2-D2 or C-3PO from Star Wars because the name does not sound like a climate change conference. But instead of a fictional character from outer space, COP is actually an acronym which stands for The Conference of the Parties (COP). This conference forms part of the
- [High Expectations: Loss & Damage at COP28](https://jesc.eu/high-expectations-loss-damage-at-cop28/) - What is loss and damage and why is it important? The causes and impacts of climate change are widely accepted. We know that more carbon pollution in the atmosphere, primarily from the burning of fossil fuels releasing carbon dioxide, leads to an overall increase in global temperatures. This causes a wide variety of impacts including
- [Three Jesuits at the 4th UN General Assembly on the Environment](https://jesc.eu/three-jesuits-at-the-4th-un-general-assembly-on-the-environment/) - Three Jesuits along with one lay collaborator participated in the 4th Assembly of Nations the United Nations for the environment recently held in Nairobi - James KAYANDA (EAP), Adrian MAKASA CHIKWAMO (ZAM) and Ghislain TSHIKENDWA MATADI (ACE) and Miss Elizabeth AUMA a lay collaborator in the Communications Department of the Jesuit Justice and Ecology Network.
- [Artificial Intelligence and ethical concerns](https://jesc.eu/artificial-intelligence-and-ethical-concerns/) - Article 17 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU provides alegal foundation for dialogue between EU institutions and religious associations, churches and non-confessional organizations. Seminars, conferences and high-level meetings have been organized on the basis of this article to discuss and examine highly significant issues. One of these conferences was organised by the
- [Managing a business like a Leader](https://jesc.eu/fligby-is/) - About the game FLIGBY is an award-winning edutainment game on leadership skills development designed by scientists and business professionals. It is an interesting management training-tool to improve the performance and acquisition of management skills. The scenario-based style intends that the player (assigned as the new General Manager of a reputable California Vineyard) navigates different challenging
- [Women in the Church, time for a new role?](https://jesc.eu/women-in-the-church-time-for-a-new-role/) - The man said, "This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ’woman, ’for she was taken out of man." Genesis 2:23 Why are women underrepresented in senior leadership roles in the Church? A Conference organized by Chapel for Europe titled - Role of Women in the Church:
- [Marching matters](https://jesc.eu/marching-matters/) - A day of marches around the world is being organised by Laudato Si' Generation, the youth branch of the Global Catholic Climate Movement. This year has been an extraordinary one for marches. Here in Brussels, there have been marches of up to 70,000 people. They are a vital contribution and a powerful statement. Throughout the
- [What I learned from Francis: If we care for the planet we care for ourselves](https://jesc.eu/what-i-learned-from-francis-if-we-care-for-the-planet-we-care-for-ourselves/) - The Catholic Social teaching from inception to the digital age. How to live the Laudato si'. “I was delighted to see how Laudato Si’ has been well received by entrepreneurs and academics,” commented Peter Rožič SJ, Director of the Jesuit European Social Centre. Back to Brussels from a conference, in which he met the Pope,
- [A new leader for Justice in Mining](https://jesc.eu/a-new-leader-for-justice-in-mining/) - Guillermo Otano, from the Spanish NGO Alboan, has been appointed by Frank Janin SJ as the new chief of the Justice in Mining Jesuit Network. The network began many years ago in Ranchi, in India, and since expanded all over the world. Dr Otano, Which are your priorities as a new coordinator of Justice in
- [Time for a EU Renaissance](https://jesc.eu/time-for-a-eu-renaissance/) - On this Trinity Sunday, we wish our readers every joy and blessing. Pope Francis prays for a Europe of unity to make the dream of the EU’s founding fathers come true. We, at JESC, think that it is time for a European Renaissance. I had the honour to recently meet Pope Francis, on June 8th
- [Solidarity and the Coronavirus Crisis](https://jesc.eu/solidarity-and-the-coronavirus-crisis/) - A Message to the Institutions of the European Union This year, the great proclamation of Easter rang out in empty churches. The celebration of the inseparable closeness of God to humankind, achieved once and for all in Jesus Christ, was broadcast to a people unable to gather as a body, still less to enjoy the
- [Why Corona Virus is Exposing the Urban Poor in Africa](https://jesc.eu/why-corona-virus-is-exposing-the-urban-poor-in-africa/) - Article by Charlie B. Chilufya, SJ Staying home and social distancing are now essential to control the spread of COVID-19. Suitable accommodation for quarantine and isolation are critical, but Africa’s housing systems and policies leave the poor and vulnerable severely and dangerously exposed. Crowded share housing According to World Bank data, over 60% of urban
- [Limits of Debt relief and Debt Forgiveness*](https://jesc.eu/limits-of-debt-relief-and-debt-forgiveness/) - Article by Pr. Pazisnewende Kaboré, SJ In the context of Covid-19, debt relief and debt cancellation are in the top list of the bilateral and multilateral measures that developing countries are benefiting from. What are the challenges of these measures? In order to help deepen what is at stake, the current reflection first provides a
- [50 years a'growing](https://jesc.eu/50-years-agrowing/) - It’s tempting to see the founding of the Justice Secretariat in 1969 as a new beginning, but it is more accurate to see it as the end of a beginning, which had been going on for over a century. The anti-clerical regimes of nineteenth-century Europe railed against the authoritarian ways of the church and sought
- [Love, hate and reconciliation in Syria](https://jesc.eu/love-hate-and-reconciliation-in-syria/) - When I learnt of Father Frans van der Lugt SJ’s death I was tempted to hate. I could imagine his killers - their faces, their features, the colour of their clothes, the repeated ritual words that would have come out of their mouths at the moment they knocked at his house in Al Bustan and
- [Frans van der Lugt SJ - his last message](https://jesc.eu/frans-van-der-lugt-sj-his-last-message/) - On 7 April 2019 it will be five years since the Dutch Jesuit Frans van der Lugt was murdered in Homs, Syria. He died at the age of 75. To honour Father Frans van der Lugt SJ, the Jesuits from the Netherlands and Flanders made an animated film about him. The film was recorded in
- [Social Apostolate Delegates: This is what we do](https://jesc.eu/social-apostolate-delegates-this-is-what-we-do/) - Falenica (Poland), Mar. 31 - Apr. 3 2019 "Faith and Justice in the formation of the Jesuits". This was the title that accompanied the European delegates from the Social and Formation sectors during their annual meeting in Falenica, Warsaw between March 31 and April 3. This was the first time that both groups met at
- [Better together, with the Excluded](https://jesc.eu/better-together-with-the-excluded/) - What does walking with the excluded mean for us? It means walking alongside the vulnerable, no matter where they might be: Syria, Africa, America… or Brussels. It means spending our time, resources and effort with those whom society considers worthless. That is why we organised, along with other Christian organizations, a conference at the Chapel
- [To Walk with the Poor and Make Them Your Friends](https://jesc.eu/to-walk-with-the-poor-and-make-them-your-friends-2/) - The meeting of the CCEE National Directors and partners for Migration took place in Athens at the end of November. The meeting focused on the theme: “The Local community as a model of welcoming and integration in Europe”. While attending the meeting of the Migration Commission of the CCEE we had the chance to come
- [Responding to a “hunger pandemic” and “poverty tsunami” in Africa:  A Tax&Justice Perspective](https://jesc.eu/responding-to-a-hunger-pandemic-and-poverty-tsunami-in-africa-a-tax-justice-perspective/) - Written by Fr. Charlie Chilufya, SJ. Director of the Justice and Ecology Office of the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM). *Images show Fr. Charlie SJ with the Food Relief Program working group in Korogocho, Nairobi* In the last three months or so, our focus, and rightly so, in Africa and the world over,
- [Cell by cell](https://jesc.eu/cell-by-cell/) - Pedro Walpole’s article in this edition of Eco-Bites is particularly inspiring, not because of any lofty aspirations but quite the contrary. It gives a simple and moving account of how the advent of plastics in the Indonesian island of Bali in the 1960s resulted in years of denial and a mountain of garbage and how,
- [Water, blessing or curse?](https://jesc.eu/water-blessing-or-curse/) - From past to the present, water as the blessing of mother nature and strategic natural resource has always remained on the agenda due to its importance for all living organisms, as well as both agriculture and industry. Unfortunately, the future of this blessing hangs by a thread due to some causes such as overpopulation, waste,
- [LAUDATO SI’ REFLECTION DAY WEBINAR](https://jesc.eu/invitation-laudato-si-reflection-day-webinar-28-may-2020/) - EVENT DETAILS: Date: May 28, 2020 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Organiser: European Laudato Si' Alliance (ELSIA) including members: Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC), CIDSE, COMECE, Justitia Et Pax Europa, The Global Catholic Climate Movement (GCCM), Consilium Conferentiarum Episcoporum Europa (CCEE). REGISTER HERE BY MAY 25 The Encyclical Laudato Si’ reflects on the origins and
- [Great, but not always right](https://jesc.eu/great-but-not-always-right/) - In his catechesis, the Pope said Earth Day was “an occasion for renewing our commitment to love and care for our common home and for the weaker members of our human family.” A report by 'America, The Jesuit Review'** refers to a live-streamed weekly general audience from the Vatican by Pope Francis’ to celebrate the 50th
- [Four Preferences, a way to God](https://jesc.eu/four-preferences-showing-people-a-way-to-god/) - At the beginning of the year, Pope Francis approved the four Universal Apostolic Preferences of the Jesuits – Discernment and the Spiritual Exercises, Walking with the Excluded, Caring for our Common Home and Journeying with Youth. Anyone who is familiar with other Jesuit publications will almost certainly be acquainted with these Preferences and wondering why
- [Five years of Laudato Si’](https://jesc.eu/five-years-of-laudato-si/) - No document by any Pope in the past fifty years has attracted as much attention as Laudato Si’. This attention is by no means confined to Catholics or even believers. It has filled a need for an “ecological charter,” and it commands both the respect and the gratitude of people who have no particular faith
- [Fiche 25 – Le juste temps](https://jesc.eu/fiche-25-le-juste-temps/) - Les fiches précédentes ont proposé des alternatives dans nos choix de vie afin de préserver l’environnement. Après « Tout cela a un prix ! » (fiche 24), posons nous maintenant pour écouter l’objection : « ça prend plus de temps ! » et regardons de plus près. Plus ou moins de temps ? Si l’on
- [Eco-Bites November Editorial](https://jesc.eu/eco-bites-november-editorial/) - The rising temperature of the planet poses a political challenge, but politics has its own kind of heat and, more and more, the promotion of climate action will call for good judgement both on the part of those who seek it and on the part of those responsible for meeting the double challenge of both
- [Happy Participation](https://jesc.eu/happy-participation/) - Eco-Bites October Editorial ‘Good politics combines love with hope and with confidence in the reserves of goodness present in human hearts’ wrote Pope Francis in Fratelli Tutti. He also speaks of a political charity which is born of a ‘social awareness which transcends every individualistic mindset.’ It is an act of charity to help someone
- [The former PM of Slovenia as a guest in our house](https://jesc.eu/the-former-pm-of-slovenia-as-a-guest-in-our-house/) - On Wednesday, 20 March, we had the honour to meet the first special guest as part of the political pillar of our European Leadership Programme: Mr Alojz "Lojze" Peterle. He is a current Member of the European Parliament (MEP) and, in 1990, he became the first prime minister of Slovenia. What can five aspiring leaders learn
- [Laudato Si' and air pollution](https://jesc.eu/laudato-si-and-air-pollution-an-insight-of-francis-encyclical-letter/) - In his Encyclical letter, Laudato Si', the Holy Father directly tackles the issue of climate change. In his argument, Francis emphasises the pressing threat under which Mother Earth is choking; the incapability to respect the world surrounding us and the Common Good. A Leviathan monster which we ourselves have created and which we are incapable
- [Too many humans, or maybe not?](https://jesc.eu/is-demographic-growth-compatible-with-a-positive-development/) - “Laudato Si”, the second Encyclical Letter of Pope Francis, focuses on environmental degradation and irresponsible development. Paragraph 51 comments on demographic growth and suggests that the size of the human population does not impact the environment in a significant way. My intention is to investigate this argument, explore the leading views on the issue and
- [The Leadership Post - November Editorial](https://jesc.eu/4386-2/) - Dear Readers, We are celebrating. It is the 50th jubilee of the Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat, which has been called to life by former P. General Pedro Arrupe in Rome. (You can find the Jubilee press release here) More than 200 Jesuits and collaborators assembled from the 4th to the 8th of November at
- [Be kind in a practical way](https://jesc.eu/be-kind-in-a-practical-way/) - Why waking up at 5 am every Monday and going to the Gare du Nord in Brussels to serve breakfast for the refugees is the best way to kick off the week? Volunteering experience – immersion. Well, first look at the alternatives. Staying in bed – undeniably nice. Having a long coffee with a look
- [Fixing the Ecological Mess: Global Justice and Knowledge Perspectives](https://jesc.eu/fixing-the-ecological-mess-global-justice-and-knowledge-perspectives/) - By Fr. Charlie Chilufya, SJ. Director of the Justice and Ecology Office of the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM). Human beings are dramatically changing the surface conditions on planet Earth, at an accelerating rate. One key aspect of this is pollution. Our emissions of particles (PM2.5) and ozone (O3) cause massive damage through
- [Sustainable Schools: A JESC Guide for Schools to Design their Ecological Transition](https://jesc.eu/sustainable-schools-a-jesc-guide-for-schools-to-design-their-ecological-transition/) - As the world grapples with an unprecedented ecological crisis, schools have emerged as powerful catalysts for sustainable change. Schools not only can reduce their environmental impact but also nurture eco-consciousness and shape the mindsets of future generations. Recognizing this pivotal role, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) presents "Sustainable Schools" - a comprehensive handbook designed
- [Reflections at the Finish Line: ELP Fellows Conclude Their Journey](https://jesc.eu/reflections-at-the-finish-line-elp-fellows-conclude-their-journey/) - As long summer days return to Brussels, the five-month-long programme draws to an end for our ELP fellows. What have these five months meant to us? What will they mean in the future? Embarking upon the ELP journey, the fellows immersed themselves into personal development, possibility of true friendship, career enhancement, mentoring, and spiritual insights.
- [Loyola Congress 2022 Carbon Footprint Report](https://jesc.eu/loyola-congress-2022-carbon-footprint-report/) - This month JESC publishes the Loyola Congress 2022 Carbon Footprint Report. In line with the Congress' push for the deepening of our ecological consciousness and concrete action, the report aims to throw light on the environmental impact of the Loyola Justice and Ecology Congress with regards to CO2 emissions. The presented analysis covers transport, stay, IT, diet and
- [Introduction to a new JESC project: Future Generations’ Rights](https://jesc.eu/introduction-to-a-new-jesc-project-future-generations-rights/) - To avoid the worst outcomes of climate change, we have to limit global warming to 1.5°C or 2°C maximum. After failing to act for multiple decades, this is a significant challenge but theoretically not yet impossible. To do so, we need to reduce carbon emissions as fast as possible, achieving zero emissions globally by 2050
- [Institutions for Future Generations - our literature review on institutional models, operation methods and challenges](https://jesc.eu/institutions-for-future-generations-our-literature-review-on-institutional-models-operation-methods-and-challenges/) - In a world grappling with multifaceted crises, ranging from climate change and biodiversity loss to demographic shifts and geopolitical challenges, we find ourselves at a critical juncture. While many of these issues necessitate immediate responses, their profound repercussions extend far into the future, implicating generations yet to come. It is our moral imperative to account
- [Towards Carbon Neutrality: A JESC Guide for developing a common framework for decarbonisation efforts by Jesuit communities and institutions in Europe.](https://jesc.eu/towards-carbon-neutrality-a-jesc-guide-for-developing-a-common-framework-for-decarbonisation-efforts-by-jesuit-communities-and-institutions-in-europe/) - Global climate action requires communities and institutions to take steps towards assessing their carbon footprint and begin drafting individual emissions reductions plans. In the context of European Jesuits and the 4th Apostolic Preference on the Care for our Common Home, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) aims to develop a common framework to guide social
- [Protecting the Interests of Future Generations by the European Union - An overview of the existing powers and legal bases in EU law](https://jesc.eu/protecting-the-interests-of-future-generations-by-the-european-union-an-overview-of-the-existing-powers-and-legal-bases-in-eu-law/) - Our newest report sets out to integrate formal representation for Future Generations within the European Union's institutions, rooted in an ethical commitment to consider the long-term impacts of today's decisions. It highlights the need for institutional mechanisms to address potential conflicts between the interests of current and future generations. Achieving representation for Future Generations in
- [Official Launch of the Future Generations Initiative](https://jesc.eu/official-launch-of-the-future-generations-initiative/) - It was almost a year ago that we introduced our project on Future Generations. It was a long intellectual journey, in which we analysed the relevant academic literature and institutional models, consulted with old and new partners and worked on our policy document and strategy. In September 2023 we made our final decision to convene
- [United in Diversity:  Pasta or Goulash?](https://jesc.eu/united-in-diversity-pasta-or-goulash/) - Cultural diversity is the heart and soul of the European Leadership Program (ELP), making the experience of each fellow rich and vibrant. Surrounded by a mix of traditions, perspectives, and lifestyles is fascinating and helps us learn and grow together. We quickly realise that our differences—often hilariously highlighted in our debates in the kitchen—lead us
- [European Sunday Alliance Releases Manifesto Ahead of EU Elections](https://jesc.eu/european-sunday-alliance-releases-manifesto-ahead-of-eu-elections/) - March 3rd marked the annual European Day for a Work-free Sunday, and this year, the European Sunday Alliance is seizing the opportunity to unveil its manifesto for the upcoming EU elections. As we observe the significance of synchronized resting time on this day, the European Sunday Alliance underscores its role as a potent tool in
- [Passion for Europe Group](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-group/) - Rediscovering the European common good The following is an adaptation of a contribution authored by “Passion for Europe”, a group of Catholics of seven nationalities. Coordinated by JESC the group finds hope for a revival of the EU in the vision of its founding fathers and believe that Christians have a special contribution to make.
- [JESC joins over 90 organisations in calling for a human rights inclusion in CSDDD](https://jesc.eu/jesc-joins-over-90-organisations-in-calling-for-a-human-rights-inclusion-in-csddd/) - Today is the last day of negotiations for the European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). This is proposed regulation that aims to ensure that large companies take responsibility for their environmental and human rights impacts throughout their value chains. For many years, civil society organisations, such as Justice in Mining (an Ignatian Global Advocacy Network), have pressed
- [Nelson Mandela. A Leader's Decision that Changed a Country and a Sport ](https://jesc.eu/nelson-mandela-a-leaders-decision-that-changed-a-country-and-a-sport/) - In the records of sports history, October 27, 2023, stands as a momentous day for South Africa. The Springboks, under the transformative leadership inspired by Nelson Mandela, secured their fourth world championship by overcoming the formidable All Blacks in a historic rugby match — a poignant reunion since their last final face-off in 1995. Beyond
- [Our take on the ‘State of the Union’ address](https://jesc.eu/our-take-on-the-state-of-the-union-address/) - On Wednesday 13th, Ursula von der Leyden presented her State of the Union address. It mixed strongly positive reminders of the achievements of her Commission in the face of past challenges, discussions about current challenges, and finished on a call to work towards enlargement to Ukraine, Moldova and the Western Balkans. Credit has to be
- [Passion for Europe workshop 2023](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-workshop-2023/) - The 2023 edition of the “Passion for Europe” workshop took place from September 22nd to 24th, in the Spiritual Centre of La Pairelle, near Namur. It was the fifth edition of this event that aims to bring together people to discuss issues linked to the European project, from the perspective of Christian values. It is
- [Greening trade without a carbon tax](https://jesc.eu/a-parallel-planet-saving-trade-game/) - “This could become the mother of all trade issues if not handled right.” (R. Morningstar, Feb 2020)1 Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM): A Nonviable but Prospective Instrument of Climate Action In line with its commitment to climate action under the Paris Agreement, the European Union (EU) aims to be climate-neutral by 2050.2 Pledging to drastically
- [Donate for Haiti: Responding to the Earthquake](https://jesc.eu/donate-for-haiti-responding-to-the-earthquake/) - A magnitude 7.2 earthquake hit Haiti on August 14, 2021. Its people need your help. To date, over 2,200 people have died with many still missing. More than 12,200 have been injured and close to 50,000 families rendered homeless. A network of Jesuit international development organizations and mission offices has launched a global fundraising effort
- [Belarus: Countering the State Terror of Europe’s Last Dictator](https://jesc.eu/diplomacy-economy-and-law-countering-the-state-terror-of-europes-last-dictator/) - Diplomacy, Economy and Law: Countering the State Terror of Europe’s Last Dictator “Hijacking a civilian plane is an unprecedented act of state terrorism that cannot go unpunished” Poland’s Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki1 (May 26 2021) On 23 May, at the command of President Lukashenko,2 Belarusian authorities diverted a civilian plane and forced it
- ["Nobody is safe until everyone is safe"](https://jesc.eu/nobody-is-safe-until-everyone-is-safe/) - The growing Covid-19 crisis facing Africa will require more extensive levels of international cooperation, coordination, compromise and care than there is now. There is a call here on more powerful nations like the G20 to take leadership, to be a ‘Good Samaritan’ and to promote international cooperation to find a solution to the current gaps
- [Living Laudato Si’ Survey: Can you help?](https://jesc.eu/living-laudato-si-survey-can-you-help/) - The Papal encyclical Laudato Si’, which was published in 2015, was the first such text to use the term "climate change." In calling this crisis a "serious moral issue” it has inspired people around the world to act ever since. From parish groups, to school initiatives to major advocacy campaigns, this text has mobilised a
- [Towards Loyola 2022](https://jesc.eu/towards-loyola-2022/) - ​​The Loyola 2022 Congress will take place between 28th March to 1st April 2022 at Loyola, Spain. The Congress will act as a milestone in the “deeper renewal” and align processes of the Jesuit Conference of European Provincials (JCEP) Justice Networks, equipping them to implement the Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAPs) by 2029. Finding our
- [Solidarity and Ethics in Politics](https://jesc.eu/solidarity-and-ethics-in-politics/) - "Compromise is inevitable but the choice should be the lesser evil”, shared Herman Van Rompuy with the ELP fellows in an insightful conversation that took place on January 18. The former Prime Minister of Belgium and the first permanent President of the European Council shared his thoughts about ethics and solidarity in the politic decision
- [Economic Stimulus is Not Enough: The poor and the vulnerable in Africa Need Relief During the COVID-19 Pandemic](https://jesc.eu/economic-stimulus-is-not-enough-the-poor-and-the-vulnerable-in-africa-need-relief-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - In the wake of COVID-19, something must be done, else people in Africa will fall back into poverty and many people in Africa will fall into destitution. These are not normal times. What is needed now is not just stimulus for the markets to function as usual. The support that vulnerable Africans and those at
- [Low-skilled immigrants? EU and US evidence calls for a nuanced policy](https://jesc.eu/low-skilled-immigrants/) - “I can say quite clearly: Don’t come over” (U.S. President J. Biden, Mar 17 2021) 1 Immigration is a perennial and complex human reality. It originates and results in personal as well as socio-political phenomena that range from curse to blessing and always contain a high degree of contention. Particularly polarising is the question of
- [IPCC Synthesis Report 2023 - Five lessons to keep in mind](https://jesc.eu/ipcc-synthesis-report-2023-five-lessons-to-keep-in-mind/) - For those who wish to accompany the current climate emergency, it is always helpful to have a scientific-based approach to the topic. One good way of doing so is to keep up-to-date with the latest reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). IPCC is a scientific body, created by the United Nations (UN)
- [An interview with Alberto Ares SJ. When contemplation meets action](https://jesc.eu/an-interview-with-alberto-ares-sj-when-contemplation-meets-action/) - The Spanish Jesuit Alberto Ares is the director of the Jesuit Refugee Service Europe, based in Brussels. This organization is responsible for coordinating the activities of 23 offices throughout the continent, providing assistance and support to displaced and vulnerable people. Previously, he held the position of director of the University Institute for Migration Studies at
- [The Geography of Discontent](https://jesc.eu/the-geography-of-discontent/) - SummaryGiven the fact that the European Commission in general avoids to interfere in, comment on, or to evaluate the electoral processes in the Member States, the Working Paper of Lewis Dijkstra, Hugo Poelman and Andres Rodriguez-Pose for the Directorate-General of Regional and Urban Policy can be called very exceptional. It is in fact an X-ray
- [From the Mondragón Experience towards an Inclusive Participatory Company Model](https://jesc.eu/from-the-mondragon-experience-towards-an-inclusive-participatory-company-model/) - On May 3, the Chapel of Europe hosted a roundtable composed of the Bishop of Bilbao, Mgr. Joseba Segura, Professor Jon Emaldi from Deusto Business School, and Gaspar Martinez from the Basque Diocesan Institute of Pastoral Theology. Following their participation in a panel at the European Parliament, they gathered to discuss the business model of
- [Address of Pope Francis at the occasion of the conferral of the Charlemagne Prize](https://jesc.eu/address-of-pope-francis-at-the-occasion-of-the-conferral-of-the-charlemagne-prize/) - Summary On 6 May 2016 Pope Francis held an address in Sala Regia at the occasion of the conferral of the Charlemagne Prize that he was awarded. He expresses in this address his intention to offer the prestigious award for Europe. He points out that the founders of the European project laid the foundations for
- [Europe Day](https://jesc.eu/europe-day/) - Every year, on 9 May, we celebrate Europe Day to commemorate peace and unity on our continent. This date represents an important milestone in European history and gives us the opportunity to reflect on the fundamental values we share, and the achievements made through cooperation between European countries. Europe Day has its origins in the
- [An ELP evening of Dante Alighieri](https://jesc.eu/an-elp-evening-of-dante-alighieri/) - Saturday 25th March was celebrated all over the world the "Dantedì," a day of commemoration of the Italian poet Dante Alighieri, writer of the "Divine Comedy." To celebrate him, the ELP fellows organized on 31st of March a Lectura Dantis. During the event they shared a musical experience as a concert in which the voice
- [ELP meets Ubuntu](https://jesc.eu/elp-meets-ubuntu/) - “I am because you are.” This is the meaning of “Ubuntu,” a word of Zulu origin which literally states that one can only be a person through other people. As Archbishop Desmund Tutu stated, “you cannot be human on your own. You are human through relationship.” An idea which, as we ELP fellows learned and
- [Inspiring JESC Conference together with Passion for Europe](https://jesc.eu/inspiring-jesc-conference-together-with-passion-for-europe/) - On 17 April evening, JESC and the Group Passion for Europe organized a conference titled “What Hope for Europe? Rethinking the Christian Contribution.” About sixty attendants witnessed a very inspiring conference in the Chapel of the Resurrection and seventy attendants joined online. JESC Director, Filipe Martins, opened the meeting by underlining the importance of the
- [Address of Pope Francis to the European Parliament, 25 November 2014, Strasbourg](https://jesc.eu/address-of-pope-francis-to-the-european-parliament-25-november-2014-strasbourg/) - Summary This visit to the European Parliament comes more than a quarter after that of Pope John Paul II. Pope Francis points out the big changes since then. The world had become less Eurocentric. Despite a larger and stronger EU, Europe seems to give the impression of being somewhat elderly and haggard, feeling less and
- [Understanding Ignatian Leadership - an ELP Fellow's perspective](https://jesc.eu/understanding-ignatian-leadership-an-elp-fellows-perspective/) - One of the five constitutive pillars of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) revolves around the so-called segment of leadership. Since ELP is a Jesuit inspired programme, we ELP fellows wonder “What does it mean to form leaders in the Ignatian tradition?” In Heroic Leadership. Best Practices from a 450-Year-Old Company That Changed the World, Chris
- [Passion for Europe event - The Christian contribution to Europe](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-event-the-christian-contribution-to-europe/) - On April 17th, the Passion for Europe group, in collaboration with JESC and hosted by Chapel for Europe, will be holding a hybrid event titled “What hope for Europe? Rethinking the Christian contribution.” Speakers include Archbishop Noel Treanor, Apostolic Nuncio to the European Union; Rev. Sarah-Jane King, Anglican priest and Officer in the European Commission;
- [Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive](https://jesc.eu/csddd_signing/) - Catholic voices on the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive PRESS RELEASE - Brussels, 16 March 2023 In a statement to be released on Thursday 16 March 2023, Catholic organisations call on the European Parliament to adopt a Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) marking “a true turning point in how the EU addresses the threats that corporate
- [Herman Van Rompuy speaking notes](https://jesc.eu/herman-van-rompuy-speaking-notes/) - Speaking notes from Herman Van Rompuy for the European Leadership Programme (ELP) - 11.01.2023 I am not looking for a scientific definition of leadership here. In any case, it is about someone who takes responsibility for a group, who tries to steer a private or public organisation in a certain direction with vision and persuasion.
