EcoSummit 2025: A gathering of Jesuit schools of the Philippines

From 3 to 6 February, representatives from the 11 Jesuit schools in the Philippines gathered at the Cebu Center for Ignatian Spirituality for EcoSummit 2025. Now in its second year, this annual assembly brings together faculty and staff who lead … Continued

Preparing students for global citizenship

The IAJU (International Association of Jesuit Universities) International Education Conference took place at Sophia University in Tokyo, Japan, from 26 to 28 February. This marked the third IAJU International Education Conference, following earlier gatherings in 2019 at IBERO Puebla University … Continued

Bridging cultures for a sustainable future

From 2 to 7 March, Xavier Learning Community (XLC) in Chiang Rai, Thailand, hosted the “Learning from Southeast Asia” programme, which brought together students and staff from Japan’s Sophia University and Kwansei Gakuin University. This collaborative educational initiative aimed to … Continued

Urgent appeal to support JRS and Fe y Alegria amid funding freeze

The announcement of the US government on 24 January to suspend all foreign aid for at least 90 days has had a severe impact on the humanitarian and educational efforts of two Jesuit organisations dedicated to supporting marginalised communities worldwide. … Continued

LST and IFFAsia launch leadership diploma for Asian youth

The Loyola School of Theology (LST) in Manila and the Institute of Formation Fondacio Asia (IFFAsia) have partnered to offer a non-degree Diploma in Integral Leadership and Community Development (DIL). The programme aims to empower young people from diverse religious … Continued

Journeying together in faith, friendship, and self-discovery

Xavier Learning Community in Chiang Rai brought together 81 freshmen and sophomore students from Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos for a five-day Ignatian Youth Camp. Guided by Fr Jboy Gonzales SJ and T Paul Loquias from Ateneo de Davao University, this … Continued