Immigration, Migration and Refugee Resources
In the Roman Catholic Church, the World Day of Migrants and Refugees has been celebrated in September since being instituted in 1914 by Pope Pius. In the United States, the month of June is Immigrant Heritage Month in recognition of the country's heritage as an immigrant nation and the important contributions of immigrants from around the world to the economy, culture and common identity. World Refugee Day has been honored on June 20 since 2000 by a special United Nations General Assembly Resolution to direct attention to the millions of refugees and internally displaced persons worldwide who have been forced to flee their homes due to war, conflict and persecution.
2023 Free to choose whether to migrate or to stay
2022 Building the Future with Migrants and Refugees
2021 Towards an ever wider "we”
2020 Force to flee like Christ
2019 It's not just about migrants
Online Resources
- Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS)
- Pope Francis' Interview on the Struggles of Migrants and Refugees
- AJCU Migration Research Directory
- Animating the Mission Immigration and Migration 2016-17
- Immigration vs. Migration
- Why immigrants leave their homeland
- Immigration Data and Statistics
- Quotes from Pope Francis on Immigration
- Threat multiplier: The impacts of climate change on refugees, 2020
Messages of the Pope on the World Day of
Migrants
2020 Force to flee like Christ
2019 It’s not just about migrants
2018 Welcoming, protecting, promoting and integrating migrants and refugees
2017 Child Migrants, the Vulnerable and the Voiceless
2016 Migrants and Refugees Challenge Us. The Response of the Gospel of Mercy
2015 Church without frontiers, Mother to all
Prayers
Quotes
Videos
See and hear an excerpt regarding diversity from former Superior General Peter-Hans Kolvenbach's, S.J., address concerning religious plurality and faith. The full address is available under Kolvenbach.
See the AJCU Immigration Research Directory
Featured Resources
Lighting the Way: Student Leaders
This book of reflections on Jesuit values was written by student leaders for student leaders. Reflection questions help students think about how these values impact their studies and leadership. It is perfect for training student government, resident hall advisors, orientation leaders, retreat leaders, and other student leaders who have leadership roles on campus.
The Examen for Diversity
This adaptation of the Daily Examen helps one reflect on their experience with diversity with five points for spiritual thanksgiving, grace, and introspection.
Ignatian Journal
This handsome, spiral-bound "undated" planner is perfect for faculty, staff, and students alike. Its pages include quotes, illustrations, and reflection. Use it for your daily schedule or journaling.
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