- [Music for the Common Good](https://jesc.eu/music-for-the-common-good/) - What do you think of when you think of a classical musician? Do you think of big orchestras and lavish concert halls? Men in tailcoat suits and women in long black clothing that you wouldn't see anywhere else? Or maybe you have no classical music background and you just think classical music is for a
- [Reflections of the new cohort on the first months of the ELP](https://jesc.eu/reflections-of-the-new-cohort-on-the-first-months-of-the-elp/) - As our fellows are continuing their ELP journey, we want to share with you some of their thoughts and reflections about the first months of ELP eighth’s cohort. Therefore, the questions we asked the fellows are ‘What are your thoughts on the programme so far? Did anything in particular capture your interest?’ Anna Taraczközi: The
- [ELSiA’s “Ecological Conversion” workshop in Taizé](https://jesc.eu/elsias-ecological-conversion-workshop-in-taize/) - It was in the Autumn of 2021 that the European Laudato Si’ Alliance (ELSiA) organised its first ecology workshop in Taizé. As some might know, ELSiA is a Brussels-based alliance of several faith-inspired organisations to which JESC belongs, that collaborate together in order to promote the ecological vision and proposed practices of Pope Francis’ Laudato
- [The IXE meeting in Northern Ireland](https://jesc.eu/the-ixe-meeting-in-northern-ireland/) - JESC is a member of the “Initiative of Christians for Europe” (IXE). IXE brings together over ten networks of national Catholic organisations, including in the UK. Twice a year, IXE representatives meet, sometimes online, to address a common theme of European relevance and draft a shared document for dissemination which is addressed in particular to
- [Passion for Europe: A fruitful 2022 edition](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-a-fruitful-2022-edition/) - From Friday September 16 to Sunday the 18th, the Passion for Europe event took place in the La Pairelle Spiritual Centre, in Namur, Belgium. About 60 participants from more than 20 nationalities gathered to reflect on issues relevant to Europe, including the state of democracy and some of its threats, the growing presence and influence
- [Press release: Catholic organizations warn against green washing ahead of CCDA vote](https://jesc.eu/press-release-catholic-organizations-warn-against-green-washing-ahead-of-crucial-ccda-vote/) - As the European Parliament prepares to vote tomorrow on whether to veto the Commission’s proposal for a Complementary Climate Delegated Act (CCDA) during its plenary session in Strasbourg, CIDSE, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) and the Laudato Si’ Movement express their preoccupation and call on legislators to preserve the integrity of the EU Taxonomy
- [Join our summer programmes](https://jesc.eu/join-our-summer-programmes/) - ELP Graduation Ceremony: 30 June Join us at the Graduation Ceremony of our Spring 2022 cohort of the European Leadership Programme. The keynote speaker of the evening will be Bea Cantillon, Full Professor of Social Policy at the University of Antwerp, and member of the Herman Deleeck Centre for Social Policy. ???? 6:00PM ???? Press Club
- [Filipe Martins SJ appointed as new Director of JESC](https://jesc.eu/filipe-sj-appointed-as-new-director-of-jesc/) - Fr. Filipe Martins SJ (left) and Fr. Peter Rožič SJ (right) in the April 2022 JCEP meeting in Rodízio (Portugal) Franck Janin s.j., President of the Jesuit Conference of European Provincials, announced that Father Peter Rožič SJ will leave his position as Director of JESC and European Coordinator of the Social Apostolate on 6 September
- [Let’s see the EU for what it is](https://jesc.eu/lets-see-the-eu-for-what-it-is/) - Usually, when some of us carelessly decides to participate in a discussion on the European Union during a party or meeting outside of the European Bubble, we encounter interlocutors coming not from the classical political left-right axis, but rather from the unique axis related to the European integration: Eurosceptics and Euroenthusiasts. What is interesting here
- [Reflection day on Laudato Si'](https://jesc.eu/reflection-day-on-laudato-si/) - “Towards a Life-Style conversion” Press release, Brussels June 12th 2019 Four years after Pope Francis’ Encyclical letter on the “care for our common home”, representatives of European Bishops’ Conferences, as well as Catholic organisations and movements, held in Brussels the Second European Laudato Si’ Reflection Day on Wednesday 12 June 2019. At the core of
- [21 MEPs sent a letter to the Prime Minister of India asking the release Stan Swamy SJ](https://jesc.eu/release-stan-swamy/) - With the advocacy efforts of JESC, 21 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from the main political Groups sent a letter to the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, and to the Ambassador of India to Belgium, Mr. Santosh Jha, asking the immediate liberation of Stan Swamy on humanitarian grounds. The signatures were collected by
- [Stop the violence in Ukraine](https://jesc.eu/statement-on-the-situation-in-ukraine-and-europe/) - JESC statement on the situation in Ukraine and Europe On behalf of JESC, Luciano Larivera SJ, Secretary for European Affairs, reiterates the need of an innovative diplomatic solution to the war. "Russia, USA, NATO and the EU need to start finding a realistic and innovative diplomatic solution to the war in Ukraine immediately. China
- [Indigenous people in the Amazon](https://jesc.eu/indigenous-people-in-the-amazon/) - Editorial February 2022 In these parts the Piranha perhaps the most famous fish of Amazonia. Given its combination of minute size and savagery readers might be surprised to learn that piranha are a valued source of food. A member of JESC staff has eaten one and it seems its light delicate taste is to
- [JESC releases the final report of the Interfaith Youth Convention on the European Green Deal](https://jesc.eu/jesc-releases-the-last-report-of-the-interfaith-youth-convention/) - JESC and its partners announce the release of the report on the "Interfaith Youth Convention on the European Green Deal", an event that gathered young Europeans who shared their recommendations with for a better care of our Common Home. The event had the participation of European Commission’s Executive Vice-President and Commissioner for the European Green
- [Listening with the ear of the heart](https://jesc.eu/listening-with-the-ear-of-the-heart/) - St. Francis de Sales is the patron saint of Catholic communicators and, in particular, journalists, because he was a great and appreciated writer for the masses. “A study of his communication style reveals that love for God and charity for man are his supreme inspirational principles”, Vincenzo Marinelli declares. Once again this year on his
- [Together for an integral ecology](https://jesc.eu/together-for-an-integral-ecology/) - The notion of "integral ecology is like Noah's Ark, a solid reality to face storms"; while that of "sustainability" is comparable to the Rainbow of the Genesis story, beautiful and colorful, useful and pacifying, but risks being in the air and disappearing quickly. It recalls the risk of greenwashing, that is, the adjective "sustainable" is
- [Roberta Metsola elected European Parliament president](https://jesc.eu/roberta-metsola/) - On January 18th, Roberta Metsola was elected European Parliament President, with 458 votes out of the 705 MEPs in Parliament. As First Vice-President she had also the responsibility for implementing Article 17 dialogue. The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) has had several opportunities to work with her in the Dialogue with Churches, religious associations or communities, philosophical and
- [European Year of Youth 2022](https://jesc.eu/european-year-of-youth-2022/) - The European Parliament and the Council decided to declare 2022 the European Year of Youth (22 December 2021). This proposal was announced by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, in her 2021 State of the Union address, when she considered that the pandemic has deprived young people of many opportunities: Covid has
- [In grateful memory of David Sassoli](https://jesc.eu/in-grateful-memory-of-david-sassoli/) - David Sassoli, the president of the European Parliament, has died at the age of 65, on Tuesday (11 January) at a hospital in Italy. JESC expresses its sorrow for the passing of this sincere, courageous, amiable politician and journalist. We would like to remember him with the words of gratitude written for us by
- [Otilia Dhand: a top leader creates trust and has a clear vision](https://jesc.eu/otilia-dhand-a-top-leader-creates-trust-and-has-a-clear-vision/) - On 17.11.2021 Otilia Dhand finds herself sitting in the middle of the 4th cohort of the ELP European Leadership Programme. She seems to be full of confidence and she is concentrating. Her voice is warm and kind. For the next two hours, she will tell us about her life. Otilia begins sharing with a
- [Develop Leadership Skills through Volunteering](https://jesc.eu/develop-leadership-skills-through-volunteering/) - Why volunteering will help you to develop your leadership skills, advance in your career and live better One of the core pillars of the European Leadership Programme is Service. As part of the programme, the fellows are invited to dedicate a certain amount of their time to volunteer. Society generally recognizes the action of “helping
- [Facing the Climate and Environmental Challenge: Insights on Political Leadership](https://jesc.eu/facing-the-climate-and-environmental-challenge-insights-on-political-leadership/) - On the 2nd of November 2021, the fellows of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) had the pleasure of speaking with Edmond Grace SJ, currently Secretary for Justice and Ecology at the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) in Brussels. If the ecology challenge ahead requires attending to the technicalities of the transition, Fr Grace however, considers
- [The Accidental Faith of the Predetermined Mind](https://jesc.eu/the-accidental-faith-of-the-predetermined-mind/) - Interview with Olivér Várhelyi, European Commissioner for Neighbourhood and Enlargement On the 11th of November, ELP fellows welcomed Olivér Várhelyi, European Commissioner for Neighbourhood and Enlargement, to share his thoughts about leadership, personal values, and his position in the Commission. Background and values When presenting himself, Commissioner Várhelyi highlighted his family roots from the Southern (Szeged)
- [ELSiA’s eco-spirituality workshop in Taizé](https://jesc.eu/elsias-eco-spirituality-workshop-in-taize/) - The European Laudato si Alliance - known as ELSiA - hosted an eco-spirituality workshop for its six faith-based member organisations in Taizé, France, the weekend of November 12- 14. With the goal of reflecting on the ecological spirituality described in Pope Francis’ Laudato si’ encyclical, 14 representatives of COMECE, Caritas Europa, Justice and Peace Europe,
- [Every spirituality has a story](https://jesc.eu/every-spirituality-has-a-story/) - Editorial November 2021 ELSiA - The European Laudato Si’ Alliance - is a network of Catholic organisations with a commitment to promoting the vision of Laudato Si’. Last Friday a group of people from these diverse organisations set out for Taize. We came from many different countries and with differing levels of seniority in our
- [IXE Statement on the rule of law](https://jesc.eu/ixe-statement-on-the-rule-of-law/) - IXE, which stands for the “Initiative of Christians for Europe” is a group of multiple organizations including the JESC, that represents Catholic social teachings in Europe. IXE had its six-monthly meeting in Gent (October 15th-17th). The main topic of the session was the rule of law because of both the tensions within the European
- [Interfaith Youth Convention Report is launched](https://jesc.eu/first-report-of-its-interfaith-youth-convention/) - JESC and its partners release the first report on the Interfaith Youth Convention on the European Green Deal, an initiative which gathers young Europeans from different faith backgrounds to reflect on the care for our Common Home in the context of the EU Green Deal. The report is launched on the occasion of the UN Climate Change Conference
- [Suffering transforms us](https://jesc.eu/suffering-transforms-us/) - There are currently around 5000 migrants in Bosnia and Herzegovina waiting to enter the European Union countries. It is unacceptable that the 21st century, at the Gates of Europe, we have people who do not have basic living conditions such as food, clothing, and drinking water. A large number of migrants return from “The
- [Business and the Earth](https://jesc.eu/business-and-the-earth/) - Editorial October 2021 On 25 September, 2019, at the invitation of Commissioner Mairéad McGuiness, Vice President responsible for dialogue with churches, religious and philosophical associations, an event was held in the European Parliament. It was hosted by JESC and attended by representatives of a number of companies around Europe with a commitment to ecological values.
- [Eco-Camp: Reconnecting youth with the nature](https://jesc.eu/eco-camp/) - Valerio Ciriello SJ from Lassalle Institute in Switzerland organised an Eco Summer Camp for Young People from 22 to 27 of August 2021 on the theme "From wild consumption to responsible engagement." In this interview Valerio speaks shares his experiences on what moved him to start this venture and how does he intend to take
- [Loyola 2022 Justice and Ecology Congress](https://jesc.eu/loyola-2022-congress/) - The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) is pleased to launch the new Loyola 2002 Congress website. ​​The Loyola 2022 Congress will take place between 28th March to 1st April 2022 at Loyola, Spain. The Congress will act as a milestone in the “deeper renewal” and align processes of the Jesuit Conference of European Provincials
- [Interfaith Youth Convention on the European Green Deal](https://jesc.eu/interfaith-youth-convention-on-the-european-green-deal/) - Registrations Open JESC and its partners are pleased to invite you to the "Interfaith Youth Convention on the European Green Deal – Striking a Deal for our Common Home", which will take place on 25 November 2021, from 11:00 to 12:30 CET on Zoom. The Conference will have the participation of EU Commission’s Executive Vice-President Frans
- [A Conversation with Giorgio Gotra](https://jesc.eu/a-conversation-with-giorgio-gotra/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Campaign Project Officer at CIDSE, Giorgio Gotra joins us to discuss the global situation of the youth and the intersection between ecology and socio-economic inclusion across generations. Dive into the challenges facing young people, their inspiration and their potential to shape our future in Europe and beyond at this month's edition of the story. 1. Who
- [A More Brutal Africa 3rd Wave](https://jesc.eu/a-more-brutal-africa-3rd-wave/) - A third wave of COVID-19 infections more brutal than the first two that came before is seriously ravaging some sub-Saharan Africa countries, most of them in southern Africa as the continent falls way behind the rest of the world in vaccinations. The current rate of infections being experienced in sub-Saharan Africa is the fastest
- [Stan Swamy SJ: Jesuit human rights activist dies at 84](https://jesc.eu/stan-swamy-jesuit-jailed-activist-died-at-84/) - We are deeply saddened to hear that Fr. Stan Swamy SJ, human rights activist and Jesuit priest, passed away on Monday, July 5. The 84 year old activist died in the hospital while waiting for bail. Stan Swamy SJ, the oldest person to be accused of terrorism in India, was arrested in October 2020.
- ["A Line in the Sand" Book Review](https://jesc.eu/a-line-in-the-sand/) - "A Line in the Sand": Britain, France and the Struggle that Shaped the Middle East by James Barr Through the European Leadership Programme, every cohort of fellows engages in the long-standing Jesuit tradition of forming leaders to change the world. It is clear, even to the most casual reader of A Line in the Sand
- [A step towards leadership](https://jesc.eu/a-step-towards-leadership/) - Giving a step towards leadership means giving a step towards an inner journey of self-discovery. It requires hard work, discipline and self-awareness. Leadership is like climbing a mountain - the journey is long and tough but, when you arrive at the top, you will find the sun. That is what our fellows experienced last weekend.
- [Keeping the momentum](https://jesc.eu/keeping-the-momentum/) - An editorial for the June edition of the Leadership Post The team of the European Leadership Programme has learnt a great deal about humility from the experience of the pandemic. We learnt about the limitations of our actions and their influence, to face the unexpected time and again, as well as to reflect even more
- [The foundations of empathetic leadership](https://jesc.eu/the-foundations-of-empathetic-leadership/) - A talk with Joanna Rohozinska about the invaluable leadership skills of our times On 21 April the fourth cohort of fellows from the European Leadership Programme (ELP) met with Joanna Rohozinska, Resident Program Director for Europe at the International Republican Institute (IRI). Similarly to previous ELP events, the talk with Joanna was informal and friendly,
- [A Case for Climate and Outer-Space Collaboration](https://jesc.eu/a-case-for-climate-and-outer-space-collaboration/) - A Case for Climate and Outer-Space Collaboration: Managing the World with the Great-Powers’ Good and Bad A new club of “states that need to be there” “for genuine and sustained strategic dialogue” (Haass and Kupchan) Introduction. In their Foreign Affairs article (March 2021),1 R. Haass and C. Kupchan predict a catastrophe unless
- [The missing part in the European Green Deal](https://jesc.eu/the-missing-part-in-the-european-green-deal/) - Editorial June 2021 A circular economy will require a transformation of everyday life. Few will argue with this statement but this particular truism needs closer attention. The European Green Deal singles out four industries - textiles, construction, electronic equipment and plastics. It also speaks of a 'farm to fork' policy for food. If the
- [Belarus’ Velvet revolution](https://jesc.eu/belarus-velvet-revolution/) - What is happening in Belarus? Belarus, a geostrategic country located on the eastern side of Europe, has been trapped in an authoritarian regime under Alyaksandr Lukashenko’s Communist Party since 1994. Freedom House1 considers Belarus to be a non-free country, with constantly manipulated national elections and a considerable restriction on civil and political rights. Today
- [The charming business of diplomacy](https://jesc.eu/the-charming-business-of-diplomacy/) - On May 12, the ELP fellows had the opportunity to meet Baron Franciskus Frans van Daele, one of Belgium’s finest and most qualified diplomats. He shared anecdotes and insights about his experience in the diplomatic service and offered the fellows his unique perspective on the current challenges faced at the European and Global levels.
- [A valuable learning experience](https://jesc.eu/a-valuable-learning-experience/) - An editorial to the June edition of Leadership Post The Graduation Ceremony will wait for you online as well as offline. For those being in Brussels, please join us in person on 2nd July at 6PM and register here. Those being abroad can follow the formal part of the Ceremony online on the social
- [The ELP as a gateway to the job market](https://jesc.eu/gateway-to-the-job-market/) - An editorial to the January edition of Leadership Post Those who are in their 20s, after their graduation but before catching an employment contract, well, they are at one of the most vulnerable transition periods in their youth life. Usually traineeships fill this gap. Perhaps more - and some of them might not be reimbursed.
- [The year in retrospect](https://jesc.eu/the-year-in-retrospect/) - An editorial to the December edition of Leadership Post The Holy Eve means the mid-term for ELP Fellows. They are mid-way: three of them already shifted to new jobs, while others are looking for options once their traineeship ends in February 2021. They have been living together in a community in one of the three
- ['Memory and the future of Europe' Book review](https://jesc.eu/a-subjective-book-review/) - Peter J. Verovšek: "Memory and the future of Europe, Rupture and integration in the wake of total war" Book Review by Zsófia Voda, Former ELP Assistant “We are prophets of a future not our own.” Attributed to Archbishop Oscar Romero “If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each
- [Filipe Martins SJ appointed the new Justice Renewal Assistant Coordinator and Congress Officer](https://jesc.eu/filipe-martins-sj-appointed-the-new-justice-renewal-assistant/) - Assistant Coordinator for the “Deeper Renewal” Processes of the JCEP Justice Networks and the Event Officer of the Loyola 2022 Justice and Ecology Congress Filipe Martins SJ has been appointed the new Justice Renewal Assistant Coordinator and Congress Officer at the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC). Working as the new Justice Renewal Officer, Fr. Martins
- ["A meaningful, in-depth and multicultural opportunity"](https://jesc.eu/a-meaningful-in-depth-and-multicultural-opportunity/) - We present you our exclusive interview with Elena Perez, former Development Intern at Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) from March to May 2021. 1. Describe yourself in three words: resolute, committed, resilient. 2. Tell us a bit about yourself. I am a Spaniard who loves engaging in countless projects and bringing people together to
- [Pope Francis meets European Commission President at the Vatican](https://jesc.eu/pope-francis-meets-european-commission-president-at-the-vatican/) - In an audience at the Vatican on Saturday morning, May 22, Pope Francis received the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, who subsequently met with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, accompanied by Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States. The Pope and the European Commission President spoke privately
- [India’s Inconvenient Case of Stan Swamy SJ](https://jesc.eu/indias-inconvenient-case-of-stan-swamy-sj/) - What (Counter) Terrorism is Not: India’s Inconvenient Case of Stan Swamy SJ “A caged bird can still sing.” Stan Swamy’s letter from the prison Stan Swamy is the oldest Indian to be incarcerated under terrorist charges. Under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested this 84-year-old Jesuit for his
- [Laudato Si’ week 2021](https://jesc.eu/laudato-si-week-2021/) - Editorial May 2021 Six years ago Laudato Si' spoke of Sister Earth ‘crying out.’ By issuing a call to dialogue on our common home, it echoed the the opening words of the Vatican II document, ‘Gaudium te Spes:’ The joys and the hopes, the griefs and the anxieties of the people of this age, especially
- [The Threat of Climate Change and the Pope’s Response](https://jesc.eu/the-threat-of-climate-change-and-the-popes-response/) - “Today’s ecological crisis, especially climate change, threatens the very future of the human family.” Pope Francis (2019)1 Human Security as Humanity’s Survival: The Threat of Climate Change and the Pope’s Response In this short reflection, I discuss the relative weight of climate change as a security risk. I asses the discussion through the lens of
- [JESC joins Catholic international movement to divest from fossil fuels](https://jesc.eu/jesc-joins-catholic-international-movement-to-divest-from-fossil-fuels/) - The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) has joined the joint movement to divest from fossil fuels, along with other Catholic organisations such as Caritas Internationalis, Catholic banks, bishops and others. A full list of institutions can be seen here. JESC is committed to fight climate change and believes that this task must be done
- [Support our Mission and Vision](https://jesc.eu/support-our-mission-and-vision/) - Do you want to get to know us better? Our mission and vision is to advocate for a more just Europe that addresses the modern challenges in light of our christian values of law, human dignity and common good. Your donations support our advocacy campaigns to help those in need as well as our formation
- [Fr Stan Swamy ill with suspected Covid-19](https://jesc.eu/fr-stan-swamy-ill-with-suspected-covid-19/) - 84-year-old Jesuit gravely ill in prison with “headache, fever and cough Fr Stan Swamy SJ, the 84-year-old Jesuit, activist and defender of the rights of indigenous peoples who was incarcerated on 9th October 2020 in Taloja prison, Mumbai, is now ill with the symptoms of Covid-19. Fr Swamy has not been tested or vaccinated despite
- [Giving hope to the forgotten children of Sofia](https://jesc.eu/giving-hope-to-the-forgotten-children-of-sofia/) - In an effort to reflect on the life, policies and practices of the European Union, JESC presents a set of interviews with the Social Delegates from provinces all over Europe and the Near East. We invite you to read the interview with Markus Inama SJ, former Social Delegate for Austria and Germany, Superior of the
- ["I have always felt within me a call and a desire to help"](https://jesc.eu/i-have-always-felt-within-me-a-call-and-a-desire-to-help/) - In an effort to reflect on the life, policies and practices of the European Union, JESC presents a set of interviews with the Social Delegates from provinces all over Europe. We invite you to read the interview with Fernando Ribeiro SJ, Social Delegate of the Jesuit Portuguese Province and Coordinator of the Social Apostolate Commission.
- ["The refugees teach me that life always wins"](https://jesc.eu/refugees-teach-me-that-life-always-wins/) - In a effort to reflect on the life, policies and practices of the European Union, JESC presents a set of interviews with the Social Delegates from provinces all over Europe. We invite you to read the interview with Stanko Perica SJ, Social Delegate for the Jesuit Province of Croatia and Director of the Jesuit Refugee
- [The sense of vocation and a green future for Europe](https://jesc.eu/the-sense-of-vocation-and-a-green-future-for-europe/) - On March 29, the ELP fellows met with Ms. Cristina Lobillo Borrero, Head of Energy Policy, Directorate-General for Energy, invited the Fellows. For the ELP Fellows this was a great occasion to learn from the personal experience of a public servant passionate about the European Union and the energy sector. From Cordoba to the heart
- [God is dead, God remains dead, and Neo-Liberalism has killed him](https://jesc.eu/god-is-dead-god-remains-dead/) - How shall the EU comfort itself, the murderer of murderers? Josef Stalin died when my grandma was 8 years old. Every house had to hang a black flag from its front door. If you somehow “forgot” to hang the flag, the fisherman might find you conspicuously “drowned” in the river a week later, or
- [Season of the Resurrection](https://jesc.eu/season-of-the-resurrection/) - It is not easy to celebrate the season of the Resurrection. The actual event on Easter Sunday has a certain excitement but the interaction of the risen Jesus with the disciples during this time is nowhere near as vivid as, say, his dealings with Peter, or with the Sons of Zebedee, or having a meal
- [An old voice](https://jesc.eu/an-old-voice/) - Finding one voice from different parts of the world is not easy, but the Core Group of Ecojesuit, the global Jesuit network for ecology, has been trying to do just that for almost three years. The Eco-Bites editor represents Europe at these Core Group meetings which usually take place around lunch time in Brussels. The
- [The stories and aspirations of those who fight for a greener world](https://jesc.eu/an-opportunity-to-reflect-upon-ecology-with-brex-arevalo/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Brex Arevalo, Project Manager at Ecojesuit. Our Eco-bites team interviewed Brex Arevalo, Project Manager at Ecojesuit, who actively advocates for ecology by engaging with Jesuits and global partners and by promoting ecological action through sustainable development. Qs: Who is Brex Arevalo? Tell us a bit about your background. I’m an environmental planner
- [A conversation with Kevin Hargaden](https://jesc.eu/a-conversation-with-kevin-hargaden/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Director of the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice in Dublin, Kevin Hargaden talks with us about political ecology, christian faith, and the future of our societies. Qs: Who is Kevin Hargaden, tell us a bit about your background. I am married to Claire, who is a prison chaplain at the biggest
- [A Conversation with Charles Dhinakaran](https://jesc.eu/a-conversation-with-charles-dhinakaran/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Manager at the Conference Development Office of the Jesuit Conference of India and South Asia, Charles Dhinakaran joins our interview series to discuss the nexus between international development, faith and ecology. Learn about the field-work of the JCI-SA on integral ecology and the political economy of sustainable development at this month's edition
- [A Conversation with Xavier de Bénazé](https://jesc.eu/a-conversation-with-xavier-de-benaze/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Recently been appointed Laudato Si' delegate at the French West Europe Province, Xavier de Bénazé talk with us about how the Society of Jesus is embracing Ecology as a fundamental element of its mission. Qs: Let’s set the frame: Who is Xavier de Bénazé? Tell us a bit about your background. I
- [How to rebuild trust in society](https://jesc.eu/how-to-rebuild-trust-in-society/) - A question asked of all the ELP fellows after their first online session with Louisa Slavkova, Founder and Executive director of Sofia Platform, enhancing the democratic political culture in Bulgaria. The path to become a leader Louisa grew up in a small remote town in Bulgaria. As the daughter of a divorced mother, her
- [Memory and the future of Europe](https://jesc.eu/memory-and-the-future-of-europe/) - The future of Europe cannot be imagined without a deep understanding of its past. However, being shaped by a wide variety of cultures and national identities, the history of the European Union includes relevant differences. Collective memories have the power to reunify this heterogeneity and reveal a common path toward European integration. Dr. Peter
- [Ethics and sustainability](https://jesc.eu/ethics-and-sustainability/) - We are living not only an epoch of change but a change of epoch. Digital and technological innovations are creating a huge range of new opportunities. Technology offers instruments to build a better world but it needs ethical parameters. Not everything that is technically possible is ethically acceptable. Therefore a basic principle of the European
- [The humanitarian cost of the war in Nagorno Karabakh](https://jesc.eu/the-humanitarian-cost-of-the-war-in-nagorno-karabakh/) - In last few months, the Nagorno Karabakh region has become a hot topic in the media with escalating of the "frozen Nagorno-Karabakh conflict" between Armenia and Azerbaijan. The region is a landlocked area in South Caucasus with rich mineral resources such as gold, copper and platinum. It is internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan but
- [Franck Janin SJ visits JESC](https://jesc.eu/fr-franck-janin-sj-visits-jesc/) - Franck Janin SJ, the President of the Conference of European Provincials, visited JESC on March 2nd to meet with collaborators and to discuss JESC's mission in the European Union. The visit took place in Collège Saint Michel in Brussels. Peter Rožič SJ, director of the Jesuit European Social Centre, opened the visitation with an introduction
- [Ecological transformation through encounter with oneself and others](https://jesc.eu/ecological-transformation/) - We live in an age in which humans have become the greatest factor influencing biological, geological and atmospheric processes on earth. In no other epoch in human history have humans influenced their environment as massively as in the last two centuries. Man-made environmental destruction shows the devastating consequences. Climate change, the extinction of flora and
- [Luciano Larivera SJ appointed as JESC’s new Secretary for European Affairs](https://jesc.eu/jescs-new-secretary-for-european-affairs/) - Luciano Larivera SJ has been appointed the new Secretary for European Affairs at the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC). He is succeeding Fr. Martin Maier whose election as new director of Adveniat by the German Catholic Bishop Conference has been announced last month. Fr. Larivera has a background working as journalist, covering news from international
- [JESC Annual Report 2020](https://jesc.eu/jesc-annual-report-2021/) - We have just published our Annual Report 2020. Despite the challenging year, it is with great gratitude that JESC shares the main activities, publications, projects and events that kept us in the path of promoting vision and values for Europe. The year of 2020 was marked by vulnerability due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We had
- [Joint Open Statement calling for the immediate release of Fr. Stan Swamy SJ](https://jesc.eu/joint-open-statement-calling-for-the-immediate-release-of-fr-stan-swamy-sj/) - Read the Full Document International Solidarity Group for Fr. Stan Swamy SJ December 10, 2020 Joint Open Statement calling for the immediate release of Fr. Stan Swamy SJ The undersigned, several organisations linked to the Society of Jesus, would like to express our grave ongoing concerns regarding the 83-year-old Indian Jesuit priest and human rights
- [Martin Maier SJ first remarks on the new role](https://jesc.eu/first-remarks/) - Martin Maier, Secretary for European Affairs at the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) since 2014, has been elected as new Director of Adveniat by the German Catholic Bishop Conference. We invite you to read Martin's first reactions on taking over Adveniat Direction. What was you first reaction when you were invited to take on
- [Martin Maier SJ appointed the new managing director of Adveniat](https://jesc.eu/martin-maier-sj-appointed-the-new-managing-director-of-adveniat/) - Martin Maier, Secretary for European Affairs at the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) since 2014, has been elected as new General Manager Director of Adveniat by the German Catholic Bishop Conference. Adveniat is the german episcopal charity-organisation for Latin America and the Caribbean. Since 1961, Adveniat supports project of the Catholic Church in the
- [A Christian voice for the voiceless](https://jesc.eu/a-christian-voice-for-the-voiceless/) - It was an innovative initiative: eight Christian social justice organizations, all based in Brussels, entered into extensive dialogue with two members of the European Parliament: Klaus Buchner from the Greens and Andreas Schwab from the European People’s Party. Beyond party differences, it became evident that the voice of Christians is highly relevant in the most
- [Is Europe working on a new collective memory?](https://jesc.eu/is-europe-working-on-a-new-collective-memory/) - Europe’s understanding of history is destined to change. This process is knocking at Europe’s door and promises to change completely the way we look at our past and, consequently, in our future. What it becomes central is, therefore, that the European Union is at the edge of a new internal revolution. This existential issue deserves
- [Towards a Life-Style conversion](https://jesc.eu/full-circle-or-loose-ends/) - On Wednesday, June 12th, participants from all over Europe gathered in Brussels to share insights and initiatives regarding the protection of our common home in the face of the current climate crisis. The ideas shared were the cornerstone of the Second European Laudato Si’ Reflection Day, hosted by the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of
- [Solidarity - a vaccine for Europe](https://jesc.eu/solidarity-a-vaccine-for-europe/) - In late March, in one of his rare public statements, former European Commission president Jacques Delors gave a dramatic warning, “The climate that persists between heads of state and government and the lack of European solidarity are putting the European Union in mortal danger.” Indeed, the poor management of the Coronavirus crisis and the lack
- [Coming together to foster solidarity and overcome this crisis](https://jesc.eu/coming-together-to-foster-solidarity-and-overcome-this-crisis/) - Eco-Bites February Editorial The world in which we live has become very intricate. This is true of our world in general but also of the Society of Jesus. It is a by-product of the possibilities opened up by communications technology. This issue of Eco-Bites has an interview with Charles Dhinakaran of the Jesuit Conference of
- [Creating a new vision for our world](https://jesc.eu/creating-a-new-vision-for-our-world/) - Eco-Bites December Editorial It is easy to scan “green” announcements in the academic sector and move on, but these reflect the achievement and dedication of people who want to make our relationship with the earth more clearly understood. Academic life has a reputation for being 'political.' It is not a pleasant reputation to have. It
- [Top tips for graduates: Entering the job market in 2021](https://jesc.eu/entering-the-job-market-in-2021/) - Finding a job in times of economic crisis has always been challenging. But never before have job seekers been so out of touch with potential employers. On January 21, Masha Tarle gave a 2-hour workshop to our ELP fellows teaching them practical techniques to engage employers and re-energize their job search. It is not the
- [The EU between a deadly risk and an innovating vision](https://jesc.eu/the-eu-between-a-deadly-risk-and-an-innovating-vision/) - The European Union faces a deadly risk. Due to the lack of solidarity in the beginnings of the Covid-19 pandemic the future of the Union is jeopardized. Maurizio Massari, ambassador of Italy at the EU, in a tribune published by Politico on march 10 uttered an urgent cry for help which was blatantly ignored
- [Towards another world of fraternity and social friendship](https://jesc.eu/towards-another-world-of-fraternity-and-social-friendship-2/) - On Sunday 4 october Pope Francis published his long-awaited new Encyclical "Fratelli tutti". The title is a literal quotation from Saint Francis of Assisi, who addressed his brothers and sisters and proposed to them a way of life marked by the flavour of the Gospel. It is a call to love others as brothers and
- [Dreaming and revealing the gifts of 2021](https://jesc.eu/dreaming-and-revealing-the-gifts-of-2021/) - “What are your dreams? What are your hopes? What would be your desires at this early stage of 2021?”, asks JESC Director, Peter Rožič SJ, in his video welcoming the New Year. In this Epiphany day marking the end of Christmas season, Peter Rožič SJ shares his wishes for the new year and reveals JESC’s
- [How to become a better and more mature leader](https://jesc.eu/becoming-a-more-mature-leader/) - The European Leadership Programme is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those who want to become European leaders. It also gives them the possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions and
- [Leadership as an act of humility](https://jesc.eu/leadership-as-an-act-of-humility/) - The European Leadership Programme (ELP) is about personal and professional growth. ELP considers our alumnus as family. We want to stay connected to encourage them and walk side-by-side with them on their journey. We want to connect and support our network of Alumni in promoting the mission of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) of shaping
- [ELP participates in the European Employment Job Fair](https://jesc.eu/elp-participates-in-the-european-employment-job-fair/) - The European Leadership Programme (ELP) participated in the European Commission and European Parliament Job Fair 2021 presenting the Programme to more than 170 participants. Graduates and young people are at one of the most vulnerable transition period in their youth life due to the challenges in securing jobs or engaging in self-employment. To help
- [Conclusions are never to be taken for granted](https://jesc.eu/conclusions-are-never-to-be-taken-for-granted/) - An editorial to the November edition of Leadership Post We will remember November 2020 as the month when the Multiannual Financial Framework – the future seven year long EU budget – has been vetoed at the political level by two member states, in order to gain negotiation leverage against the introduction of a new rule
- [The way to the responsible leadership](https://jesc.eu/the-way-to-the-responsible-leadership/) - The European Leadership Programme is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those who want to become European leaders. It also gives them the possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions
- [A new year brings a new initiative for us here in JESC](https://jesc.eu/a-new-year-brings-a-new-initiative-for-us-here-in-jesc/) - Ecojesuit is a global network which sets itself the task of 'connecting Jesuits, people and ecology.' Ecojesuit-Europe has been in existence for a year and is now welcoming new members.
- [Alba Requejo appointed new Secretary-General of Stand Up for Europe](https://jesc.eu/new-secretary-general-of-stand-up-for-europe/) - Alba Requejo is the new Secretary-General of Stand Up for Europe. Alba has previously worked at JESC as Content and Social Media Assistant being also responsible for the Social Media Coordination at The European Leadership Programme (ELP). JESC congratulates Alba Requejo on her new role as Secretary-General and we wish her all the best in
- [Botond Feledy appointed as JESC's new Deputy-General](https://jesc.eu/botond-feledy-appointed-as-jesc-new-deputy-general/) - We are delighted to introduce Botond Feledy in his new role as Deputy Director of the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC). In addition to being JESC Secretary for Leadership and the European Leadership Programme (ELP) manager, Botond Feledy was appointed as the new Deputy Director of JESC. Botond Feledy has worked in the Hungarian
- [A beautiful farewell message](https://jesc.eu/a-beautiful-farewell-message/) - Last month we said goodbye to our colleague Bérénice Lang, who was working as Assistant to the Director. Bérénice left us a beautiful message.
- [The Jesuit view from Europe's power center](https://jesc.eu/the-jesuit-view-from-europes-power-center/) - JESC Director, Peter Rožič SJ was interview by Mike Jordan Laskey, Director of Communications at the Jesuit Conference, about the pandemic year in Europe, the importance of forming young leaders with Ignatian values, and his colorful childhood and early inklings of a Jesuit vocation in his native Slovenia. This podcast is a production of the
- [Europe at a Green Crossroads](https://jesc.eu/europe-at-a-green-crossroads/) - Former EU Commissioner for Environment, Janez Potocnik’s Lecture at the ELP After the ELP Fellows and Staff logged off from work on Friday, the 20th of November, they all, with excited anticipation, logged on to Zoom to participate in Dr. Janez Potocnik’s lecture on the aspirational implementation strategy of the European Green Deal. Dr. Potocnik,
- [The importance of human dignity](https://jesc.eu/the-importance-of-human-dignity/) - The European Leadership Programme is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those who want to become European leaders. It also gives them the possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions and
- [An Authentic Conversation with John Dardis SJ](https://jesc.eu/an-authentic-conversation-with-john-dardis-sj/) - On 11 December, the fellows of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) spoke with John Dardis SJ, on the subject of authenticity as it relates to our own personal vocations. After some brief introductions, Fr Dardis showed us a video-clip of a commercial. While watching this commercial, it was clear that Fr Dardis was moved deeply.
- [Start of ELP 4th Edition brings hope despite Covid](https://jesc.eu/start-of-elp-4th-edition-brings-hope-despite-covid/) - An editorial to the October edition of Leadership Post The best comfort against the second wave of corona was the sheer number of European Leadership Fellows joining the 2020 Fall Cohort: fourteen! The ELP Team is extremely proud despite the current circumstances our programme could attract such a group of young professionals, when the number
- [Sustainable Prosperity for All](https://jesc.eu/sustainable-prosperity-for-all/) - Eco-Bites November Editorial Speaking about ecological urgency, Pope Francis urged us to “reflect on our accountability before those who will have to endure the dire consequences”. To fulfil this mandate, ecology must play a critical role in the future of economics and global justice. The Economy of Francesco cannot afford to run independent from the vision
- [Dreaming and preparing the future of Europe](https://jesc.eu/dreaming-and-preparing-the-future-of-europe/) - A zoom conference on "A Europe of fraternity and social friendship" Pope Francis is a great dreamer. Recently he published his encyclical Fratelli tutti where he shares his dreams of worldwide fraternity and social friendship. In an even more recent letter on Europe he offers his dreams on the future of this continent which is
- [Understanding leadership through Flow Theory](https://jesc.eu/leadership-understanding-through-flow-theory/) - On 14th of October the European Leadership Programme fellows engaged in a dynamic coaching session with Dr Szilvia Fodor. Dr Fodor, who is a psychologist and professor at the University of Debrecen in Hungary, is a recurring trainer amongst the ELP fellows, having delivered coaching sessions and talks to all cohorts. With a broad background
- [The Power of Spiritual Conversation for our Broken World](https://jesc.eu/the-power-of-spiritual-conversation-for-our-broken-world/) - An editorial to the November edition of Just Talk In the past few weeks, I had a privilege to participate in, or guide, several spiritual conversations. I participated in a module of the Discerning Leadership course with Church and civil leaders in Rome. I organised a weekend retreat with the Fellows of our European
- [A Europe of Fraternity and Social Friendship](https://jesc.eu/a-europe-of-fraternity-and-social-friendship/) - 28 November 2020, 10h00 - 16h00 A Zoom conference on "Europe – an evolving family of peoples. Pope Francis' vision of fraternity and social friendship". I am invited to present to you briefly the Letter of Pope Francis on Europe that was made public the 27th October, just before the celebration of the Plenary
- [Infographic FRATELLI TUTTI](https://jesc.eu/infographic-fratelli-tutti/) - Infographic FRATELLI TUTTI
- [Passion for Europe Presentation](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-presentation/) - A Europe of Fraternity and Social Friendship - Passion for Europe Nov 28, 2020
- [Don´t give up hope! Insights from Laudato Sí in times of crisis](https://jesc.eu/dont-give-up-hope-insights-from-laudato-si-in-times-of-crisis/) - In the present situation of confusion and dismay, a first thought should go to the victims of the corona pandemic. There is so much suffering and despair all over the world. There are so many families affected who even cannot say goodbye to their beloved ones. As always the poor are the most severely hit.
- [In memory of Fr. Josep Messa Buxareu SJ](https://jesc.eu/in-memory-of-fr-josep-messa-buxareu-sj/) - In loving memory Is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of Fr. Josep Messa Buxareu SJ in Sant Cugat del Vallès, Spain, on November 22, at the age of 95. Fr. Josep Messa Buxareu SJ worked in the “The Catholic Information and Initiative Office for Europe (OCIPE)” between 2002 and
- [A truly devoted European](https://jesc.eu/travelling-through-politics-and-leadership/) - On 10 November, the European Leadership Programme (ELP) Fellows met with Sylvie Goulard, vice-president of the National Bank of France and the former French minister of defence as well as former Member of the European Parliament (MEP). During the one and one-half hour-long discussion she shared her personal experiences from her time in politics and leadership
- [Shaping the skills of the leaders of tomorrow](https://jesc.eu/elp-in-shaping-the-skills-of-leaders-of-tomorrow/) - The European Leadership Programme is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those who want to become European leaders. It also gives them the possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions
- [Reflections on the ELP Spiritual Retreat](https://jesc.eu/reflections-on-the-elp-spiritual-retreat/) - Between 31 October and 1 November, following one month of dynamic experiences, internships and lectures, Fellows of the European Leadership Programme (ELP) devoted their time to a weekend spiritual retreat under the guidance of Father Peter Rožič SJ. This last weekend provided us with an opportunity to deepen our personal and professional attitudes and helped us
- [ELP Meets S&D President's spokesperson Victoria Martin de la Torre](https://jesc.eu/elp-meets-spokesperson/) - On October 14th, the European Leadership Programme Fellows met with Journalist and S&D President's spokesperson Victoria Martin de la Torre. This vivid debate, based on Ms. de la Torre book "Europe, a Leap Into the Unknown: A Journey Back in Time to Meet the Founders of the European Union" introduced us to the history and
- [Faith and Works in Beguinage](https://jesc.eu/faith-and-works-in-beguinage/) - Following the introductory session of the European Leadership Programme, the ELP fellows living in the Beguinage house sought to complete their first volunteer project together. The Beguinage house consists of fellows, Antonina Borrello (Italy), Henri Chabrier (France), Katinka Mossóczy (Hungary) and Nikolas Schulze-Makuch (Germany). Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the options for volunteer projects
- ["Being a leader today means to envisage a better future for people"](https://jesc.eu/being-a-leader-today-means-to-envisage-a-better-future-for-people/) - The European Leadership Programme (ELP) is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those who want to become European leaders. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions and discussions and community life. With the purpose of inaugurating its 4th edition, the ELP will interview the Fellows
- [The future of US leadership in light of the election](https://jesc.eu/the-future-of-us-leadership-in-light-of-the-election/) - Robert Mauro discusses future of US leadership and policy in light of the election On 29 October, Dr Robert Mauro, Director of the Global Leadership Institute at Boston College, spoke at length with the fellows of the European Leadership Programme. Boston College is one of the most prominent Jesuit Universities in the United States of
- [Letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson](https://jesc.eu/letter-to-prime-minister-boris-johnson/) - Letter Johnson
- [Letter AU-EU Leader](https://jesc.eu/letter-au-eu-leader/) - Letter AU-EU Leader
- [Human Rights, Privilege and Ecology: Josianne Gauthier](https://jesc.eu/human-rights-privilege-and-ecology-interview-with-josianne-gauthier/) - Meeting our Eco-friends: Current Director of CIDSE, Josianne Gauthier shares with us a lifetime dedicated to fighting for human rights in which ecological thinking has now become central. Qs: Who is Josianne Gauthier, tell us a bit about your background. I am French Canadian, trained as a human rights lawyer, am married with three children
- [Towards a New Paradigm of Economics](https://jesc.eu/the-macao-manifesto/) - “The COVID crisis makes us aware that we have to rethink and to reshape our present economic paradigm to take account of the poor, the natural environment and future generations”, explains The Macao Manifesto, when addressing specific actions to achieve wellbeing for all. Martin Maier, JESC Secretary for European Affairs, was one of the contributors
- [IXE Statement on the Asylum and Migration Pact](https://jesc.eu/ixe-statement-on-the-asylum-and-migration-pact/) - Protecting human dignity must be at the heart of the new New Pact on Migration and Asylum tabled on September 23rd by the European Commission. Solidarity has to be the rule, not the exception. The Initiative of Christians for Europe (IXE) launch an Statement about the new EC pact entitled “Human dignity and solidarity as
- ["All forecasts are wrong, but some are useful"](https://jesc.eu/all-forecasts-are-wrong-but-some-are-useful/) - Intellectual excellence is one of the cornerstones of the ELP project, yet it remains difficult and subjective to judge whether one’s analysis is better than another's. What or who should we trust? Complicated quantitative models or the birds’ eye view of philosophers? Which discipline is best equipped to approach a problem? There is no clear
- [Managing uncertainty with hope and kindness](https://jesc.eu/managing-uncertainty-covid/) - In the last days, most of Europe has seen a huge rise in confirmed cases of covid-19. Two weeks ago, the death toll caused by covid-19 passed one million.
- [Martin Maier Interview for Vie Consacrée](https://jesc.eu/martin-maier-interview-for-vie-consacree/) - JESC’s Secretary for European Affairs, Martin Maier, was interviewed by Vie Consacrées, a quarterly French-language journal of research and reflection on all aspects of the profession of evangelical counsels in the Church. Martin Maier is a Jesuit priest that was fascinated by the figure of the Archbishop of San Salvador as soon as he entered
- ["Contemplativus In Actione Iustitiae" The Testimony Of The Murdered Jesuits Of El Salvador](https://jesc.eu/contemplativus-in-actione-iustitiae-the-testimony-of-the-murdered-jesuits-of-el-salvador/) - JESC’s Secretary for European Affairs, Martin Maier, wrote an article for the journal of The Macau Ricci Institute. The purpose of this paper is to serve as a memorial to the Jesuit martyrs of El Salvador, murdered on the evening of 15 November 1989 by members of the El Salvadoran army at the University of
- [Courage is what we witnessed](https://jesc.eu/the-leadership-post-september-editorial/) - The recruitment of the 2020 Fall Cohort of the European Leadership Programme has been successful. We received more applications than any time before and the number of Fellows will further increase. It means that the young people were ready to move to Brussels against all odds: despite the corona-crisis, even if Belgium is scoring quite
- [Choisir Octobre - Martin Maier Article](https://jesc.eu/choisir-octobre-martin-maier-article/) - JESC’s Secretary for European Affairs, Martin Maier, wrote an article for the October issue of the swiss Jesuit magazine Choisir addressing how the pandemic has called into question the very survival of the EU and shedding light in how religion can be a voice in this chapter. On these uncertain times, only solidarity is certain,
- [“Leaders d’espérance” share their hope](https://jesc.eu/leaders-desperance-sharing-hope/) - "Leaders d’espérance" was the slogan of the Session Lead, inviting every leader in each of us to share hope. The annual workshop this year lasted five days despite the corona crisis. It was held mostly in French, targetted at young professionals, and students willing to receive training and to lead and shape their environment. Bérénice
- [The story of 'The Season'](https://jesc.eu/the-story-of-the-season/) - The Orthodox church year begins on 1 September with a commemoration of how God created the world. In 1989 this day was proclaimed a special day of prayer for creation by Ecumenical Patriarch Dimitrios. The world council of churches took up this idea and extended it from one day into a season from 1 September
- ["Aux yeux ouverts," Ignatian-based efforts in Lebanon](https://jesc.eu/aux-yeux-ouvert-ignatian-based-efforts-in-lebanon/) - Text by: Garrett Gundlach SJ, American Jesuit in Beirut. You can read more in Jesuits for Beirut. "Two weeks after the Beirut explosion, following a long day of home visits to residents still shook by the blast, volunteers from a network of Lebanese university ministries processed through the rubbled streets with the Blessed Sacrament. Locals
- [ILO Convention 190 - Endorsment of advocacy letter to member states calling for ratification](https://jesc.eu/ilo-convention-190-endorsment-of-advocacy-letter-to-member-states-calling-for-ratification/) - 3rd September JESC endorsed the Advocacy Letter to ratify the ILO Convention 190 (Ending Violence and Harassment at Work) adopted in Geneva, 108th ILC session 21 June 2019. The Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019 (No. 190) text is available here. Our initiative follows the invitation by the Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat of the Society
- [Eco-friendly best practices at the office](https://jesc.eu/eco-friendly-best-practices-at-the-office/) - Our mission in JESC is aligned with the Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAPs) such as journeying with the youth (ELP) and serving the outcasted by service work and by sharing our Society of Jesus networks' global initiatives. An important area of focus is a just ecological transition, and in this regard, we have a newly drafted
- [Who is Ecojesuit?](https://jesc.eu/who-is-ecojesuit/) - The word ‘Ecojesuit’ has an air of inevitability. It did not take much imagination to dream it up, but there is a story behind the use of this term in the Society of Jesus at this particular moment. Almost fifty years ago, in the thirty-second General Congregation, there were references to the environment and with
- [For Hearts and Minds to Navigate the Challenge](https://jesc.eu/for-hearts-and-minds-to-navigate-the-challenge/) - English summary by Zsófia Voda, ELP Assistant The KNA, the German-speaking Catholic news agency published an article on the Graduation of the 3rd cohort of the European Leadership Programme that took place on the 25th June 2020 at the Brussels Press Club - in the very neighbourhood of the EC Berlaymont and Justus Lipsius building.
- [Cornerstone Network for Young Professionals following Jesus: A personal story](https://jesc.eu/cornerstone-network-for-young-professionals-following-jesus-a-personal-story/) - Cornerstone team members Lukas Hollnagel (personal story) and Christel Ngnambi (history of Cornerstone) Cornerstone is a Brussels-based network of young professionals who gather around the Person and leadership principles of Jesus for both inspiration and progress in their personal and professional lives. Our aim is not to only bring together “religious” people but anyone who
- [Reaching More People Through Inclusive Communication](https://jesc.eu/reaching-more-people-through-inclusive-communication/) - The European Committee of the Regions organized a webinar last Thursday July 16 on how to reach wider audiences and develop effective inclusive communication strategies. Experts in this field such as Sue Robinson, Carmen Serrano Díaz, and Celine Fabrequette, led the meeting to give their different perspectives on the topic starting from what we refer
- [Eco-Bites for August](https://jesc.eu/eco-bites-editorial/) - Your editor is from Dublin, Ireland, a city of approximately one million people. The city of Harare in Zimbabwe is more than four times that size and in recent weeks slightly under half that population have had no water in their taps. (See our lead story below). What would it be like if a city
- [Unique Master's degree in Theology, Ecology and Ethics](https://jesc.eu/unique-masters-degree-in-theology-ecology-and-ethics-at-the-university-of-roehampton-in-london/) - “God always forgives, we men forgive sometimes, but nature never forgives. If you give her a slap, she will give you one. I believe that we have exploited nature too much.” Pope Francis pronounced this powerful statement on a press conference during a flight from Sri Lanka to the Philippines on 15th January 2015, before
- [Conference & graduation of the ELP fellows](https://jesc.eu/conference-graduation-of-the-elp-fellows/) - We are happy to invite you to the concluding conference and graduation ceremony of the first cohort of the European Leadership Programme (ELP). Please join us to discuss the importance of forming young leaders in Europe. After defending their dissertations, the ELP fellows will take part in afternoon panels with professors and institutional partners. The conference will
- [Visiting the European Parliament](https://jesc.eu/visiting-the-european-parliament/) - Martin Schulz, former leader of the EU Parliament group “Socialists and Democrats” (S&D), once said that “for many people, politics in Brussels and Strasbourg might as well be happening on another planet.” Indeed, there are those who feel that these two cities are isolated from the rest. However, we, as European students, feel that this
- [We have a vision for Africa](https://jesc.eu/new-leaders-for-a-new-africa/) - During a special visit to Europe, Charles Chilufya SJ, Social Apostolate Coordinator and Director of JENA (Justice and Ecology network in Africa), joined us at the JESC office in Brussels. We had a fruitful exchange of views and it was really interesting to see Europe from an African perspective. “From Europe, we don’t want charity
- [Spirituality, justice and leadership of a Pilgrim](https://jesc.eu/st-ignatius-pilgrim-spirituality-justice-and-leadership/) - Dear Friends, Happy Feast of St Ignatius of Loyola.St. Ignatius called himself a Pilgrim. After conversion, Ignatius’ life and mission consisted of a never-ending pilgrimage towards the Love of God. It was this Love that called St Ignatius to praise and serve the Lord through helping souls. In fact, he and his early Companions often
- [Venezuela, “It is never too early to talk about reconciliation”](https://jesc.eu/venezuela-it-is-never-too-early-to-talk-about-reconciliation/) - Interview with Gerardo Lombardi, Director of the Jesuit Radio Fe y Alegría Director Lombardi, what is the mission of Radio Fe y Alegría? Fe y Alegría is an educational institution founded by the Jesuits in Venezuela. Its mission is to educate people in remote areas of the country, as well as adults that did not
- [The Promise of a New Agreement](https://jesc.eu/the-promise-of-a-new-agreement/) - How likely is a visit of Pope Francis to the land of China? Stephan Rothlin SJ discussed this current topic when he was hosted by the Jesuit European Social Center (JESC) and the Chapel for Europe on Tuesday June 11th to talk about the provisional agreement signed between the People’s Republic of China and Pope
- [Sacred, Polluted Rivers](https://jesc.eu/sacred-polluted-rivers/) - Since ancient times, the South Asia region has welcomed different religions and cultures. Today, the region includes countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh which dazzle with their socio-cultural diversity. The main religions like Islam and Hinduism have enormous numbers of adherents in the region, with more than 800 million Hindu believers and around 500 million
- [We need good Ignatian leaders](https://jesc.eu/we-need-good-ignatian-leaders/) - Why does Europe need a Jesuit University in its southern most bit of land? Francisco de Borja Martín Garrido, Director of International Relations at Universidad Loyola Andalucía, has the answer: “Andalucia is one of the biggest regions in Spain and the one with the youngest population he said visiting JESC in Brussels on April 9
- [ELP - Give talent a chance](https://jesc.eu/elp-give-talent-a-chance/) - On 11 April, in the context of the event organized by COMECE and Don Bosco International, the JESC team represented by Eleonora Vitale and Jaka Krajnc had the opportunity to present the European leadership programme as one of the current actions implemented to respond to the appeal of Pope Francis. COMECE President Archbishop Jean-Claude Hollerich
- [New leaders for a new Europe](https://jesc.eu/what-kind-of-leaders-inspire-you/) - Dear friends, we are forming new leaders for Europe. Would you like to know more about our project? This edition of the Leadership post is dedicated to the European Leadership Programme (ELP) that has just opened new applications for next semester. It is now possible to apply for the next semester that starts on October
- [Climate Change – more than an ecological issue](https://jesc.eu/climate-change-more-than-an-ecological-issue/) - Climate Change is one of the most dangerous existential menaces the world has ever faced. Its repercussions go well beyond global warming – which is one of its consequences – but rather encompass a plethora of dimensions that threaten to revolutionize the way we live. Indeed, it is not the planet we need to save.
- [The Role of Consumers in the Circular Economy](https://jesc.eu/the-role-of-consumers-in-the-circular-economy/) - “Our most pressing challenge is keeping our planet healthy. This is the greatest responsibility and opportunity of our times. I want Europe to become the first climate-neutral continent in the world by 2050.” With this compelling message, newly elected President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, addressed during her Opening Statement in the
- [Social Delegates meet in Rome](https://jesc.eu/social-delegates-meet-in-rome/) - From 13 to 17 May, the Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat, headed by Fr. Xavier Jeyaraj, brought together the Delegates for the Social Apostolate of the six Jesuit Conferences and the members of the GIAN (Global Ignatian Advocacy Networks). They all met at the curia. After praying and sharing about their respective experiences, the participants
- [Towards a Resilient and Sustainable European Economy](https://jesc.eu/towards-a-resilient-and-sustainable-european-economy/) - We are faced not with two separate crises, one environmental and the other social, but rather with one complex crisis which is both social and environmental. Strategies for a solution demand an integrated approach to combating poverty, restoring dignity to the excluded, and at the same time protecting nature. – Pope Francis, Laudato Si’, 139
- [Meet Botond Feledy: European Leadership Programme (ELP) Manager and Secretary for Leadership](https://jesc.eu/meet-botond-feledy-european-leadership-programme-elp-manager-and-secretary-for-leadership/) - Read our interview with the latest addition to the JESC Leadership team.
- [Inspirational Leadership](https://jesc.eu/inspirational-leadership/) - “Life is a risk, if you haven’t risked anything, you haven’t lived” - Sister Emmanuelle During the last century, the concept of leadership has evolved from being power-centered and defined in masculine terms to including leaders of all shapes and sizes. This shift is especially apparent in the area of philanthropy, where we find individuals driven
- [Ready for a European Renaissance?](https://jesc.eu/ready-for-a-european-renaissance/) - On the eve of the European elections, on Wednesday 22 May, Luca Jahier, President of the EESC - European Economic and Social Committee visited our fellows of the European Leadership Programme. Mr Jahier shared some stories about the years he spent in Turin at the Jesuit Institute. The idea of community and adaptability accompanies him
- ["Europe and the long-term global challenges" - La Pairelle 2019](https://jesc.eu/europe-and-the-long-term-global-challenges-at-la-pairelle/) - September 13-15 2019, La Pairelle, Namur, Belgium. The weekend-long spiritual and theological workshop at La Pairelle near Namur, has concluded. This year’s topic on “Europe and the long-term global challenges” draw over 40 people to learn about, discuss, and influence the future of the European continent and the E.U., and the challenges faced by continent
- [The Global Climate Strike](https://jesc.eu/eco-bites-sept-2019/) - The Climate Strike was about four million people around the world walking out of work or leaving school to walk the streets and engage in meetings and other activities of protest. They had a purpose. They wanted something done. They were registering their concern and anxiety. They want governments everywhere to take note, but it’s
- [Advocates of Hope Confront Climate Change](https://jesc.eu/advocates-of-hope-confront-climate-change/) - The Climate Change movement is rapidly taking shape: from voices in the air to a solid mobilization around the globe. Around 150 countries were involved in the global demonstrations inspired by young activist Greta Thunberg which started on Friday 13th September, embodying an international call of attention on the climate emergency. The past Friday 20th
- [The Second Edition of ELP: the Fellows are in Brussels](https://jesc.eu/launch-of-the-second-edition-of-the-elp-the-fellows-are-in-the-city/) - The Second Cohort of the European Leadership Programme started on the last weekend of September. The eight new, young leaders were recruited from different European countries such as Italy, Hungary, France and Belgium, following the same personal ambition: To develop in their leadership skills, to get to know Brussels from an insider’s perspective and to
- [Inside the European Leadership Programme](https://jesc.eu/inside-the-elp-the-european-leadership-programme/) - The ELP is about the personal and professional (with an EU focus) growth and opening career pathways for those youngsters recruited as Fellows. It is also a space to give them a possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. A weighty part of the ELP is setting
- [What do you worship?](https://jesc.eu/what-do-you-worship/) - The sentence ¨If you give space for spending time with others, magic will happen¨ was shared by a Jesuit Alumni at the Closing Reflection that marked the end of the Call to Public Life (CtPL) workshop. Edmond Grace SJ led a discussion of reflecting on the impressions of the weekend. He started by addressing the
- [In Kasisi “Every Day is Environment Day”](https://jesc.eu/in-kasisi-every-day-is-environment-day/) - At Kasisi Agricultural Training Centre (KATC), the sustainable management of natural resources is the bedrock of good stewardship for the environment. KATC’s Sustainable Organic Agriculture (SOA) promotion strategy aims to achieve several objectives - climate change mitigation and adaptation, building climate change resilient agricultural systems, improving food and nutrition security and improving incomes and livelihoods
- [A Space for Dialogue enabled some Magic to Happen](https://jesc.eu/a-space-for-dialogue-enabled-some-magic-to-happen/) - The Weekend Seminar Call to Public Life was held from the 11th to the 13th of October in Brussels, hosted majorly by the facilities of the new Jesuit Collège Matteo Ricci. The intention of this three-day Seminar was to Call people to engage actively in their Community and Public Life. A set of questions were
- [A Journey through the heritage of Central Europe: Bratislava 1989-2019](https://jesc.eu/international-workshop-challenges-for-solidarity-living-together-in-europe-30-years-after-the-fall-of-the-iron-curtain/) - Thirty years since the fall of the Wall, here in Bratislava, the feeling is still strong about the changes that this historic event and process brought to Europe. The international workshop “Challenges for solidarity: Living together in Europe 30 years after the fall of the Iron Curtain” was organized in the context of the Justice
- [Throwing statues in the Tiber](https://jesc.eu/throwing-statues-in-the-tiber/) - A hatred of the unfamiliar is endemic to humanity. It is part of our fallen nature. Instead of trying to assess a situation in terms of the people affected and their human dignity, we judge it in terms of strangeness and familiarity. Familiar is good because it makes no new demands and poses no unwanted
- [Fostering dialogue between religious or non-confessional actors and the European Parliament](https://jesc.eu/fostering-dialogue-between-religious-or-non-confessional-actors-and-the-european-parliament/) - Fearghas O’Beara, a European Parliament official, visited JESC on the 13th of June to expound to the ELP fellows [...]
- [Living in Amazonia](https://jesc.eu/living-in-amazonia/) - ‘’You would not believe, but you can sense the breathing of the trees in the sides of the Amazon River " EG: Juan Diego Galaz, at a certain point in your life you went to live in Amazonia. What was the experience like for you? JDG: Well, thank you very much for the question. The
- [Advent in the Catholic Tradition](https://jesc.eu/advent-in-the-catholic-tradition/) - Advent started this year on Sunday, the 1st of December. In Catholic Europe, Advent ́s longstanding tradition involves a wreath with some candles, possibly a “calendar” with chocolates, a decorated pine tree and dazzling Christmas lights. So, what is Advent? Etymologically, advent comes from the Latin ad+venire, which means “To come to,” or “to come
- [Psychological-Spiritual Councels in Crisis](https://jesc.eu/psychological-spiritual-councels-in-crisis/) - Article published by vecernji.hr on 12.04.20. Read original here The whole world has been in a crisis for months. There was fear on a global scale. No one was spared. The Coronavirus, identified as COVID-19, goes unnoticed around us. It is an invisible but terrifying force lurking from everywhere. It does not act selectively, but
- [Van Rompuy talks at the ELP](https://jesc.eu/van-rompuy-talks-at-the-elp/) - Former President of the European Council, Herman Van Rompuy, talked to the JESC team and European Leadership Programme fellows, on April 24. He spent a whole evening with us, in the chapel of the Foyer Catholique, in Brussels, answering questions raised by the ELP fellows, Director Peter Rožič SJ, and the JESC team. Below, you
- [Ecobites for April](https://jesc.eu/ecobites-april-20-editorial/) - The call of Jesus at the end of the gospel is to preach ‘to all nations.’ This phrase is to be found in Matthew, Mark and Luke. Why were those words – ‘all nations’ – so important? Why did he not say ‘to all people’? Why the plurality? In recent times a ‘nation’ has come
- [Interview about Ride 4 Creation](https://jesc.eu/interview-about-ride-4-creation/) - Our Eco-bites team interviewed Francesco and Massimiliano, two young Italians who have devised a project to spread the word about Laudato si and that are trying to live it by small actions. - Short presentation of yourself and of the project. My name is Francesco M. Di Pietro, I am 30 years old, I am
- [How we communicate the Jesuit mission](https://jesc.eu/how-we-communicate-the-jesuit-mission/) - Thirty-eight people working in Communications for Jesuit organizations in Europe and beyond met in Madrid from May 14 to 17 for the JesWebCom Conference. I am one of them. My name is Susan Dabbous, the communication Assistant at the Jesuit European Social Center in Brussels (JESC), I am a journalist writing articles for our media
- [The Common Good of the Seas](https://jesc.eu/the-common-good-of-the-seas/) - In Copenhagen on the weekend of 3-5 May, the European Justice and Peace Commission organised a conference on the oceans. You can read a report by Stefan Lund. This was my first visit to Copenhagen, in a part of the world which was home to my Viking ancestors. There is a great sense of space
- [Africa, drought, and Europe](https://jesc.eu/africa-drought-and-europe/) - Charles Chilufya SJ, Social Delegate for Africa, tells about what is happening on the continent of Africa in relation to drought, the work of Jesuits and the threads that link Africa and Europe. The question of drought is becoming widespread in Africa. This I know from our Jesuit ecology and climate justice group. It is
- [We, the climate change generation](https://jesc.eu/we-the-climate-change-generation/) - A group of leaders in the School Climate Strike movement has written a letter to the world’s most polluting countries – the G 7 - and, in case you are wondering what the schools think of all this, the Eco-Bites editor reports on one school in Brussels. We are talking of a movement of teenagers
- [Is Europe looking for honest leaders?](https://jesc.eu/is-europe-looking-for-honest-leaders/) - The European elections in May are the most important political event in the shaping of our common destiny, but yet the public forum is too busy with the present to have a long term vision. The politicians who seem to be most successful are those who propose simple solutions when the reality is very complex.
- [We stand with the migrants deported from America](https://jesc.eu/we-stand-with-the-migrants-deported-from-america/) - "In all of our work, we aim to lift up the voices of people on the margins," said Ted Penton SJ, Secretary of Justice and Ecology, at the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States, during his trip to Europe. Ted Penton SJ - one of the four Universal Apostolic Preferences, recently identified by
- [Integral changes without conflict](https://jesc.eu/laudato-si-an-alternative-view-on-the-global-change/) - Laudato Si’ is an Encyclical Letter of Pope Francis that lays down an interesting perspective on ecological and societal factors as causes of global changes, such as migration. Even though population movements are common phenomena, observed countless times in the history of humanity, they have an impact on migrants themselves and on local populations. Many
- [Chronical of a special day at JESC](https://jesc.eu/chronical-of-a-special-day-at-jesc/) - “Pass me the screwdriver,” says Carolinne, the marketing assistant. She is talking to me, the communication assitant. I leave aside the instructions book and look at the screws scattered on the ground. “Here it is.” I give it to her. We are on our second metal Ikea wardrobe. It may look easy to assemble but,
- [Yellow Vests, the end is close](https://jesc.eu/yellow-vests-the-end-is-close/) - We have seen the yellow vests on the streets of Paris seeking lower taxes on fuel, and they were right. We have seen them protesting on Saturdays to save paid working days, and they were right. Then, they let the so-called “casseurs”, violent rioters, infiltrate the demonstrations and we looked horrified at the scenes of
- [A long journey with EU youth](https://jesc.eu/a-long-journey-with-eu-youth/) - Sometimes we talk to young people, really listen to what they say? In the adult world, young are taken seriously only if they are IT geniuses, sports stars or potentially charismatic leaders. But what happens to everyone else? What about the silent majority of young people who work and study often without a clear purpose,
- [Discerning the answers to populism and Brexit](https://jesc.eu/discerning-the-answers-to-populism-and-brexit/) - Talking about ‘good discernment’ sounds as if you mean making good decisions. But it is much more than that. It’s about changing our whole way of thinking – and eventually the paths our lives take. Through good discernment, for example, we can think positively about Europe, even in a time of rising populism and Brexit.
- [Finding God in a Leaf](https://jesc.eu/finding-god-in-a-leaf/) - “Finding God in a Leaf” was written by Brian Grogan SJ. It is a series of guided meditations written as short daily paragraphs, leading to a deep understanding of the nature of our planet, - our common home - and of our deep bond with it. It reflects the message behind Laudato Si on conservation
- [An old house for new ideas](https://jesc.eu/an-old-house-for-new-ideas/) - Ten years ago the Alvim Family inherited the family farm, Casa Velha, from their parents. This was where they spent their childhood. Casa Velha – ‘Old House’ - is situated just outside the village of Ourem near Fatima. It is a rambling eighteenth-century two-story house surrounded by farm buildings, many of which have been recently
- [Climate march, a new '68?](https://jesc.eu/climate-march-a-new-68/) - Many people are comparing the recent marches against climate ‘inaction’ to what happened in the 1960s and they are drawing hope from it. What they want is not bound up with themselves as individuals. Unlike the sixties generation, Many people are comparing the recent marches against climate ‘inaction’ to what happened in the 1960’s and
- [Spiritual Training for Leaders and Businessmen](https://jesc.eu/spiritual-training-for-leaders-and-businessmen/) - Being up-to-date with the latest novelty is of key importance for leaders for their job and requires a lot of work during their private time. We too often forget that the psychophysical well-being is vital for us to face the difficulties we go up against in our work. We may find ourselves trying to push
- [Cyclone Idai, Thousands are  still waiting for help](https://jesc.eu/cyclone-idai-thousands-are-still-waiting-for-help/) - “Tragedy is a tool for the living to gain wisdom, not a guide by which to live.” These words from Robert Kennedy continue to ring true and give hope in the disaster that has befallen Southern Africa in the wake of Cyclone Idai. On 14 March 2019, Cyclone Idai, with wind speeds of over 170
- [Learning to serve God and the Common Good](https://jesc.eu/learning-to-serve-god-and-the-common-good/) - Combining career development with spirituality: The European Leadership Programme is a unique project in Brussels. “I was looking forward to a programme inspired by the founding Christian democratic fathers of the European Union,” said Kamil Mikulski, a 27-year-old from Poland, introducing himself. Kamil is one of the five fellows the JESC (Jesuit European social centre)
- [JESC Annual Report 2018](https://jesc.eu/jesc-annual-report-2018/) - We have just published our Annual Report, a memory of the main activities, publications, projects and events that helped us in 2018 to promote vision and values for Europe. JESC_2018_Annual Report Download You can also check out a thank you message from Director Peter Rožič SJ.
- [Fun and videos in Santo Tirso](https://jesc.eu/fun-and-videos-in-santo-tirso/) - Well done to the students of Oficina - Professional School of Instituto Nun'Alvres in Santo Tirso, Portugal! This year the theme is ‘Blue Home’ which refers to the protection of our oceans. There is an energy in this event. It is plain that the students themselves enjoy it. Otherwise, it would not continue year after
- [Lead by voicing concern in Church and Europe](https://jesc.eu/lead-by-voicing-concern-in-church-and-europe/) - Both the European Union and the Catholic Church seem to be in a crisis. Europe is facing the rise of nationalism and Brexit to mention a few. The Church is dealing with never-ending scandals surrounding child abuse. Sharing the state of crisis, even if very different ones, the E.U. and the Church need to take
- [Toxic media on women leadership](https://jesc.eu/toxic-media-on-women-leadership/) - The media is the message and the messenger, and progressively an amazing one. Individuals learn more from media than any other single source of information. Therefore, if we want to understand what is happening in our society in the 21st century, we need to comprehend media. If we consider media and technology, they are conveying
- [The future of work after Laudato Si'](https://jesc.eu/the-future-of-work-after-laudato-si/) - Martin Maier, SJ, participated as recently appointed spiritual adviser of UNIAPAC, the International Christian Union of Business Executives, in an International Research Seminar on the theme The Future of Work: Labour after Laudato Si in Rome from 10-12 January 2019. This seminar is a joint project of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Dicastery for
- [Chaos and peace leadership](https://jesc.eu/chaos-and-peace-leadership/) - With the enthusiasm of the new year European and world leaders crafted both peace and justice as well as chaos and division. On January 1st, Pope Francis called for “good politics” (World Peace Day). The Pontiff emphasised that peace “is like a delicate flower struggling to blossom on the stony ground of violence.” While politics
- [Women leaders: Europe for her ](https://jesc.eu/women-leaders-europe-for-her/) - The gender pay gap and the glass-ceiling are harsh realities for many European women. Yet, they represent only one side of the medal, the external perception of the society. What about inner awareness? Are girls educated to think about covering leading positions? Are the institutions and the local context affecting the way they see their
- [How to overcome the new West-East division in Europe](https://jesc.eu/how-to-overcome-the-new-west-east-division-in-europe/) - There is a new east-west division in Europe related to different understandings of democracy. On the 5th of June, Peter Verovšek, a researcher at the University of Sheffield, provided the JESC team some approaches to better understand how the collective memory helps make sense of current affairs events out of the different conception of democracy.
- [Creuseurs artisanaux au Kivu](https://jesc.eu/creseurs-artisanaux-au-kivu/) - Le JESC et la Commission Justice et Paix – Belgique ont effectué une mission au Sud et Nord Kivu en mars dernier. Ayant jusqu’ici principalement axé son travail sur la responsabilité sociétale du secteur minier industriel au Katanga, le JESC étend désormais son analyse au secteur artisanal des deux Kivu. Le voyage d’études poursuivait un
- [Sundays for Future – ‘Talkin' 'bout my generation’](https://jesc.eu/sundays-for-future-talkin-bout-my-generation/) - People try to put us d-down (Talkin' 'bout my generation) Just because we get around (Talkin' 'bout my generation) Things they do look awful c-c-cold (Talkin' 'bout my generation) I hope I die before I get old (Talkin' 'bout my generation) This reflection was sparked by Martin Maier SJ’s presentation on the controversial topic of
- [Interview with ELP Lecturer Dr. Peter Verovšek](https://jesc.eu/interview-with-elp-lecturer-dr-peter-verovsek/) - Qs: What was your motivation to start lecturing at universities? I had a wonderful professor for my Introduction to International Relations during my first semester at university. I really admired him and wanted to do the kind of work he was doing. That course - and that relationship - set me on the path to
- [Who is ELSi'A?](https://jesc.eu/who-is-elsia/) - The Laudato Si’ encyclical is affecting people in very different ways. A number of people working in different Catholic Church institutions and organizations in Europe found themselves working together on the promotion of this encyclical. During the past two years, they organized a Laudato Si’ Reflection Day which was hosted by COMECE, the Commission of
- [Brexit: bad leadership endgame](https://jesc.eu/brexit-bad-leadership-endgame/) - In the dark times of Brexit when uncertainty is rampant, the common urgency is to shed light on an issue which seems local but is deeply overarching for its political consequences and symbolic meaning. During the Ecumenical Prayer breakfast at the European Parliament on Wednesday, 16th January 2019, the main topic of discussion was Brexit.
- [How can the Encyclical Laudato Si' can steer the EU's role in a just recovery after the COVID-19 crisis?](https://jesc.eu/how-can-the-encyclical-laudato-si-can-steer-the-eus-role-in-a-just-recovery-after-the-covid-19-crisis/) - Five years after the publication of Pope Francis’ Encyclical letter on the “care for our common home”, representatives of European Bishops’ Conferences, as well as Catholic organisations and movements, held in Brussels the Third European Laudato Si’ Reflection Day on Thursday 28 May 2020. Leading economist Mariana Mazzucato, the Secretary of the Dicastery for Promoting
- [Special Guest Szilvia Fodor for ELP](https://jesc.eu/special-guest-szilvia-fodor-for-elp/) - Interview to Dr. Szilvia Fodor psychologist, Assistant professor at the University of Debrecen and contributor at the European Talent Centre (Budapest) Qs: Why do you think it is meaningful to work with youth? Working with youth, in general, is always motivating and meaningful: it gives the feeling of having an impact on the future, thus combines
- [European Green Deal Landscape: COVID-19 crisis as an impetus for a just transition inspired by European Green Deal and Laudato Si’](https://jesc.eu/european-green-deal-landscape-covid-19-crisis-as-an-impetus-for-a-just-transition-inspired-by-european-green-deal-and-laudato-si/) - On 12 May the ELP Fellows had the opportunity to listen to Janez Potočnik and discuss an interesting and solid review of the European Green Deal; its advantages and missing considerations in the challenging times. About the speaker ELP’s distinguished lecturer, Slovenian politician, served as a former European Commissioner for Environment from 2009 until 2014
- [Curiosity, Positivity, and Enthusiasm at the Core](https://jesc.eu/curiosity-positivity-and-enthusiasm-at-the-core/) - The ELP is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those youngsters who want to become European leaders. It also gives them the possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions and
- [Explorative, Humorous and ready to learn](https://jesc.eu/explorative-humorous-and-ready-to-learn/) - The ELP is about personal and professional growth. It opens a career pathway for those youngsters who want to become European leaders. It also gives them the possibility to decide how to manage their life in Brussels and define their learning process. The ELP involves commitment, effort, interest, curiosity, meeting deadlines, participation in sessions and
- [What is the true cost of investigative journalism?](https://jesc.eu/what-is-the-true-cost-of-investigative-journalism/) - Media freedom is a fundamental right under the European Union that should not be taken for granted. However, as the lifeblood of democracy, its warriors are facing increasingly precarious and challenging times. ELP special guest Mirek Tóda, reporter at the Slovak daily newspaper Denník N, gave anecdotal accounts of the most recent developments in his
- [Humility, the missing glue](https://jesc.eu/humility-the-missing-glue/) - All the more different guest speakers we had in the last month of the European Leadership Programme, when I discerned what is fuelling them, what is the source of motivation driving their decade-long relentless activity, it became clear that humility is the key. This humility comes in different forms: from that of a high-level EU administrator being
- [Grasping the Laudato Si through the gift of Contemplation](https://jesc.eu/grasping-the-laudato-si-through-the-gift-of-contemplation/) - Father Edmond Grace SJ endowed us with the wisdom of the Laudato Si’ (or the Jesuit´s Bible as he remarked) to discuss certain notions and concepts with us. As such I drew inspiration from his points which I summarise as follows; Although individual in their approaches to understanding reality, science and religion can enter
- [“Mutual Trust can be built only when words and deeds are combined. This is the way to ensure Peace”](https://jesc.eu/mutual-trust-can-be-built-only-when-words-and-deeds-are-combined-this-is-the-way-to-ensure-peace/) - On March 26th ELP Fellows had the chance to meet Friedrich Bokern, the founder of Relief & Reconciliation for Syria, an international non-profit organisation operating in Lebanon since 2013 in the framework of the humanitarian response to the Syrian conflict. From his office in Lebanon, Friedrich shared his testimony with the Fellows, describing the current
- [A case for empathy in the times of Covid19 – and other thoughts by an EU veteran](https://jesc.eu/a-case-for-empathy-in-the-times-of-covid19-and-other-thoughts-by-an-eu-veteran/) - Diego Canga Fano discovered early in his professional life, while employed at a law firm in Spain, that in fact, his vocation lies outside the private sector. Following his path to becoming a top EU civil servant, we had an extensive conversation starting from his personal professional journey to his views on the current Covid19
- [Climate change and Coronavirus - the interrelation of the globalized world and the biggest global health challenge of the last century](https://jesc.eu/climate-change-and-coronavirus-the-interrelation-of-the-globalized-world-and-the-biggest-global-health-challenge-of-the-last-century/) - On 16 April the Fellows had the opportunity to participate in an online discussion with Pedro Cisterna Gaete, a PhD researcher in climate change law at the University of Edinburgh, about the interrelation between climate change and today’s most challenging issue, the COVID-19 pandemic. The coronavirus is undisputedly the greatest global challenge the world is
- [The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni](https://jesc.eu/the-ideal-team-player-by-patrick-lencioni/) - Becoming a leader is a long process and requires a deep knowledge of teamwork and management. As well, being a leader is also being a good team player and giving example to all the team/the whole team. For those reasons in this edition of the Leadership Post, we recommend you a brilliant reading written by
- [The ELSi’A Declaration– ‘Our oldest flag.’](https://jesc.eu/the-elsia-declaration-our-oldest-flag/) - “Mother Earth is crying out!” A cry can go unheard but, there again, a cry might be heard and unwanted. It might speak of things we prefer to avoid. It might speak of destruction and horror. It might speak of grief and heartbreak. A cry might be a thing of beauty – a reassuring voice,
- [An emerging 'Leadership for change'-Spirit](https://jesc.eu/an-emerging-leadership-for-change-spirit/) - By now it is difficult to remember that one year ago hundreds of millions of Europeans were driving heated debates about the European Parliament elections, about who should head the next Commission or how the EU institutions might slowly evolve in the next 5 year cycle. Our Brussels ecosystem was changing its leaders. The solid,
- [In memory of Fr. Henri Madelin SJ](https://jesc.eu/in-memory-of-fr-henri-madelin-sj/) - With sadness and gratitude JESC shares news of the death of Fr. Henri Madelin, who died in Lille on April 8 at the age of 83 from the Coronavirus. Besides important leadership positions within the Society of Jesus, he was always committed to the European project. From 2005 to 2012 he worked in Brussels (OCIPE,
- [A Jesuit University at the Trench in Andalucía](https://jesc.eu/a-jesuit-university-at-the-trench-in-andalucia/) - By Francisco de Borja Martin, International Relations Director, Universidad Loyola Andalucía and Ignacio Garrido, Project Manager for Jesuit Networks The Corona Virus is affecting higher education institutions, as it is disrupting government, economies, and societies worldwide. Although the pandemic is at different stages in every country, the virus is challenging Jesuit universities in various ways.
- [The Story of the Two Plagues in Venice](https://jesc.eu/the-story-of-the-two-plagues-in-venice/) - "This story has been told by so many different people in so many ways and so many different times, and in so many different places. It is the story of humanity." Let us journey together through Venice Canals while Fr. Edmond Grace SJ reflects on the gift of life.
- [The African Economy is “Infected”: The Economic Impact of COVID-19 is Worsening Poverty in Africa](https://jesc.eu/the-african-economy-is-infected-the-economic-impact-of-covid-19-is-worsening-poverty-in-africa/) - In the last three weeks or so, a common trend has emerged in many African capitals just like elsewhere. Travelers, for both work and leisure, are canceling flights; businesses are asking workers to stay home and, in some cases, curtailing employment contracts. A global health crisis that seemingly has not affected Africa as much as
- [Victoria Martín de la Torre provides encouragement to the ELP Fellows for the building of a better society](https://jesc.eu/victoria-martin-de-la-torre-gives-to-elp-fellows-good-encouragement-for-the-building-better-society/) - A real leader is not someone who is reacting on some occasions, but someone who works to intercept and influence new challenges and situations. On Monday 16th of March, the European Leadership Programme (ELP) Fellows, had an incredible chance to meet Victoria Martin de la Torre, President's spokesperson, and press officer of the Group of
- [Virginie Martins de Nobrega explains Leadership work ethics](https://jesc.eu/virginie-martins-de-nobrega-explains-leadership-work-ethics/) - Every one of us has different talents, skills and ways of thinking. We have to consider that as a blessing and always learn through ours and the mistakes of others. On Friday 13th of March, the European Leadership Programme (ELP) Fellows were delighted to listen, Virginie Martins de Nobrega, an international lawyer and mediator with
- [Stories Build Our Common Home](https://jesc.eu/stories-build-our-common-home/) - In our December editorial - ‘Stories and Friends’ – we talked of how accepting ‘the reality’ of climate change is not enough. Our ‘acceptance’ needs depth. We can read reports, we can learn about the science – and the politics! – but that will never change what we do. There are some who go and
- [In the time of crisis, Leadership is the guiding light: The Italian case](https://jesc.eu/in-the-time-of-crisis-leadership-is-the-guiding-light-the-italian-case/) - “Open my heart, and you will see graved inside of it Italy” those are the words with which Robert Browning, the famous English poet, explains his love for Italy and the Italians. And surely these words are graved in a lot of people's hearts today, not just in the Bel Paese. Italy is receiving messages
- [Promoting Information Sovereignty as the emerging prerequisite for modern-day democracies](https://jesc.eu/promoting-information-sovereignty-as-the-emerging-prerequisite-for-modern-day-democracies/) - Information has always been among the most valuable assets in human history; being informed not only means a broader knowledge and understanding of the world and its turning but is — and has always been — the precondition for functioning and efficient states or state-like entities. Today, the main engine behind political environments and democratic
- [Social Apostolate Delegation Meeting - Photo Sample](https://jesc.eu/social-apostolate-delegation-meeting-photo-sample/)
- [Social Apostolate Delegates Meeting AV Material](https://jesc.eu/social-apostolate-delegates-meeting-av-material/)
- [Herman Van Rompuy meets JESC and the 2nd ELP Cohort](https://jesc.eu/herman-van-rompuy-meets-jesc-and-the-2nd-elp-cohort/) - Former President of the European Council, Herman Van Rompuy attended a friendly gathering with the JESC team and the European Leadership Programme Fellows in the Chapel of the Foyer Catholique. Based on his lifelong experience as a politician, Mr. Van Rompuy covered topics like Brexit, populism and the evolution of the European Union. On their
- [Sharing a classroom with the most vulnerable](https://jesc.eu/sharing-a-classroom-with-the-most-vulnerable/) - “Service learning is a form of education in which serving, reflecting and learning are central, students serve society by engaging in a specific community,” explains Professor Nicolas Standaert sj, academic director of the service learning project at KU Leuven in the University's Agora Learning Centre. The Social Apostolate Delegates visited the KU Leuven during their
- [Deeper renewal: Social delegates discern UAP implementation](https://jesc.eu/deeper-renewal-social-delegates-discern-uap-implementation/) - “I hope that these two days will be a moment of consolation and encouragement for all of you”, said Franck Janin SJ, JCEP President, as he opened the gathering, desiring a “meeting which combines reflection and experience in the field.” Organised by JESC, the meeting of social apostolate delegates took place in Brussels between February
- [On Tax Justice and Poverty - Policy and Advocacy Event Interview with Fr. Charlie Chilufya](https://jesc.eu/on-tax-justice-and-poverty-policy-and-advocacy-event-interview-with-fr-charlie-chilufya/) - - What was the event that made you further research on Illicit Trafficking Outflows in Africa? Between 2013 and 2017, three Jesuit-sponsored institutions in Kenya, Zambia and Germany, namely the Jesuit Hakimani Centre (Kenya), the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) of Zambia and Jesuitenmission, Germany, carried out research into the link between “Tax Justice
- [The Joy of Social Commitment](https://jesc.eu/the-joy-of-social-commitment/) - Our commitment to walk with the Excluded and protect the Creation with as many young people as possible is deeply rooted in the Joy of the Gospel. In this Lenten season, our observances of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can unlock for us the deep treasures of liberating joy. Pope Francis’ emphasis on the joy accompanying
- [To walk with the poor and make them your friends.](https://jesc.eu/to-walk-with-the-poor-and-make-them-your-friends/) - The meeting of the CCEE National Directors and partners for Migration took place in Athens at the end of November. The meeting focused on the theme: “The Local community as a model of welcoming and integration in Europe”. While attending the meeting of the Migration Commission of the CCEE we had the chance to come
- [Meet Mohammad AlSaleh - Digital Marketing and IT Assistant](https://jesc.eu/meet-mohammad-alsaleh-digital-marketing-and-it-assistant/) - Who are you and what have you done in the past? Thank you for the chance to introduce myself. My name is Mohammad AlSaleh and I have a Bachelor’s Degree in information and technology, 5 years, equivalent to a masters here. I already did two exchanges in Europe, in France and Brussels. I also did
- [The protection of minorities and other MEP undertakings](https://jesc.eu/the-protection-of-minorities-and-other-mep-undertakings/) - On January 29, the ELP fellows met with Lóránt Vincze, Member of the European Parliament (MEP) for the Democratic Union of Hungarians in Romania. It was a great occasion to understand the situation of the Hungarian minority in Transylvania and discuss the rights of minorities in the European Union. From Journalism to Politics Vincze began
- [Individual, community, society](https://jesc.eu/individual-community-society/) - Josianne Gauthier is current CIDSE Secretary General a network of 18 catholic organisations for international development. It did not take us long to see her as a leader full of joy, love and much positive energy and thoughts. We were greeted with a welcoming smile upon our arrival. Our conversation was quite revolutionary because Josianne
- [A talk on the future relationship between Humans & Technology](https://jesc.eu/a-talk-on-the-future-relationship-between-humans-technology/) - On 31 January, the ELP Fellows had a session with Dr. Sara Lumbreras, Professor at the Engineering School of Comillas Pontifical University in Madrid, who came for a discussion on the theme of transhumanism. The meeting took place in two sessions: an evening-time to introduce transhumanist theories and a morning-time to discuss the moral implications.
- [Herman Van Rompuy as an example of Leadership](https://jesc.eu/herman-van-rompuy-as-an-example-of-leadership/) - Being able to meet someone as prestigious as Mr. Herman Van Rompuy and having the honor of asking him questions is not something that happens every day. However, thanks to the European Leadership Programme, even the most unlikely things can become real. Therefore, in the small but welcoming chapel of the Jesuit European Social Center,
- [The necessary balance between creativity and rationality](https://jesc.eu/the-necessary-balance-between-creativity-and-rationality/) - On 16 January the fellows of the European Leadership Programme had a thoughtful discussion with professor Johan Verstraeten, director of the Centre for Catholic Social Thought at Leuven University and one of the founders of the European Leadership Programme. The two hours long discussion started with Mr. Verstraeten’s introduction focusing on the necessity to find
- [Franck Janin SJ on the Jesuits, on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the SJES](https://jesc.eu/franck-janin-sj-on-the-jesuits-on-the-occasion-of-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-sjes/) - ¨The start of the Congress, with the commemoration of the Martyrs, was strong for us. This could sound depressing, but on the contrary they are a sign of hope for us. They gave all the participants a sense of hope and renewed energy to continue being involved in Justice and Reconciliation.¨ Father Franck Janin SJ,
- [Why Africa loses more money than it receives?](https://jesc.eu/why-africa-loses-more-money-than-it-receives/) - Africa is a huge and diverse continent regarding its territory, its population and its potential. Living and experiencing the African reality was a great opportunity for me, since in 2018 I spent 5 months in the capital of Kenya, Nairobi. I went as an exchange student in connection to my Hungarian studies, because I was
- [Charter for Change: The EU Green Deal and the contribution of religious actors](https://jesc.eu/charter-for-change-the-eu-green-deal-and-the-contribution-of-religious-actors/) - On the 28th of January, at the European Parliament, in the framework of Parliament's Article 17 dialogue with religious and non-confessional European organisations, First Vice President Mairead McGuinness called on JESC Secretary of Ecology Edmond Grace SJ to briefly present developments in the Common Home Dialogue that was first announced at a the meeting on
- [Meeting Louisa Slavkova](https://jesc.eu/meeting-louisa-slavkova/) - On Wednesday 11th December the ELP fellows met the Founder and Executive Director of the Sofia Platform, a non-governmental organization working on democratic consolidation and post-communist historical dialogue in Eastern Europe. The role of Bulgarian NGOS The first part of our conversation with Mrs. Slavkova was devoted to the presentation of Sofia Platform and to
- [Visit to the Permanent Representation of Hungary to the European Union](https://jesc.eu/visit-to-the-permanent-representation-of-hungary-to-the-european-union/) - On the 28th of November 2019, the European Leadership Programme (ELP) Fellows visited the Permanent Representation of Hungary to the European Union. Katalin Molnár (as Head of the Legal Service) and András Czeti (as HR manager) gave us – the ELP Fellows – the opportunity to get an insight into the Permanent Representation of Hungary
- [Philippe Lamberts visits ELP](https://jesc.eu/philippe-lamberts-visits-elp/) - On Thursday 20th of January, the European Leadership Programme (ELP) Fellows, had the chance to meet and have a fruitful discussion with Mr. Philippe Lamberts, Member of the European Parliament with the Green Party since 2009. Mr. Philippe Lamberts started the two-hour session about the importance of having honest and ethically correct people in politics,
- [How to save the planet: An economical perspective](https://jesc.eu/how-to-save-the-planet-an-economical-perspective/) - On Wednesday 8th of January, the ELP fellows had the pleasure to meet Janez Potočnik, former European Commissioner for the Environment, currently co-chair of the International Resource Panel. Researcher in economics, he worked as Minister Counselor at the Slovenian Prime Minister's Cabinet from 2001 to 2002 and was Minister for European Affairs from 2002 to 2004,
- [Annual Meeting of EcoJesuit](https://jesc.eu/annual-meeting-of-ecojesuit/) - The people in this photo come from from Latin America, North America, Europe and India and the Philippines. They are in Mumbai for the annual meeting of EcoJesuit. We all have experience of dealing with ecological issues as part of the Jesuit mission throughout the world, but just because an issue is global that does
- [Retreat at Quartier Gallet](https://jesc.eu/retreat-at-quartier-gallet/) - Between the 30th of November and the 1st of December 2019 we – the ELP Fellows – went together with Father Peter Rožič SJ to Quartier Gallet to a peaceful and wonderful countryside for a retreat. First we met at Luxembourg station in Brussels to travel together out of the capital and find our inner
- [ELP Meets Commissioner Violeta Bulc](https://jesc.eu/elp-meets-commissioner-violeta-bulc/) - On October 17, the European Leadership Programme Fellows met with Violeta Bulc, the Transport Commissioner of the Juncker Commission. The one and one-half hour long discussion gave us plenty of food for thought about the virtues of the current EU political structure and the techniques of successful leadership. EU institutional structure: A unique and exemplary
- [Shabka is my family](https://jesc.eu/shabka-is-my-family/) - Lukas WANK, the director of Shabka, was thinking a lot about how to engage people in critical thinking. He worked as a conflict analyst, a political advisor, a civil engineer, a kitchen hand, a soldier and a graphic designer. He has a lot of experience and ideas, especially in the field of security, and he
- [Can the Amazon rainforest be saved?](https://jesc.eu/can-the-amazon-rainforest-be-saved/) - In the context of the Amazon Synod, the question of the impact of humankind on nature has been put forward. On Thursday 24 October, the ELP Fellows had the pleasure of a discussion with Juan Diego, a Jesuit from Chile specializing in Indigenous human rights. The Amazon rainforest; a place of biodiversity and people The
- [From the ground to the sky](https://jesc.eu/from-the-ground-to-the-sky/) - The Call to Public Life On Friday October 11, the ELP Fellows and Jesuit Alumni met together to open a week-end seminar on “The call to public life: reshaping Europe”. Edmond Grace SJ opened the session with an introduction to the notion of “call to public life”, by tackling the challenges of meeting faith and
- [Stratagem Simulation Game – When Union is Strength](https://jesc.eu/stratagem-simulation-game-when-union-is-strength/) - On Sunday 13 October, the ELP fellows, together with other participants, attended a seminar titled “Call to Public Life”. We had the opportunity to get involved in the “government” of an overpopulated, but resourceful country, through a role-play called Stratagem, where different teams, representing the executive branch of a fictional country, had to find the
- [Just-Talk - November Editorial](https://jesc.eu/just-talk-november-editorial/) - Brussels, November 17, 2019Third World Day of the Poor The SJES Jubilee Congress was a witness to the mission of Justice and Reconciliation, particularly put into action over the past 50 years. Witnessing came about very strongly and dispatched the group of over 200 participants by sharing the narratives of those who witnessed faith that
- [10th European Public Communication Conference – EuroPCom 2019](https://jesc.eu/10th-european-public-communication-conference-europcom-2019/) - The EuroPCom 2019 took place on the 7th and 8th of November at the European Union institutions quartier, more precisely at the Committee of the Regions-building. The purpose of the 10th edition of this two-day conference was to provide spaces for interaction between different social groups and stakeholders, ranging from regional governments to EU functionaries,
- [Visit to Strasbourg](https://jesc.eu/visit-to-strasbourg/) - Written by: Jaka Krajnc Exploring the inner workings of the parliament Once a month the entire European parliament hits the road for the mandatory plenary sessions in Strasbourg. This September two JESC interns were present by invitation of the head of the Linking the Levels Unit, Klemen Žumer. The main objective of the visit was
- [Justice: 50 years of Jesuit Commitment](https://jesc.eu/social-justice-and-ecology-50-years-of-jesuit-commitment/) - In this video, Fr. Arturo Sosa, the Superior General of the Society of Jesus announces the beginning of the 50th Anniversary of the Social Justice and Ecology Secretariat (SJES) that began its journey in 1969. Fr. Sosa states that “This is not only a time of renewal for our institutions, social centres or for members of social
- [Religion and Human Rights - Article 17](https://jesc.eu/religion-and-human-rights-article-17/) - On the 4th of December, the European Parliament held a Dialogue Seminar on the topic of Religion and Human Rights, hosted by the First Vice President of the Parliament, Mairead McGuinness. This event fell under the frame of Parliament’s implementation of Article 17 of the TFEU, which includes that “[…] the Union shall maintain an
- [Christianity and Human rights](https://jesc.eu/christianity-and-human-rights/) - Last Wednesday, 12th of December, the European Parliament held a conference in Strasbourg entitled “Europe and the Future of Human Rights”. This event was organised to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) adopted in Paris by the United Nations on December 10th, 1948. Political leaders and experts in the
- [Christmas at JESC](https://jesc.eu/christmas-at-jesc/) - Last Thursday night the JESC team had its Christmas Potluck. All the members of the team come from different countries, so each of us brought our favourite dishes from home to share with our colleagues. From Ireland to Burundi, everybody brought something and there was a great variety of great tastes. It was a journey
- [Shaping the Future of Work - Event](https://jesc.eu/shaping-the-future-of-work-event/) - Last Tuesday, 27 November 2018, Giuseppe Riggio from Aggiornamenti Social and Pierre Martinot-Lagarde from International Labour Organisation visited JESC before going to the Shaping the Future of Work event, where representatives of the E.U. institutions and organisations based in Brussels met with 150 delegates from Churches, Christian and other faith-based organisations. They discussed the challenges of
- [Claim the Climate march](https://jesc.eu/claim-the-climate-march/) - On Sunday, December 2, one day before the start of the COP24, thousands of demonstrators joined the Claim the Climate march to demand climate justice and to call on the Belgian government to take further action to fight global warming. The march ended in the Jubelpark/Cinquantenaire where Paradise City Festival threw a dance party for
- [The European Leadership Programme](https://jesc.eu/launch-of-the-european-leadership-programme-elp/) - November 16, 2018. Today we are launching the website for the European Leadership Programme (ELP). The ELP is a Brussels-based project where you, an emerging leader, will develop skills through theoretical and practical methodologies by living together with your fellows for six months. The activities will consist of five interrelated segments. ​The goal of ELP is to contribute
- [Solidarity needs nourishment](https://jesc.eu/solidarity-needs-nourishment/) - Eco-Bites Editorial Edmond Grace SJ Brussels, Nov. 9, 2018 There is nothing abstract about solidarity. The telling of stories is its life’s blood [JS1]. Through them, we learn about particular characters and places and we identify with them. Solidarity gives us a sense of fellowship and shared strength, but it is also fragile. Those who
- [Rediscovering the European Common Good Event](https://jesc.eu/rediscovering-the-european-common-good-event/) - Following the successful weekend at “La Pairelle”, JESC co-organised a panel discussion, along with the Chapel for Europe, who graciously hosted the event. The theme was on “Rediscovering the European Common Good”. Mr. Herman Van Rompuy, former President of the European Council, courteously agreed to act as keynote speaker to set up the panel discussion.
- [Spiritual Coaching Weekend for European Executives and Politicians](https://jesc.eu/spiritual-coaching-for-european-executives-and-politicians/) - Technical knowledge is crucial for leaders in business and public life. However, certain personality traits, virtues, skills, and psychophysical health are necessary for us to face the everyday challenges we confront in our work. We may find that we try to push the stresses we deal with daily into the background assuming we can deal
- [Panel Debate: "Rediscovering the European Common Good"](https://jesc.eu/panel-debate-rediscovering-the-european-common-good/) - On 6 November, JESC and the Chapel for Europe will host a panel debate on “Rediscovering the European Common Good”, a document drafted by the “Passion for Europe”-group. This group, consisting of a wide array of Catholics from seven different nationalities, is coordinated by JESC in Brussels, and “Rediscovering the European Common Good” was produced
- [The Cultural Challenge within the E.U.](https://jesc.eu/cultural-challenge-eu/) - September 22, La Pairelle (Belgium). Gyula Ocskay, the General Secretary of the European Institute of cross-border studies, open the third session by asking the workshop participants to describe Europe by artistic works and emphasised the importance of understanding the so-called “cultural divides.” You can follow this panel as well as the entire workshop through a photo album and twitter. Philippe
- [The Integral Ecology session first reports](https://jesc.eu/workshop-integral-ecology/) - September 22, La Pairelle (Belgium). Chiara Martinelli, the executive adviser on sustainable development at CIDSE, opened and moderated the Saturday morning session on Integral ecology at the Rediscovering the European Common Good Workshop. After a warm and poetic introduction, Martinelli gave floor first to Andrea Tilche, the Acting Director of the Directorate Environment of the European Commission. Tilche emphasised from
- [The Rediscovering the European Common Good workshop has begun](https://jesc.eu/the-rediscovering-the-european-common-good-workshop-has-begun/) - September 21, La Pairelle/Namur, Belgium. The weekend-long spiritual and theological workshop has begun at La Pairelle near Namur (Belgium), entitled “Rediscovering the European Common Good.” Over sixty people learn about, discuss, and influence the present and the future of the European continent and the E.U. From the European project as “providential” to the emphasis of
- [Migrant's flow of money: Breakthrough Jesuit research](https://jesc.eu/migrants-flow-of-money-breakthrough-jesuit-research/) - Ahead of the upcoming EU Heads of state meeting in Salzburg, Jesuits in Africa and Europe express concern based on original research. Johannes Siebner SJ (Provincial Germany), Agbonkhianmeghe Orobator SJ (President, Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar - JCAM), Bernhard Bürgler SJ (Provincial Austria) and many others petition for justice. More Research PR JCAM APPEAL
- [Catholic Institutions Unite for Fossil Fuel Divestment](https://jesc.eu/catholic-institutions-unite-for-fossil-fuel-divestment/) - Catholic Institutions Unite for Fossil Fuel Divestment Communities on the front lines of the climate crisis join communities in the global north in an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Catholic institutions from around the world are making new commitments to divest from fossil fuels. A group of 19 institutions, led by Caritas India and
- [Church in Europe: International Congress](https://jesc.eu/church-in-europe-international-alumni-congress/) - On Tuesday, July 24, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) participated in the opening day of the International Alumni Congress organised by the Sozialinstitut Kommende Dortmund. The congress, which took place in Brussels, was inaugurated by His Eminence Peter Cardinal Turkson, who dealt in his keynote address with the issue of Europe’s identity and the
- [Nicolas Steeves SJ lectured at JESC](https://jesc.eu/nicolas-steeves-visit-to-jesc/) - On Wednesday 22 August, Professor of Fundamental Theology Fr. Nicolas Steeves, SJ, visited JESC. His exiting lecture was about the importance of imagination in a person’s life. Father Nicolas’s focus on the imagination began when he was writing a paper on Fundamental Theology. He was fascinated with the role imaginary plays in faith. He did
- [Towards a Church of the Poor: Martin Maier SJ in El Salvador](https://jesc.eu/fr-martin-maier-sj-gave-a-public-talk-in-el-salvador/) - On Saturday, August 19, Fr. Martin Maier SJ gave a public talk entitled "With Archbishop Romero and Pope Francis towards a Church of the poor" in El Salvador. Martin Maier, who is teaching in the Central American University in El Salvador, gave on Saturday, August 19, a public talk. The event was attended by more than 100
- [Passion for Europe website launched](https://jesc.eu/jesc-and-passion-for-europe-launch-new-website-for-upcoming-event/) - JESC and the Passion for Europe group have launched a new website for an upcoming weekend workshop and training. To join our workshop "Rediscovering the European Common Good", you can now read more about it and apply at: www.passionforeurope.com
- [Join a weekend for Europe](https://jesc.eu/join-a-weekend-for-europe/) - The Jesuit European Social Center (JESC) together with the group “Passion for Europe” are proposing a two days session to share a christian vision of Europe’s current situation and main challenges, and open a dialogue on possible changes of mindset to rediscover the European common good. This two days session will take place in September
- [Faith and Politics Workshop](https://jesc.eu/faith-and-politics-workshop/) - From the 19th to the 26th of August, The Venice Faith and Politics Workshop once again opened its doors to young leaders, with this year’s leitmotif being: “Public service as a Christian calling”. The event's emphasis has been on spiritual growth and the accompanying reflective periods, which are merged with a stunning scenery of Venice.
- [Implementing the European Social Pillar: the role of Churches and religions](https://jesc.eu/implementing-the-european-social-pillar-the-role-of-churches-and-religions/) - On Tuesday June 26, the Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) participated in a dialogue seminar organised by the European Parliament with churches and other religious institutions. The event, “Implementing the European Social Pillar: The Role of Churches and Religions,” fell within the framework of activities that the Parliament coordinates with regards to the article 17 TFEU
- [Coaching day for a re-energised JESC team](https://jesc.eu/coaching-day-for-a-re-energised-jesc-team/) - Yesterday The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) team spent a fruitful coaching journey with the Italian leadership speaker Maria Grazia Magazzino, author of the mediation book "La mediazione" and expert in coaching on re-inventing organisations and leadership in an emerging future. Through different team-building activities - from dialogue interviews, facilitation, awareness, prototyping a future activity and
- [Forgotten at the Gates of Europe](https://jesc.eu/forgotten-at-the-gates-of-europe/) - The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) participated in the presentation of the meticulous report conducted by the Jesuit Refugee Service Europe, "Forgotten at the Gates of Europe: Ongoing protection concerns at the EU’s external borders", held in Brussels on 19 June with representatives of prestigious research and EU institutions. The report was presented as a necessary
- [JESC participates in the First Laudato Si' Reflection Day](https://jesc.eu/jesc-participates-in-the-first-laudato-si-reflection-day/) - The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) participated in the First Laudato Si' Reflection Day held in Brussels on 6 June with more than 70 representatives of the European Bishops' Conferences, Catholic organisations and movements. Together they expressed their support for a sustainable financial system in Europe and the Church. Jean-Claude Hollerich SJ, Archbishop of Luxembourg and
- [REPORT: Social Apostolate Delegates and Social Centres Directors Annual Meeting](https://jesc.eu/report-social-apostolate-delegates-and-social-centres-directors-annual-meeting/) - Discerning Apostolic Preferences and Identity: Social Apostolate Delegates and Social Centres Directors Annual Meeting . Milano, 8-11 April 2018 The delegates and coordinators of the social apostolate sector in Europe and Near East met this year in Milan at a back-to back meetings with the directors of the Jesuit European Social Centres. The meeting of
- [Meeting with the President of the Spanish Episcopal Conference](https://jesc.eu/meeting-with-the-president-of-the-spanish-episcopal-conference/) - The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC) team had a fruitful meeting yesterday in Madrid with Cardinal Ricardo Blázquez, the President of the Spanish Episcopal Conference. JESC Director, Peter Rožič SJ, together with Iciar Villacieros, Programme Manager, and Maria Carla Bostiancic, Programme Assistant, presented the European Leaders programme that is being developed by JESC and other Church partners. The
- [Fellowship Programme for Young Leaders](https://jesc.eu/fellowship-program-for-young-professionals/) - JESC is pleased to soon announce an open call for a 9 - 10 month Fellowship, a programme for young professionals (students holding at least bachelor’s degree) who would like to enhance leadership skills in the international policy and advocacy arenas. The aim of the Fellowship is to enrich the selected fellows with education/training in the
- ["Romero is key for the pontificate of Pope Francis"](https://jesc.eu/romero-is-key-for-the-pontificate-of-pope-francis/) - On Tuesday 20th, the Cervantes Institute in Brussels, together with the Embassy of El Salvador to the EU, held a screening of the documentary about Archbishop Óscar Romero, martyr who was assassinated while offering Mass in 1980. Following the colloquium, three experts commented on the documentary: Gianni Beretta, director of the film; Julian Filochowski, Chair
- [JESC welcomes the election of Archbishop Hollerich as new COMECE President](https://jesc.eu/jesc-welcomes-the-election-of-archbishop-hollerich-as-new-comece-president/) - The Jesuit European Social Centre (JESC), the European Jesuit organisation that advocates for justice and human rights in Brussels, is pleased to inform you that Jean-Claude Hollerich SJ, Archbishop of Luxembourg, has been elected President of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union (COMECE) at their 2018 Spring General Assembly that was held from 7th to
- [Screening of Archbishop Óscar Romero documentary](https://jesc.eu/screening-of-archbishop-oscar-romero-documentary/) - The Embassy of El Salvador to the Kingdom of Belgium will screen, in tribute to the Archbishop and Martyr Óscar Romero, the documentary "El Desagravio" (The Reparation) in the facilities of the Cervantes Institute in Brussels. Archbishop Óscar Romero was shot dead while celebrating a Mass in El Salvador on March 24, 1980. His canonisation process
- [Laudato Si’ and the Paschal Mystery](https://jesc.eu/laudato-si-and-the-paschal-mystery/) - Written by: Brian Grogan SJ Laudato Si’ and the Paschal Mystery Seven Conversations (Numbers refer to Laudato Si’) First Conversation ‘Lord, Lent means Springtime, a time of preparation for new life in nature. New life of a deeper kind breaks in on the world through what we call the Paschal Mystery--your suffering, dying and rising to
- [The future of work – labour after Laudato Si'](https://jesc.eu/the-future-of-work-labour-after-laudato-si/) - Written by: Fr. Pierre Martinot-Lagarde SJ, The future of work – labour after Laudato Si' The project presented here aims at addressing the challenges introduced by Laudato Si' for the world of work, in the traditional approach of the social doctrine, one of collaboration, dialogue and constructive proposal based on significant principals : the dignity
- [Pope Francis in Dialogue with Europe](https://jesc.eu/pope-francis-in-dialogue-with-europe/) - For Pope Francis the future of Europe is of crucial importance. For the fifth time, he delivered a speech on the topic of the continent where his family’s roots lie. The high point of the “Rethinking Europe” dialogue in Rome was the eagerly anticipated closing address by Pope Francis. With sober realism he took as
- [Europe and Israel: Book Presentation](https://jesc.eu/report-on-book-presentation/) - On January 11th, JESC and the Chapel for Europe organized the presentation of the book «Europe et Israel : Deux destins inaccomplis ». The exchange of views between Rabbi David Meyer from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and Bernard Philippe, former diplomat working in the EEAS, questioned the European example for ensuring stability in Israel. After
- [Europe et Israël : Deux Destins Inaccomplis - Jeudi 11 janvier à 19h](https://jesc.eu/europe-et-israel-deux-destins-inaccomplis-jeudi-11-janvier-a-19h/) - INVITATION Europe et Israël: Deux Destins Inaccomplis Regards croisés entre un rabbin et un diplomate Echanges entre David Meyer et Bernard Philippe Moderateur: P. Martin Maier sj (JESC) Jeudi 11 janvier à 19h Chapelle de la Résurrection – Chapelle pour l’Europe Rue Van Maerlant 22-24, 1000 Bruxelles, Metro Maelbeek Les ondes de choc provoquées par les
- [Père Frans van der Lugt, homme de paix - Mardi, 5 décembre à 19h](https://jesc.eu/pere-frans-van-der-lugt-homme-de-paix-mardi-5-decembre-a-19h/) - INVITATION Père Frans van der Lugt, homme de paix Une soirée-témoignage par le p. Ziad Hilal SJ (Syrie) Mardi, 5 décembre à 19h Chapelle de la Résurrection – Chapelle pour l’Europe Rue Van Maerlant 22-24, 1000 Bruxelles, Metro Maelbeek Un jésuite néerlandais qui vivait en Syrie depuis 1966 et qui est devenu Syrien parmi les
- [Passion for Europe - Remembering Crisis to Heal Division](https://jesc.eu/passion-for-europe-remembering-crisis-to-heal-division/) - 2017 is a year of anniversaries. In the face of current crises, Europe will do well to remember its previous responses to challenges, says the new JESC director, Peter Rožič SJ. As the EU confronts one of its deepest crises, Europe also commemorates a series of significant anniversaries this year: the 500th anniversary of the
- [07.11 Event with Mairead McGuinness](https://jesc.eu/07-11-event-with-mairead-mcguinness/) - 7 November 2017, 19:00 at Chapel for Europe. Join Mairead McGuinness, European Parliament Vice President and panel contributors Mgr Jean Kockerols, Rev. Laurence Flachon and Martin Maier SJ to celebrate 60th anniversary of the Treaties of Rome.
- [Social Apostolate Delegates Annual Meeting, Bilbao 22-23 September 2017](https://jesc.eu/social-apostolate-delegates-annual-meeting-bilbao-22-23-september-2017/) - Taken from Jesuits in Europe News From GC36 to Ecology, Spirituality and Collaboration At this year’s annual meeting we sought conversion in social apostolate with regards to ecology, spirituality, collaboration and more. The meeting started with short, realistic and encouraging reports from nine province delegates, joined by the incoming Europe and Near East delegate Peter
- [An interview with three bishops from England and Wales](https://jesc.eu/an-interview-with-three-bishops-from-england-and-wales/) - What are the pressing concerns of UK Catholic bishops in relation to current questions regarding Europe? Henry Longbottom SJ met with three bishops to find out. Between 25-26 September, COMECE hosted a two-day visit by a delegation from the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales (CBCEW) department for International Affairs. After a welcome by COMECE General
- [An Unexpected Call: From Teaching to Serving Justice](https://jesc.eu/an-unexpected-call-from-teaching-to-serving-justice/) - The following is the text of an article written by JESC's new director, Peter Rožič SJ, which was recently published on the website of the Social Justice & Ecology Secretariat (SJES) for the Society of Jesus. This is a short story of a relatively young and happy Jesuit scholar who did not plan to return
- [Rethinking Europe](https://jesc.eu/rethinking-europe/) - With the participation of Pope Francis, COMECE is organising a Dialogue Congress on the Future of the European Union in the Vatican at the end of October. In the beginning was the idea: the unification of Europe. In 1923 Richard Coudenhove-Kalergi wrote his programmatic book “Pan-Europe”, in which he set out his proposal for a European federation
- [Stuck in the Doldrums - EU-Africa Trade Deals](https://jesc.eu/stuck-in-the-doldrums-eu-africa-trade-deals/) - The blueprint for a patchwork of trade agreements between the EU and African nations has not been achieved. This is because existing and proposed arrangements are based on an economic paradigm that fails to deliver authentically sustainable development, argues Henry Longbottom SJ. Current political negotiations for trade deals between the EU and African countries seem
- [Campaigning against ‘conflict’ minerals](https://jesc.eu/campaigning-against-conflict-minerals/) - The dark histories of some of the shiny items adorning our bodies has been popularised by recent Hollywood films and celebrity-backed campaigns. This has permitted the concepts of ‘conflict’ diamonds and ‘dirty’ gold to enter the public consciousness. But what about those other precious, and increasingly indispensable objects, found in our pockets and bags? The
- [JESC hosts conference on capitalism & transformation](https://jesc.eu/jesc-hosts-conference-on-capitalism-transformation/) - On Wednesday 7 June 2017, JESC hosted a conference entitled Three Narratives of Capitalism: Inclusive Transformation, Modernisation and Megatrends. Held at the Chapel for Europe, the keynote lecture was given by one of the world’s leading climate economists, Professor Ottmar Edenhofer of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (Germany). Following Prof. Edenhofer’s informative and
- [Financial Transaction Tax: Has the Time Come?](https://jesc.eu/financial-transaction-tax-has-the-time-come/) - The FTT has been under discussion for more than 5 years now. After such a long process, will an agreement be reached or will it fall at the last hurdle? How will it contribute to social justice? Who bears the burden? What will be the consequences for economic activity? Will it deter harmful practices? These
- [Peter Rožič SJ appointed as new director of JESC](https://jesc.eu/peter-rozic-sj-appointed-as-new-director-of-jesc/) - Peter Rožič SJ, from Slovenia, has been appointed as new director of the Jesuit European Social Centre. He was also nominated Social Apostolate Delegate for the Conference of European Provincials. Peter Rožič SJ will start at JESC in September, replacing Martin Maier SJ who has been JESC acting director for the past six months since the
- [Tax evasion as a root cause for poverty](https://jesc.eu/tax-evasion-as-a-root-cause-for-poverty/) - On 20 June 2017, JESC participated in an event hosted by the Representation to the European Union of the Free Hanseatic City of Bremen (a German region) on “tax evasion as a root cause for poverty”. The event was held in the context of the Bremen Solidarity Prize, attributed every two year since 1988. This
- [France chooses Europe](https://jesc.eu/france-chooses-europe/) - The European anthem “Ode to Joy” resounded as newly-elected President Emmanuel Macron walked into the Louvre courtyard to address his supporters. In Brussels, this election result was greeted with huge relief. The French presidential elections culminating on 7 May were seen as decisive – not only for France but also for the fate of the
- [Getting together one year on: Celebrating the memory of British MP Jo Cox](https://jesc.eu/getting-together-one-year-on-celebrating-the-memory-of-british-mp-jo-cox/) - June marks the first anniversary since the murder of the gifted social justice campaigner and British MP, Jo Cox. A series of events are planned to celebrate what unites communities. On 16th June, the UK will remember the day one year ago when the nation was left shaken as details emerged about the death of
- [Catholicity, Universality and the Crisis of the European Union](https://jesc.eu/catholicity-universality-and-the-crisis-of-the-european-union/) - On 22 May, JESC and the Chapel for Europe co-organised an event on “Catholicity, Universality and the Crisis of the European Union”. Guest speakers were Professor José Casanova, from Georgetown University, and Michael Kuhn, Deputy Secretary General of COMECE, with a debate moderated by Martin Maier SJ, Director & Secretary for European Affairs of JESC.
- [JESC at the 11th ICGLR-OECD-UN GoE Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains](https://jesc.eu/jesc-at-the-11th-icglr-oecd-un-goe-forum-on-responsible-mineral-supply-chains/) - The 11th Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains, jointly organised by the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), the OECD and the UN Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of Congo took place in Paris from 2 to 4 May 2017. Every year, the meeting gathers representatives from states, enterprises and civil
- [De la détention à la vulnérabilité](https://jesc.eu/de-la-detention-a-la-vulnerabilite/) - Le JRS-Belgium vient de publier “De la détention à la vulnérabilité”. Ce rapport présente les résultats spécifiques à la Belgique de la recherche européenne DEVAS (Detention of Vulnerable Asylum Seekers) dont l’objectif était d’identifier les facteurs qui accentuent ou atténuent la vulnérabilité des demandeurs d’asiles et migrants irréguliers dans les centres de détention. Cette recherche
- [The Peace Process as a Challenge to the EU](https://jesc.eu/the-peace-process-as-a-challenge-to-the-eu/) - Not only is this issue highly complicated, in my experience it is almost unique. On other issues, people can be tentative, can admit ignorance. On this, almost everyone has a strong opinion. Conflicting views are held passionately by the parties involved, especially since the different peoples of this region have endured terrible suffering. One can
- [Conférence de la Présidence espagnole du Conseil de l'Union Européenne  sur la responsabilité sociétale des entreprises](https://jesc.eu/conference-de-la-presidence-espagnole-du-conseil-de-lunion-europeenne-sur-la-responsabilite-societale-des-entreprises/) - L'OCIPE, dans le cadre de son programme Relational Peace Advocacy Network sur le secteur extractif en République Démocratique du Congo, participait à la conférence de la Présidence espagnole du Conseil de l'Union Européenne sur la responsabilité sociétale des entreprises qui se tenait à Palma de Mallorque les 25 et 26 mars derniers. Cette conférence faisait
- [Renforcement de la société civile et recherche académique sur la responsabilité sociétale des entreprises extractives.](https://jesc.eu/renforcement-de-la-societe-civile-et-recherche-academique-sur-la-responsabilite-societale-des-entreprises-extractives/) - Deux évènements ont motivé une mission de terrain en République Démocratique du Congo dans le cadre du projet « Relational Peace Advocacy Network » (ci-après RPAN) de l'OCIPE à cheval sur les mois de mai et juin derniers. Premièrement, le CEPAS, notre partenaire privilégié au Congo au sein de la triangulation Bruxelles – Kinshasa et Washington, organisait
- [Les Journés Européennes du Développement 2010](https://jesc.eu/les-journes-europeennes-du-developpement-2010/) - Les Journées Européennes du Développement existent depuis 2006, année où elles furent créées par Louis Michel, alors Commissaire européen au développement et à l'aide humanitaire. Cet évènement public est à la fois une vitrine et un lieu de réflexion en matière de coopération au développement. La 5e édition s'est tenue les 6 et 7 décembre
- [Les Journées Européennes du Développement 2010](https://jesc.eu/les-journees-europeennes-du-developpement-2010-article-publie-dans-la-revue-europeinfos-de-la-comece/) - La 5e édition des Journées Européennes du Développement[1] s'est tenue les 6 et 7 décembre 2010 à Bruxelles et était organisée conjointement par la Commission et la Présidence belge du Conseil de l'UE[2]. Le thème retenu cette année était l'avenir de la coopération européenne et plus de 5000 participants y ont pris part. L'OCIPE a,
- [5e Conférence Mondiale de L'Initiative pour la Transparence des Industries Extractives](https://jesc.eu/5e-conference-mondiale-de-linitiative-pour-la-transparence-des-industries-extractives/) - L'ITIE tenait sa 5e conférence mondiale, avec pour thème « la transparence compte », à Paris ces 2 et 3 mars 2011. Cette initiative, créée en 2002, rassemble des gouvernements, entreprises et représentants de la société civile des pays adhérents. Ces différents collèges sont représentés au sein du Conseil d'administration, ce qui en fait une véritable institution
- [“Caritas Europa” in the World of Today](https://jesc.eu/caritas-europa-in-the-world-of-today/) - A talk by Frank Turner at the Caritas Europa meeting I am honoured to be invited to join you today. To introduce myself: throughout my years as a Jesuit priest, I’ve worked in the area of faith and justice. I was a university teacher of ‘political theology’ – that discipline that takes politics, not only
- [The Euro Crisis](https://jesc.eu/the-euro-crisis/) - Interview on the Euro Crisis with Sylvie Goulard MEP, by Frank Turner SJ: There has been much recent commentary about the possibility that the Euro might disappear. Even if that danger has receded, the fragility of the Euro is newly evident. In the context of the financial crisis, how would you evaluate the current risk
- [Le secteur minier en RdC](https://jesc.eu/le-secteur-minier-en-rdc/) - S’est tenu, ce lundi 20 septembre, une conférence à l’OCIPE sur le thème du secteur minier en République Démocratique du Congo (ci-après RDC). Celle-ci s’inscrivait dans le cadre du projet “Relational Peace Advocacy network” qui vise à promouvoir la responsabilité sociétale des entreprises extractives œuvrant dans les pays en voie de développement. Nous profitions de
- [Pope Benedict’s Lenten Reflection on "fraternal correction"](https://jesc.eu/pope-benedicts-lenten-reflection-on-fraternal-correction/) - In his Lenten Message for 2012 Pope Benedict writes challengingly about ‘fraternal correction’. The adjective is crucial, since it indicates that the Pope is not here referring to the magisterial function of the Church, or the legitimate exercise of ecclesiastical authority. The word ‘fraternal’ implies a fundamental and radical equality that precedes all differences of
- [Ressources naturelles et travail des enfants](https://jesc.eu/natural-resources-and-children-labour/) - Le JESC et la Commission Justice et Paix – Belgique ont effectué une mission au Sud et Nord Kivu en mars dernier. Ayant jusqu’ici principalement axé son travail sur la responsabilité sociétale du secteur minier industriel au Katanga, le JESC étend désormais son analyse au secteur artisanal des deux Kivu. Le voyage d’études poursuivait un
- [Representing Religion in the EU](https://jesc.eu/representing-religion-in-the-eu/) - Representing Religion in the European Union: Does God Matter? (Routledge Studies in Religion and Politics), Editor: Lucian N. Leustean The chapter by JESC member Frank Turneris ‘The Roman Catholic Church and the European Institutions: dialogue and advocacy at the European Union’ (pages 77-90) In her Foreword, Professor Grace Davie writes: ‘The assumptions of the mid
- [Rio+20, the future we don't want](https://jesc.eu/rio20-the-future-we-dont-want/) - The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, also known as Rio+20 in commemoration of that celebrated in Rio de Janeiro in 1992, culminated in the agreement entitled “The Future We Want”, a 53-page text that has not aroused the enthusiasm either of the public or of the experts. It did, at least, provide some success
- [Van Rompuy at the Chapelle of the Resurrection](https://jesc.eu/van-rompuy-at-the-chapelle-of-the-resurrection/) - In a key note speech on “Bringing hope and solidarity to European integration” delivered yesterday evening at the Chapel of the Resurrection, also known as the Chapel for Europe, Herman Van Rompuy set out his vision for a united Europe based on values and the Christian conviction that caring for others means finding yourself. In
- [La solidarité européenne en temps de crise](https://jesc.eu/la-solidarite-europeenne-en-temps-de-crise/) - Dans son livre court mais riche de sens Temps des crises, Michel Serres propose de creuser sous le niveau du phénomène économique et politique immédiat (le niveau d’urgence, mais auquel les media informent, les politiciens décident et les personnes luttent) pour examiner les plaques tectoniques qui bougent en dessous. Une crise, suggère-t-il, est plus qu’une
- [The referendum on Scottish independence and EU Membership](https://jesc.eu/the-referendum-on-scottish-independence-and-eu-membership/) - The UK Government accepted that the question of Scottish independence should be a question for the people of Scotland to determine. In the national elections of May 2011 the Scottish National Party (SNP) won an overall majority of seats in the Scottish Parliament. The SNP's 2011 manifesto included the following commitment to a referendum on
- [Citizenship and Responsibility](https://jesc.eu/citizenship-and-responsability/) - Some people may suggest that politicians and public officials are faced with too many urgent and practical problems to let themselves be distracted by those fundamental theoretical questions best left to philosophers and political scientists. Our conference - organised by JESC with a small group of distinguished academics in different fields, and kindly supported by
- [BANRO, seule compagnie minière actuellement active au Kivu](https://jesc.eu/banro-seule-compagnie-miniere-actuellement-active-au-kivu/) - BANRO, compagnie aurifère canadienne, est la seule entreprise minière aujourd'hui active au sud-Kivu, en République Démocratique du Congo, où 124 autres compagnies détiennent des titres autorisant l'exploration du sous-sol. Cette société est initialement spécialisée dans la prospection mais la crise ayant rendu difficile la vente des concessions, BANRO a décidé d'en entamer l'exploitation, non sans
- [The Cyprus Bail-Out: a Comment](https://jesc.eu/the-cyprus-bail-out-a-comment/) - The Cyprus bail-out process was dramatic: according to some accounts even chaotic, because of the conflicting priorities of the contributing parties - the European Commission and European Central Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the European finance ministers of the ‘Eurogroup’. A first plan for a graduated scheme of enforced losses (‘haircuts’) for all bank
- [A Theology of European Citizenship: A Catholic Approach](https://jesc.eu/a-theology-of-european-citizenship-a-catholic-approach/) - I speak of ‘a Catholic approach’ to citizenship: of course not a separate ‘Catholic theology’ of citizenship’. There is no separate Catholic body of thinking on citizenship, only characteristic emphases, often communitarian (consistent with Catholic sacramental theology etc). I suppose that what I and my colleagues share today will be far more substantive than any
- [A Theology of European Citizenship: A Protestant Approach](https://jesc.eu/a-theology-of-european-citizenship-a-protestant-approach/) - The concept of citizenship refers to the life of men and women in a specific social and legal framework. Be this framework a national state or a supranational administration, such as the European Union, what is at stake when we talk about citizenship is the relationship of a person with the civil authorities. But a
- [The Irish Presidency and the EU ETS](https://jesc.eu/the-irish-presidency-and-the-eu-ets/) - The EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), launched in 2005, is “the cornerstone of the European Union's policy to combat climate change” and as a “key tool for reducing industrial greenhouse gas emissions cost-effectively” (European Commission Climate Action, EU Emissions Trading System) now operates in the 27 EU Member States plus Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.
- [A decent life for all](https://jesc.eu/a-decent-life-for-all/) - It's really something to praise the recent publication by the European Commission of the Communication entitled: "A decent life for all: ending poverty and giving the world a sustainable future". The Commission is pointing in this publication to the major challenges of our time as expounded by Nicholas Stern, the renowned British economist and author
- [Conférence sur l'initiative européenne sur l'approvisionnement responsable en ressources minérales provenant de zones de conflit et à haut risque](https://jesc.eu/conference-sur-linitiative-europeenne-sur-lapprovisionnement-responsable-en-ressources-minerales-provenant-de-zones-de-conflit-et-a-haut-risque/) - Cela fait maintenant quelques mois depuis que certains membres de la société civile se penchent sur la problématique de l'approvisionnement responsable en ressources minérales provenant de zones de conflit et à haut risque, communément appelé « conflit de minerais ». Une première impulsion avait été lancée le 13 mars 2013 au Sénat belge sur un séminaire intitulé
- [A Framework for the EU’s future Climate and Energy Policy](https://jesc.eu/a-framework-for-the-eus-future-climate-and-energy-policy/) - The publication of the Green Paper "A 2030 framework for climate and energy policies" marked the launch of a public consultation seeking input from Member States, other EU institutions and stakeholders/interest groups which will feed into the work of the European Commission (EC) to develop a 2030 framework for climate and energy policies. This public
- [Eurojess 2013: Secularisation in Europe](https://jesc.eu/eurojess-2013-secularisation-in-europe/) - Eurojess is a network of Jesuits, and of our collaborators in our social centres and social institutes. Each two years Eurojess holds a congress, to which is also invited other persons competent in the subject concerned. This year’s congress, Secularisation, the Context of our Evangelisation (Lviv, August 2013), searched for an adequate understanding of and
- [New EU law to stop natural resource trade fuelling conflict](https://jesc.eu/new-eu-law-to-stop-natural-resource-trade-fuelling-conflict/) - A coalition of 59 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) is calling on the European Commission to pass a strong law to prevent European businesses fuelling conflict and human rights abuses through their purchases of natural resources, such as tin, gold and diamonds. The call comes ahead of draft legislation due to be published by the Commission by
- [Strategies to confront Extreme Poverty in Europe](https://jesc.eu/strategies-to-confront-extreme-poverty-in-europe/) - Contrary to popular imagination, not all politics is immediately and continuously conflictual. It is possible in all parliaments to cooperate across the lines of party or group ideology. In the European Parliament. one vehicle for such shared reflection is the system of twenty-seven parliamentary ‘Intergroups’ - structures (with clear parliamentary rules) which promote informal exchange
- [EU parliamentary mission to the Great Lakes](https://jesc.eu/eu-parliamentary-mission-to-the-great-lakes/) - Towards an EU initiative on responsible sourcing of minerals originating from conflict and high-risk areas The European Commission will soon propose a legislative initiative on responsible sourcing of minerals originating from conflict-affected and high-risk areas. As a first step, a public consultation was launched in late March 2013. The trade Commissioner, Karel De Gucht, aims
- [Dialogue Seminar on Climate Change](https://jesc.eu/dialogue-seminar-on-climate-change/) - With Article 17 of the Lisbon Treaty elevating dialogue between EU Institutions and churches, religious associations or communities, as well as philosophical and non-confessional organisations from simply ‘good practice’ to a legal obligation, enshrined in primary law, the value of the contribution made by such organisations to the European policy making process was recognised. The rich
- [Fuel Poverty](https://jesc.eu/fuel-poverty/) - In its 2007 review of “Housing, Energy and Thermal Comfort,” the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended a minimum temperature of 21°C in living rooms, and 18°C in all other rooms as a minimum standard of thermal comfort for the protection of human health. Households requiring 10% or more of their income to attain this WHO
- [Disappointing EU Initiative on conflict resources](https://jesc.eu/disappointing-eu-initiative-on-conflict-resources/) - An initiative proposed by the European Commission on responsible sourcing of minerals is not strong enough to prevent European companies’ mineral purchases from financing conflict or human rights abuses, and falls far short of expectations, campaigners said today. Instead of putting forward robust legislation that would require a wide range of EU-based companies to do
- [Ensuring robust EU legislation on responsible mineral sourcing](https://jesc.eu/ensuring-robust-eu-legislation-on-responsible-mineral-sourcing/) - Recommendations to strengthen the European Commission’s proposal for a ‘regulation setting up a Union system for supply chain due diligence self-certification of responsible importers of tin, tantalum and tungsten, their ores, and gold originating in conflict affected and high-risk areas’ The new European Parliament has a critical opportunity to strengthen legislation proposed by the European
- [Catholic leaders call for due diligence in supply chains](https://jesc.eu/catholic-leaders-call-for-due-diligence-in-supply-chains/) - More than 70 Catholics bishops have signed the statement we reproduce here calling the EU to reinforce the supply chain due diligence in order to stop the complicity of transnational companies in funding conflicts. We need supply chain due diligence to stop complicity in funding conflicts Companies are selling products containing natural resources that fuel
- [Climate Change: a critical time](https://jesc.eu/climate-change-a-critical-time/) - The agenda for the climate change discussions is taking shape in the midst of important developments. The next COP 21 will be a crucial moment for courageous political decisions. The agenda for the climate change discussions is taking shape in the midst of important developments. In this article we would like to comment on three
- [Call for an European mobilization for water](https://jesc.eu/call-for-an-european-mobilization-for-water/) - Citizens coming from all over Europe, representing the nearly two million people that supported the first successful European Citizen's Initiative for the Right to Water, have come to demonstrate on the occasion of the World Water Day. Yesterday many NGOs and trade unions such as European Federation of Public Service Unions, European Public Water Network
- [Comment vivons nous le contexte de la Grèce d'aujourd'hui?](https://jesc.eu/comment-vivons-nous-le-contexte-de-la-grece-daujourdhui/) - Nous sommes un groupe de personnes, jésuites et laïcs, résidant à Athènes concernées par la crise sociale et économique qui frappe la Grèce depuis six ans. La Grèce: ce pays qui aime tant la vie, tant la liberté (éleutheria !) mais qui a connu aussi tant de crises, tant de dominations, menaces et désorganisations dans son
- [Mitigation or how to limit the impacts of climate change](https://jesc.eu/mitigation-or-how-to-limit-the-impacts-of-climate-change/) - In 2013 the European Environment Agency (EEA) announced that Europe had already reduced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 19% with reference to the 1990 level, but this reduction is largely as a result of the economic crisis. In order to tackle climate change there are two possible strategies: mitigation and adaptation. The first strategy
- [Frontiers of fear](https://jesc.eu/frontiers-of-fear/) - Since January 2015, it is estimated that 2000 people have died by drowning in the Mediterranean Sea whilst trying to reach Europe. Dozens more suffer major injuries in their attempts to cross the border between the Moroccan town of Nador and the Spanish enclave of Melilla. Many of the victims include unaccompanied minors. It was
- [A new form of anti-Semitism in Europe](https://jesc.eu/a-new-form-of-anti-semitism-in-europe/) - An old spectre is haunting Europe: anti-Semitism. This year's terrorist attacks in Paris and Copenhagen left five people dead just because they were Jewish. Jewish cemeteries have been desecrated. Synagogues and Jewish schools now have to be under armed guard. Jewish people no longer dare to wear theirkippas in public. These events led Israel's head
- [EU treads a tightrope dealing with Juncker plan](https://jesc.eu/eu-treads-a-tightrope-dealing-with-juncker-plan/) - The European Parliament (EP) discussed last month, April 20th, the European Strategic Investment Fund (EFSI) known as the core of the Plan Juncker, but it rejected it because of the "cuts" supposed on the allocations for research and transport. The Fund is part of a plan aimed to mobilize more than €315 billion both in
- [Adaptation or needed resilience](https://jesc.eu/adaptation-or-needed-resilience/) - The impact of climate change will become more intense and its effects will be irreversible. We will have to adapt to new physical and climatic conditions. This article is the third in a series of monthly pieces that aims to prepare our readers for COP21, the UN Conference on Climate Change that will take place
- [Catholic organisations' initiatives to face up to climate change](https://jesc.eu/catholic-organisations-initiatives-to-face-up-to-climate-change/) - CIDSE is an international alliance of 17 Catholic development organisations working together for global justice. Caritas Internationalis is a network comprising 165 organisations. It works for a world of peace, solidarity and justice. It provides help to victims of war, natural disaster and poverty and to migrants. CIDSE and Caritas Internationalis together published in November
- [EU Commissioner Cañete: “The call of Pope Francis to combat climate change could not be more timely”](https://jesc.eu/eu-commissioner-canete-the-call-of-pope-francis-to-combat-climate-change-could-not-be-more-timely/) - The Commissioner for Climate Action and Energy, Mr. Miguel Arias Cañete, talks about challenges facing the EU as regards these matters and the contribution for the COP21 in Paris next December. There is still a large section of public opinion which remains sceptical about climate change. Why should Europe, a region still suffering from a deep crisis
- [Cries of the poor and cries of  Nature](https://jesc.eu/cries-of-the-poor-and-cries-of-nature/) - On Pope Francis’ new Encyclical letter Laudato Si Awaited for many months and the object of a great deal of commentary and criticism in advance of publication, Pope Francis’ environmental Encyclical came out on 18 June. Its central message is that dangerous climate change and the unscrupulous exploitation of natural resources continue to threaten the
- [Pope's encyclical on environment sparks comments and hope](https://jesc.eu/popes-encyclical-on-environment-sparks-comments-and-hope/) - Ecology and Jesuits in Communication (Ecojesuit.com) has launched its special edition on Laudato Si’, Pope Francis’ environmental encyclical released last 18 June. This edition features six stories from colleagues in various Jesuit institutions in different regions of the world. S Ignacimuthu, SJ writes from India about the path-breaking character of the encyclical, Brother Ken Homan,
- [UK dilemma after Cameron's victory](https://jesc.eu/uk-dilemma-after-camerons-victory/) - One way to interpret the UK General Election of May 2015 is that some kind of status quo has been restored. The coalition of 2010 to 2015, between the Conservatives (Tories) and the Liberal Democrats (Lib Dems) was the first such in British history. Throughout the twentieth century, it had seemed the natural order that
- [EP amendments establish red lines with regard to the TTIP](https://jesc.eu/ep-amendments-establish-red-lines-with-regard-to-the-ttip/) - The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership aims at integrating the European Union and the United States the largest trade agreement in the world. The formal negotiations for this ambitious Treaty began in June 2013 The aim of this agreement is to eliminate or reduce barriers to trade in goods, services, and investment, in order to
- [Economics of climate change: the economical debt?](https://jesc.eu/economics-of-climate-change-the-economical-debt/) - Climate change has many dimensions: physical, social, political and also economical. Mitigation is a challenge to our economies. Waiting is not longer an option. We tend to associate climate change with phenomena such as typhoons, floods or droughts. But it has economic implications too and the purpose of this article is to look at some of
- [A testing time for Europe](https://jesc.eu/a-testing-time-for-europe/) - The hottest news topics in Europe this summer have been the Greek crisis and the refugee drama. Both the crises which dominated the summer headlines ultimately present the same challenge: solidarity within the EU and solidarity with people fleeing from war, discrimination and misery. On the Greek Aegean islands, both crises came into a frontal
- [Making concrete the EU commitment on climate change](https://jesc.eu/making-concrete-the-eu-commitment-on-climate-change/) - The environment ministers of the EU confirmed the proposal for COP21 to reduce emissions at least by 40% by 2030, and to reduce 80-95% in 2050 compared with 1990 In the last Council of the environment ministers of the European Union, that took place in Brussels on September the 19th, the Governments of the EU
- [Migration trends across the western route of the Mediterranean](https://jesc.eu/migration-trends-across-the-western-route-of-the-mediterranean/) - The Moroccan border with the Spanish cities of Ceuta and Melilla Syrian people fleeing from the conflict usually arrive to Morocco from Algeria, where they did not need a visa until beginning of 2015 (Palestine Syrians need a visa since 2014). They are mostly families with children. Now that Algeria asks them for a visa,
- [Global response to Laudato si'](https://jesc.eu/global-response-to-laudato-si/) - The Encyclical Laudato si’ by Pope Francis published in June has had an amazing effect beyond the boundaries of the Catholic Church. Politicians, scientists, academics and representatives of a large number of social movements have responded to the Pope’s invitation to join a dialogue on the shaping of the future of our planet. US President
- [Nourrir l'humanité](https://jesc.eu/nourrir-lhumanite/) - «Les agriculteurs sont les esclaves du XXIe siècle. Ils sont maintenus tête hors de l’eau par le seul bon vouloir des puissants» Jacques, agriculteur à Blier (Belgique). Au centre culture parisien Centquatre s’est déroulée tout au long de la COP21 une série d’évènements, de conférences et d’ateliers nommés zone d’action climat (ZAC) et organisés par
- [Human values across the globe](https://jesc.eu/human-values-across-the-globe/) - The terrorist attacks in Paris also represent an attack on European values. And yet, these values must not be compromised in the fight against terrorism. In the weeks following the terrorist attacks of 13 November 2015 the French daily Le Monde published pictures and profiles of the 130 victims. It was moving to read their
- [Méditerranée: une route dans la mer. Migrations des peuples, cultures, religions](https://jesc.eu/mediterranee-une-route-dans-la-mer-migrations-des-peuples-cultures-religions/) - Une centaine de personnes membres des branches française, belge, portugaise, italienne, maltaise du MIAMSI se sont réunies autour de ce thème du 20 au 22 novembre dernier à Pozzalo, sous le patronage du Conseil de l’Europe. Cette petite ville de la côte sud de la Sicile est régulièrement placée sous les feux de la rampe,
- [The Netherlands takes over the presidency of the Council of the EU](https://jesc.eu/the-netherlands-takes-over-the-presidency-of-the-council-of-the-eu/) - The Netherlands has officially taken over, on January the 1st, the rotatory Presidency of the European Union at a crucial and difficult moment: when the 28 EU countries face not only a dramatic refugee crisis and they undergo an intense terrorism threat, but also challenged with the negotiations to assure the permanence of Britain in the
- [Dialogue - a vital issue for the Church and for Europe](https://jesc.eu/dialogue-a-vital-issue-for-the-church-and-for-europe/) - The Church can only carry on a meaningful dialogue with the outside world if she is committed to an internal culture of dialogue In Article 17 of the Lisbon Treaty, the European Union undertakes to hold an “open, transparent and regular dialogue” with the churches and religious communities. This dialogue, carried out at various levels,
- [EU fails its responsibility on responding to migrant crisis](https://jesc.eu/eu-fails-its-responsibility-on-responding-to-migrant-crisis/) - The massive flow of migrants has induced the EU to forge a controversial agreement with Ankara to send to the neighboring country migrants who arrive in the Greek islands, even the Syrians. In turn, the EU is committed to accept an equivalent number of Syrian refugees directly from Turkey. By sending refugees to Turkey, the
- [Pope Francis and the compassion of the Europeans](https://jesc.eu/pope-francis-and-the-compassion-of-the-europeans/) - In visiting refugees on the island of Lesbos, Pope Francis pointed signalled a humanitarian approach and appealed to the compassion of the Europeans His first official visit outside of Rome in 2013 to the island of Lampedusa, the celebration of Holy Mass in Ciudad Juárez in February 2016 in front of the barbed wire fence
- [Paris Agreement marches forward towards implementation](https://jesc.eu/paris-agreement-marches-forward-towards-implementation/) - This April saw the launch of the one-year period for national governments to ratify the Paris Agreement on climate change reached at the COP 21 in Paris, the final stage before entry into force. The international community greeted with enthusiasm the substantial Paris Agreement on climate change produced last December by the UNFCCC 21st meeting
- [Poor agreement on the European Regulation of Responsible Sourcing](https://jesc.eu/poor-agreement-on-the-european-regulation-of-responsible-sourcing/) - The European Institutions – Commission, Council and Parliament – have reached an agreement on the so-called “Conflict Minerals” Regulation last Wednesday. Civil society organisations, both in Europe and in the South, have been asking for years for a strong regulation to break the link between the exploitation of minerals and Human Rights gross violations like
- [Brexit - A schism for Europe](https://jesc.eu/brexit-a-schism-for-europe/) - “The curtain is closed while all questions remain open” – this Bertolt Brecht quote aptly sums up the situation after the UK’s referendum on 23 June. By a narrow margin of 51.9% the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. With a turnout of 72% of the electorate, this corresponds to 37% of all
- [Binding greenhouse gas emission reductions for Member States (2021-2030)](https://jesc.eu/binding-greenhouse-gas-emission-reductions-for-member-states-2021-2030/) - The European Commission (EC) proposed the effort sharing list to reduce greenhouse gas emissions targets for Member States from 2021-2030 for the transport, buildings, agriculture, waste, land-use and forestry sectors, which accounted for nearly 60% of the total emissions of the European Union (EU) in 2014. The framework contains a binding target to cut emissions by 40%
- [Retour sur le Faith and Politics workshop 2016](https://jesc.eu/retour-sur-le-faith-and-politics-workshop-2016/) - Lorsque l’on veut éviter des débats endiablés au cours d’un repas de famille, il est de coutume d’éviter deux sujets de discorde : la politique et la religion. Il est donc logique que tous les deux ans, les jésuites organisent à Venise un workshop pour jeune de 18-30 ans sur le thème suivant : faith and politics.
- [Uprooted children](https://jesc.eu/uprooted-children/) - At the beginning of September, the United Nations’ children’s fund Unicef presented the report “Uprooted”. Its shocking message was that there are almost 50 million displaced children and young people worldwide, with 28 million of these fleeing from terror and violence. When compared with the United Nations’ worldwide refugee figures, it is seen that every
- [Brexit and its impacts on environmental policy](https://jesc.eu/brexit-and-its-impacts-on-environmental-policy/) - Brexit’s impact on environmental policy will be felt not just in the UK but also in the European Union. While the UK risks sliding towards a lowering of its standards, the EU will be losing a Member State that has been extremely active in this field. While Brexit has put the strongest spotlight on its
- [EU: Conflict Minerals agreement reached](https://jesc.eu/eu-conflict-minerals-agreement-reached/) - 22 November 2016: Following the publication of the EU’s proposed regulation on conflict minerals, JESC together with 27 other faith and civil society groups have issued this Press Release. EU: Conflict Minerals agreement reached as exemptions added The European Union (EU) has today taken a positive, but half-hearted, step towards cleaning up Europe’s trade in
- [The US elections – a rude awakening in Europe](https://jesc.eu/the-us-elections-a-rude-awakening-in-europe/) - The election of Donald Trump as the future 45th US President took place on 9 November, 27 years to the day after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Does it herald a comparable cataclysm in world politics? Like the British referendum in June, the US election came as a rude awakening to many in Europe.
- [Rural depopulation - The harvest is rich but the labourers are few](https://jesc.eu/rural-depopulation-the-harvest-is-rich-but-the-labourers-are-few/) - Responding to ever-louder calls for a radical overhaul of the Common Agricultural Policy (‘CAP’), MEPs have recently voted in favour of measures to help small farmers. In this article, environmental lawyer Henry Longbottom SJ (JESC) considers a range of voices in a debate about public funding of rural activities. Few would deny the importance of
- [Mixed results for legislation on “conflict minerals”](https://jesc.eu/mixed-results-for-legislation-on-conflict-minerals/) - After three years of negotiations, the European Union has finally got round to legislating on conflict minerals. Definitely a step forward, but not going far enough, writes JESC Advocacy Adviser Emmanuelle Devuyst On 22 November 2016, the Trilogue negotiations between the European Commission, Parliament and Council of the EU Member States agreed upon a Regulation, albeit
- [European Reflection Group](https://jesc.eu/european-reflection-group/) - On 10th February 2017, JESC hosted the first meeting of a group which has been set up to reflect on the future of Europe and the European Union. Members of the Group represent a variety of European nationalities and either work for the European Institutions or are involved in European Affairs more generally. At this
- [You shall not tell lies!](https://jesc.eu/you-shall-not-tell-lies/) - The spread of fake news has made truth and lies an urgent topic of political and social debate. The Association for the German Language chose the new idiom “postfaktisch” (post-truth) as its Word of the Year for 2016. The publisher of the Oxford Dictionary also chose the English term “post-truth” as its International Word of
- [Inspire change through your lens! International Photo Competition](https://jesc.eu/inspire-change-through-your-lens-international-photo-competition/) - The CIDSE Campaign “Change for the Planet - Care for the People” invites you to participate in its first international photo competition. This initiative seeks to capture the imagination and creativity of photography enthusiasts - both professional and amateur - keen to share their special take on citizen-led initiatives around the sustainable production and consumption of
- [Tuesday 7th March 2017, JESC will host a Round Table on Conflict Minerals](https://jesc.eu/tuesday-7th-march-2017-jesc-will-host-a-round-table-on-conflict-minerals/) - DROITS HUMAINS ET MODES DE CONSOMMATION EUROPÉENS - Un Débat sur la position européenne en matière d'encadrement des entreprises multinationales et de régulation des minerais des conflits. Avec Mgr Alvaro Ramazzini (Evêque guatémaltèque) Marie Arena (Eurodéputée socialiste) Philippe Lamberts (Eurodéputé écologiste) https://twitter.com/ChapelforEurope/status/831807050367721472 Date: Tuesday 7th March 2017 Time: 15.00 Venue: Chapelle de la Résurrection, rue Van Maerlantstraat 22-24, B-1040
- [Also from 7th March 2017...](https://jesc.eu/also-from-7th-march-2017/) - Photo exhibition - Conflict Minerals: The Congolese Case
- [2016 Annual Report](https://jesc.eu/2016-annual-report/) - This has now been published. For a copy, please click here.
- [The Rome Treaties, a successful story of friendship and perseverance](https://jesc.eu/the-rome-treaties-a-successful-story-of-friendship-and-perseverance/) - Back in 1957, what shape was united Europe going to take? What was the mindset of the leaders of Europe at that time ? We will soon commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Rome Treaties and current EU leaders will praise those men who made it possible. Pressed by growing Euro-scepticism, they may be tempted
- [Press Release on New Conflict Minerals Legislation - A Missed Opportunity for the EU](https://jesc.eu/press-release-on-new-conflict-minerals-legislation-a-missed-opportunity-for-the-eu/) - On 16 March 2017, JESC, together with a number of other Organisations has issued a press release.
- [Conflict minerals exhibition and roundtable](https://jesc.eu/conflict-minerals-exhibition-and-roundtable/) - In response to the European Union's adoption of legislation on responsible mineral sourcing in March 2017 Africa Europe Faith & Justice Network, JESC, and the Justice and Peace Commission organised a round table and photo exhibition, hosted at the Chapel of the Resurrection. The events explored issues relating to conflict minerals, respect for human rights and
- [Coverage of JESC Article by Business & Human Rights Resource Centre](https://jesc.eu/coverage-of-jesc-article-by-business-human-rights-resource-centre/) - An article written by a JESC Advocacy team member has been featured in the Weekly Update e-newsletter produced by the international NGO, the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre. The article picked up by the Resource Centre is entitled "A choking beast of prey – Mega Mines in Zambia" and forms part of a series of reports
- [Loyola University Andalucía visits JESC and the EU Commission](https://jesc.eu/loyola-university-andalucia-visits-jesc-and-the-eu-commission/) - On 25 April 2017 a group of 20 professors and students from Loyola University Andalucía, a Jesuit university in Spain visited JESC. The group was in Brussels to get a practical understanding of the European Union and the European institutions. As part of their programme, they met with JESC, where they were introduced to the
- [New spring in Europe?](https://jesc.eu/new-spring-in-europe/) - In recent months a range of initiatives have emerged that actively support the European Union. Is this a sign that the EU’s identity crisis is coming to an end? At the end of a speech in Brussels last November, former Minister President of Baden-Württemberg, Erwin Teufel, a dedicated European and former member of the European
- [A first step in the fight against conflict minerals](https://jesc.eu/a-first-step-in-the-fight-against-conflict-minerals/) - On 3 April 2017, the European Council formally adopted a regulation on the responsible supply of minerals which had previously been approved by the European Parliament on 16 March 2017. The objective of this legislation is to put an end to the financing of armed groups through the trading of so-called conflict minerals. The origin

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- [Jesuits for Climate Justice COP30 campaign](https://jesc.eu/cop30/) - Jesuits for Climate Justice at COP30 in Belém, Brazil (November 2025) JESC is part of Jesuits for Climate Justice, a worldwide initiative uniting Jesuit institutions and partners in advocacy for a just and sustainable future. Together with EcoJesuit and our global network, we are working in the lead-up to COP30, the UN climate summit taking
- [Donate Now](https://jesc.eu/donate-now/) - Donate Non-Tax Deductible Donation through Stripe Tax Deductible Donation I am a tax resident in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany and Denmark JESC has partnered with King Baudouin Foundation for several years to provide the possibility of tax-deductible donations. Due to changes in the KBF policies, we are currently in dialogue with the Transnational
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- [Food Policy](https://jesc.eu/ecology/food-policy/) - Food Policy Food systems are at the heart of both EU policy and the climate crisis. The current Common Agricultural Policy consumes one third of the EU budget, in spite of having several identified economic and environmental flaws. On the other hand, food systems are, after fossil fuels, the second largest global polluter. This situation
- [JESC Carbon Initiative](https://jesc.eu/ecology/jesc-carbon-initiative/) - JESC Carbon Initiative By acknowledging the urgent need for ecological conversion as emphasized in the “Laudato Si'” encyclical, JESC assumes the mission of supporting faith-based actors in their journey towards sustainability and environmental stewardship. The JESC Carbon Initiative (JCI) provides faith actors with the tools and knowledge to evaluate their ecological impact, identify areas for
- [Loyola 2022 Social and Ecology Congress](https://jesc.eu/loyola-2022-social-and-ecology-congress/) - Loyola 2022 Justice and Ecology Congress The Loyola 2022 Congress took place between 28th March to 1st April 2022 at Loyola, Spain. The Congress acted as a milestone in the "deeper renewal" and alignment of processes of the Jesuit Conference of European Provincials (JCEP) Justice Networks, equipping them to implement the Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAPs)
- [Jesuits for Climate Justice](https://jesc.eu/jesuits-for-climate-justice/) - Jesuits for Climate Justice COP29 Campaign “I ask everyone to accompany this pilgrimage of reconciliation with the world that is our home and to help make it more beautiful.” (Pope Francis, LD 69) Welcome to the Jesuits for Climate Justice campaign, which seeks to inform and advocate on important climate issues up to and during the
- [OUR PARTNERS - NETWORKS](https://jesc.eu/our-partners-networks/) - LEADERSHIP JESC receives aid and collaborates with a number of partner organisations in our vision to develop leadership for Europe. Our ambition of aiding young professionals in their endeavour to become capable, servant leaders in Europe is greatly indebted to our associates. UCSIA CIDSE CARITAS EUROPA MCE EUROPE Being based in Brussels, JESC is in
- [Leadership](https://jesc.eu/leadership/) - LEADERSHIPOur flagship European Leadership Programme is a five-month Ignatian based formation that combines European politics, the experience of living in community, and practical insights into the European institutions. It also focuses on spiritual reflection, with coaching sessions and volunteering activities. The European Leadership Programme (ELP) embodies JESC’s commitment to journeying with the youth and guiding leadership.
- [Europe](https://jesc.eu/europe/) - EUROPEWe advocate for a vision of European institutions and policies based on the idea of an European Common Good. In the field of European Affairs, JESC’s activities are inspired by the Jesuit mission for reconciliation on social issues and ecology. We particularly hope to encourage debates, strategies, and ways of thinking that favour the quest
- [OUR MISSION](https://jesc.eu/our-mission/) - OUR MISSION Our mission is to reflect on and contribute to the life, policies and practices of Europe in general and the EU in particular. JESC seeks an engagement which authentically expresses Christian faith, analyses social reality with competence, and advocates for social and environmental justice in the European political structures and action, while remaining
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- [Future Generations Initiative](https://jesc.eu/ecology/future-generations/) - Future Generations Initiative We recognise our moral responsibility to respect the needs and rights of Future Generations. Long-term perspective, honest discussion and science-based analysis are key to good-quality decision-making. Future Generations thinking is crucial for just transition, but also beyond: we need it for the demographic decline, defence of democracy, adaptation to rapid AI development, and
- [Ecology](https://jesc.eu/ecology/) - ECOLOGYThe Jesuits’ Fourth Universal Apostolic Preference is Caring for our Common Home. Our work centers on supporting Faith-Based Organizations in their ecological transition and addressing pressing EU environmental policy issues. JESC Ecology develops along four lines of work: JESC Carbon Initiative (JCI), Future Generations Initiative (FGI), Food Policy and Climate Justice. The JESC Carbon Initiative
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- [Conference Of Parties (COP28)](https://jesc.eu/cop28athome/) - COP28@Home Together for Climate Justice May those taking part in the Conference be strategists capable of considering the common good and the future of their children, more than the short-term interests of certain countries or businesses - Pope Francis on COP28 in Laudate Deum Subscribe for our COP28@Home Bulletin About Welcome to COP28@Home, your gateway
- [EUROPE-old](https://jesc.eu/europe-old/) - EUROPEWe advocate for justice within European organisations, inspired by the Jesuit mission for reconciliation on social issues and environmental protection. As Secretary for European Affairs, Fr Benoit Willemaers SJ coordinates JESC’s interaction with individuals and groups connected to the life and activities of the European Institutions. JESC’s European Affairs role entails facilitating discussion and reflection
- [Covid-19 vaccines: waive patents rights](https://jesc.eu/vaccines-for-all/) - Vaccine access for all Join us to ask WTO to waive patent rights to allow for increased production of Covid-19 vaccines across the world. Vaccines for allThe lack of access to vaccines is a sign of discrimination and injustice that condemns poor countries to continue living in health, economic and social poverty. In his recent Urbi
- [Stand with Stan Swamy SJ](https://jesc.eu/standwithstan/) - Stand With Stan Swamy SJ A liberated bird sings from heaven Stan Swamy SJ dies waiting for bail – JESC Team Read here A liberated bird sings from heaven – Xavier Jeyaraj, SJ Read here Jail Indian Jesuit Stan Swamy dies awaiting for bail – Vatican News Read here Past actions: Advocacy A liberated birds
- [Conference Of Parties (COP27)](https://jesc.eu/conferenceofparties/) - COP27 Join us to push climate change high in the political agenda and urge our politicians to commit to ambitious climate targets COP27: a time to decisively confront the climate crisis One month from now, and in the midst of a worsening and increasingly dangerous climate crisis, the United Nations Climate Change Conference will take
- [Vaccine access for all](https://jesc.eu/cop27/) - Vaccine access for all Join us to ask WTO to waive patent rights to allow for increased production of Covid-19 vaccines across the world. Vaccines for allThe lack of access to vaccines is a sign of discrimination and injustice that condemns poor countries to continue living in health, economic and social poverty. In his recent Urbi
- [Business and the Earth webinar](https://jesc.eu/business-and-the-earth-webinar/) - On Friday May 27th, JESC hosted the Business and the Earth webinar, in the context of the Laudato Si’ Week. It was an opportunity to reflect on the role of business in society, and specifically in the ecological transition. Each of the four speakers provided rich insights, and together they offered a diverse and
- [Earthquake in Croatia](https://jesc.eu/earthquake-in-croatia/) - Croatia's earthquake Restoring "Lang's Home" Earthquake destroyed “Lang’s Home” for the elderly, sick, invalids and abandoned persons in CroatiaOn December 29, Croatia was hit by a magnitude 6.4 earthquake in central Croatia, following a series of powerful aftershocks. The quake, that struck about 30 miles southeast of the capital Zagreb, was the largest quake to hit Croatia
- [Closer through crisis](https://jesc.eu/closer-throught-crisis/) - Closer through crisis Prayers St Francis explains to his brother Leo what things are perfect joyfrom the little flowers of Saint Francis of Assisi Read the Prayer here OMECE/CCEE Common Prayer to God for HelpBy Card. Jean-Claude Hollerich Sj and Card. Angelo Bagnasco Read the Prayer here Pope Francis’ Prayer to Mary during the Coronavirus Pandemic
- [Privacy Policy](https://jesc.eu/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Our contact details Jesuit European Social CentreJesc – Rue du Cornet 51 B, 1040 BrusselsE-mail: administration@jesc.euThe type of personal information we collect We currently collect and process the following information:• Name-surname, official titles, current addresses, email, social media public user name (twitter, linkedin), education and other formation (name and city of schools, years
- [Our Partners](https://jesc.eu/our-partners/) - European Affairs Commission of Bishops’ Conferences of the EU (COMECE) Jesuits in Europe Chapel for Europe The Europe Experience (a project by IXE) Natural Resources Advocacy Africa Europe Faith & Justice Network (AEFJN) Coopération Internationale pour le Développement et la Solidarité (CIDSE) CNCD-11.11.11 European Coalition for Corporate Justice (ECCJ) European confederation of Relief and Development NGOs (CONCORD)
- [African Social Centres Blog](https://jesc.eu/african-social-centres-blog/) - During March 2017, JESC Advocacy team member Henry Longbottom SJ visited various initiatives and projects coordinated by, or linked to, the Jesuits in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The aim of the visit was to deepen relationships and explore new ways for JESC to collaborate with our partners in Africa. The following are
- [A choking beast of prey - Mega Mines in Zambia](https://jesc.eu/a-choking-beast-of-prey-mega-mines-in-zambia/) - "A crouching vicious beast of prey whose snorts grow ever louder as if choking on its painful digestion of human flesh". Thus goes Émile Zola's description of a vast coal mine in his novel Germinal about a mid-nineteenth century coal mining community in northern France. Under Zola's analysis, if the vicious beast is choking, so
- [Transforming lives of les enfants de la rue – Centre Mgr Munzihirwa, Kinshasha](https://jesc.eu/transforming-lives-of-les-enfants-de-la-rue-centre-mgr-munzihirwa-kinshasha/) - “Seeing the way the kids are gradually rehabilitated, and being part of that process” is how Pére Stanislas Kimpeye, SJ describes the most rewarding aspect of his ministry. Pére Stanislas is the director of the Centre Mgr Munzihirwa, a project helping former street kids in the Funa district of Kinshasa. The centre has three aspects
- [Empowering mine-affected communities - Silveira House, Harare](https://jesc.eu/empowering-mine-affected-communities-silveira-house-harare/) - Situated in Chishawasha, a rural district outside the Zimbabwean capital of Harare, travelling to Silveira House feels more like going on retreat rather than visiting a Jesuit advocacy office. In my experience, Jesuit social centres are usually found in nondescript blocks somewhere in the middle of a city. But as my guide Tawanda Chamba SJ
- [Artisanal Mining in Katanga - Arrupe Centre, Lubumbashi](https://jesc.eu/artisanal-mining-in-katanga-arrupe-centre-lubumbashi/) - What is a "conflict mineral"? The recently-approved EU legislation on responsible mineral sourcing defines a conflict mineral as tantalum, tin, tungsten or gold which originates from any region in the world affected by, and which is used to finance, armed conflict. Equivalent US provisions in the Dodd-Frank Act includes a wider list of minerals, but limits
- [Table ronde et exposition de photos sur les minerais de conflit](https://jesc.eu/table-ronde-et-exposition-de-photos-sur-les-minerais-de-conflit/) - Table ronde et exposition de photos sur les minerais de conflit, respect des droits Humains et modes de consommation européennes Dans le cadre de l'adoption par l'Union Européenne d'une législation sur l'approvisionnement responsable en minerais, le JESC, la Commission Justice et Paix et AEFJN ont organisé une table ronde et une exposition photos sur les
- [How the world's newest Jesuit university is promoting sustainable agriculture](https://jesc.eu/african-social-centres-blog/1638-2/) - DRC's abundant natural resources are not only to be found underground. Any new visitor to the country cannot fail to appreciate the land's rich vegetation and fertile farmland. And yet despite its excellent soil and climatic conditions, DRC needs to import much of its food from neighbouring countries. The agricultural sector is perhaps another victim
- [Reactions to Trump & a new Central African ecclesial network initiative](https://jesc.eu/african-social-centres-blog/1599-2/) - Last month, Donald Trump indicated that he intended to issue an executive order repealing section 1502 of the Dodd-Frank Act, a provision enacted by the Obama Administration aimed at preventing the importation of conflict minerals into the US. What do civil society leaders make of this in Kinshasa? I put this question to Henri Muhiya
- [Reforming DRC's Mining Code? CEPAS Kinshasa](https://jesc.eu/promoting-integral-development-through-legislative-reform-cepas/) - The devil hides in the details, but very often he also lies low in the lack of detail. This is the situation regarding the laws and guidance governing the mining sector in DRC, which are weak and ineffective from the point of view of human rights, environmental protection and the common good. Recognising that a
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- [Euripean leadership program](https://jesc.eu/tag/euripean-leadership-program/)
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- [European election](https://jesc.eu/tag/european-election/)
- [Vatican Summit on sex abuse](https://jesc.eu/tag/vatican-summit-on-sex-abuse/)
- [European youth](https://jesc.eu/tag/european-youth/)
- [low turnout](https://jesc.eu/tag/low-turnout/)
- [unemployment](https://jesc.eu/tag/unemployment/)
- [Findinf God in a Leaf](https://jesc.eu/tag/findinf-god-in-a-leaf/)
- [spring](https://jesc.eu/tag/spring/)
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- [good leadership](https://jesc.eu/tag/good-leadership/)
- [Amazonia](https://jesc.eu/tag/amazonia/)
- [Integral Ecology Conference](https://jesc.eu/tag/integral-ecology-conference/)
- [Ted Penton](https://jesc.eu/tag/ted-penton/)
- [Deported mexicans](https://jesc.eu/tag/deported-mexicans/)
- [Homs](https://jesc.eu/tag/homs/)
- [fr frans van der lugt](https://jesc.eu/tag/fr-frans-van-der-lugt/)
- [conflict](https://jesc.eu/tag/conflict/)
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- [volunteering](https://jesc.eu/tag/volunteering/)
- [European Elections](https://jesc.eu/tag/european-elections/)
- [Falenica](https://jesc.eu/tag/falenica/)
- [frans van der lugt](https://jesc.eu/tag/frans-van-der-lugt/)
- [laudato si'](https://jesc.eu/tag/laudato-si-2/)
- [global change](https://jesc.eu/tag/global-change/)
- [Climate Change](https://jesc.eu/tag/climate-chiange/)
- [encycliacal letter](https://jesc.eu/tag/encycliacal-letter/)
- [taranto](https://jesc.eu/tag/taranto/)
- [ilva](https://jesc.eu/tag/ilva/)
- [india](https://jesc.eu/tag/india/)
- [bangladesh](https://jesc.eu/tag/bangladesh/)
- [demographic groth](https://jesc.eu/tag/demographic-groth/)
- [Ecobites](https://jesc.eu/tag/ecobites/)
- [Van Rompuy](https://jesc.eu/tag/van-rompuy/)
- [Leadership Post](https://jesc.eu/tag/leadership-post/)
- [Editorial](https://jesc.eu/tag/editorial/)
- [Loyola](https://jesc.eu/tag/loyola/)
- [Loyola University Andalucia](https://jesc.eu/tag/loyola-university-andalucia/)
- [Ignatian](https://jesc.eu/tag/ignatian/)
- [Leaders](https://jesc.eu/tag/leaders/)
- [Andalucia](https://jesc.eu/tag/andalucia/)
- [JENA](https://jesc.eu/tag/jena/)
- [Social Apostolate](https://jesc.eu/tag/social-apostolate/)
- [jeswebcom19](https://jesc.eu/tag/jeswebcom19/)
- [communications](https://jesc.eu/tag/communications/)
- [madrid](https://jesc.eu/tag/madrid/)
- [John Dardis SJ](https://jesc.eu/tag/john-dardis-sj/)
- [José Maria Olaizola SJ](https://jesc.eu/tag/jose-maria-olaizola-sj/)
- [Copenaghen](https://jesc.eu/tag/copenaghen/)
- [Ocean pollution](https://jesc.eu/tag/ocean-pollution/)
- [Fiji](https://jesc.eu/tag/fiji/)
- [Sea piratery](https://jesc.eu/tag/sea-piratery/)
- [marching](https://jesc.eu/tag/marching/)
- [climate](https://jesc.eu/tag/climate/)
- [Collective Memory](https://jesc.eu/tag/collective-memory/)
- [Communism](https://jesc.eu/tag/communism/)
- [Berlin wall fall](https://jesc.eu/tag/berlin-wall-fall/)
- [Guillermo Otano](https://jesc.eu/tag/guillermo-otano/)
- [Greta Thunberg](https://jesc.eu/tag/greta-thunberg/)
- [EESC](https://jesc.eu/tag/eesc/)
- [rEUnaissance](https://jesc.eu/tag/reunaissance/)
- [Centesimus Annus - Pro Pontifice Foundation. Luca Jahier](https://jesc.eu/tag/centesimus-annus-pro-pontifice-foundation-luca-jahier/)
- [Peter J. Verovšek](https://jesc.eu/tag/peter-j-verovsek/)
- [European Renaissance](https://jesc.eu/tag/european-renaissance/)
- [Cardinal Peter Turkson](https://jesc.eu/tag/cardinal-peter-turkson/)
- [Jeffery Sachs](https://jesc.eu/tag/jeffery-sachs/)
- [the Mayor of Assisi](https://jesc.eu/tag/the-mayor-of-assisi/)
- [Stefania Proietti](https://jesc.eu/tag/stefania-proietti/)
- [Kasisi training centre](https://jesc.eu/tag/kasisi-training-centre/)
- [Members of the Zambia Alliance for Agro Biodiversity](https://jesc.eu/tag/members-of-the-zambia-alliance-for-agro-biodiversity/)
- [Lufwanyama District](https://jesc.eu/tag/lufwanyama-district/)
- [Pedro Walpole](https://jesc.eu/tag/pedro-walpole/)
- [cell](https://jesc.eu/tag/cell/)
- [plastics](https://jesc.eu/tag/plastics/)
- [Victoria Martín de la Torre](https://jesc.eu/tag/victoria-martin-de-la-torre/)
- [#Brussels](https://jesc.eu/tag/brussels-2/)
- [#JESC](https://jesc.eu/tag/jesc-2/)
- [#Leadership](https://jesc.eu/tag/leadership-2/)
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- [#Internship](https://jesc.eu/tag/internship/)
- [jesuit european social centre](https://jesc.eu/tag/jesuit-european-social-centre/)
- [reflection](https://jesc.eu/tag/reflection/)
- [calltopubliclife](https://jesc.eu/tag/calltopubliclife/)
- [#europeanleadershipprogramme](https://jesc.eu/tag/europeanleadershipprogramme/)
- [#ELP](https://jesc.eu/tag/elp-2/)
- [leadershippost](https://jesc.eu/tag/leadershippost/)
- [elpfellow](https://jesc.eu/tag/elpfellow/)
- [just-talk](https://jesc.eu/tag/just-talk/)
- [traineeship](https://jesc.eu/tag/traineeship/)
- [SJES](https://jesc.eu/tag/sjes/)
- [advent](https://jesc.eu/tag/advent/)
- [arrival](https://jesc.eu/tag/arrival/)
- [#CommonHome](https://jesc.eu/tag/commonhome/)
- [#GreenDeal](https://jesc.eu/tag/greendeal/)
- [#Changes](https://jesc.eu/tag/changes/)
- [jobmarket](https://jesc.eu/tag/jobmarket/)
- [jobs](https://jesc.eu/tag/jobs/)
- [career](https://jesc.eu/tag/career/)
- [youth](https://jesc.eu/tag/youth/)
- [employment](https://jesc.eu/tag/employment/)
- [The story](https://jesc.eu/tag/the-story/)
- [Trade](https://jesc.eu/tag/trade/)
- [European Green Deal](https://jesc.eu/tag/european-green-deal/)
- [Decarbonisation](https://jesc.eu/tag/decarbonisation/)
- [Neutral](https://jesc.eu/tag/neutral/)
- [CBAM](https://jesc.eu/tag/cbam/)
- [Carbon](https://jesc.eu/tag/carbon/)
- [Border Tax](https://jesc.eu/tag/border-tax/)
- [ETS](https://jesc.eu/tag/ets/)
- [Justice](https://jesc.eu/tag/justice/)
- [Mission](https://jesc.eu/tag/mission/)
- [StanSwamy](https://jesc.eu/tag/stanswamy/)
- [Fellows](https://jesc.eu/tag/fellows/)
- [political dialogue](https://jesc.eu/tag/political-dialogue/)
- [war](https://jesc.eu/tag/war/)
- [Nagorno Karabakh](https://jesc.eu/tag/nagorno-karabakh/)
- [Alumni](https://jesc.eu/tag/alumni/)
- [European Affairs](https://jesc.eu/tag/european-affairs/)
- [Secretary](https://jesc.eu/tag/secretary/)
- [technology](https://jesc.eu/tag/technology/)
- [ethics](https://jesc.eu/tag/ethics/)
- [Fratelli Tutti](https://jesc.eu/tag/fratelli-tutti/)
- [Borders](https://jesc.eu/tag/borders/)
- [Education](https://jesc.eu/tag/education/)
- [migration policies](https://jesc.eu/tag/migration-policies/)
- [governance](https://jesc.eu/tag/governance/)
- [mobility](https://jesc.eu/tag/mobility/)
- [Asylum Seekers](https://jesc.eu/tag/asylum-seekers/)
- [equality](https://jesc.eu/tag/equality/)
- [Book Review](https://jesc.eu/tag/book-review/)
- [Interview](https://jesc.eu/tag/interview/)
- [StandwithStan](https://jesc.eu/tag/standwithstan/)
- [Security](https://jesc.eu/tag/security/)
- [Survival](https://jesc.eu/tag/survival/)
- [Human Security](https://jesc.eu/tag/human-security/)
- [Multiplier effect](https://jesc.eu/tag/multiplier-effect/)
- [Stan Swamy](https://jesc.eu/tag/stan-swamy/)
- [Counterterrorism](https://jesc.eu/tag/counterterrorism/)
- [Saint Ignatius](https://jesc.eu/tag/saint-ignatius/)
- [Ignatian Year](https://jesc.eu/tag/ignatian-year/)
- [Ursula von der Leyen](https://jesc.eu/tag/ursula-von-der-leyen/)
- [Vatican](https://jesc.eu/tag/vatican/)
- [EU leaders](https://jesc.eu/tag/eu-leaders/)
- [Belarus](https://jesc.eu/tag/belarus/)
- [Lukashenko](https://jesc.eu/tag/lukashenko/)
- [Putin](https://jesc.eu/tag/putin/)
- [Protashevich](https://jesc.eu/tag/protashevich/)
- [Covid](https://jesc.eu/tag/covid/)
- [Space](https://jesc.eu/tag/space/)
- [Belraus](https://jesc.eu/tag/belraus/)
- [Diplomat](https://jesc.eu/tag/diplomat/)
- [Diplomacy](https://jesc.eu/tag/diplomacy/)
- [Graduation](https://jesc.eu/tag/graduation/)
- [ceremony](https://jesc.eu/tag/ceremony/)
- [Compassion](https://jesc.eu/tag/compassion/)
- [Leadership style](https://jesc.eu/tag/leadership-style/)
- [gender](https://jesc.eu/tag/gender/)
- [vaccines](https://jesc.eu/tag/vaccines/)
- [Haiti](https://jesc.eu/tag/haiti/)
- [Donate](https://jesc.eu/tag/donate/)
- [Loyola 2022 Congress](https://jesc.eu/tag/loyola-2022-congress/)
- [Common Home](https://jesc.eu/tag/common-home/)
- [ukraine](https://jesc.eu/tag/ukraine/)
- [russia](https://jesc.eu/tag/russia/)
- [Future Generations Initiative](https://jesc.eu/tag/future-generations-initiative/)
- [Jesc Carbon Initiative](https://jesc.eu/tag/jesc-carbon-initiative/)
- [Climate Justice](https://jesc.eu/tag/climate-justice/)
- [Food Policy](https://jesc.eu/tag/food-policy/)