It is our duty to restore hope
As the Jubilee Year of Hope has drawn to a close, we share the testimony of Wael, JRS staff, written on the occasion of the Jubilee of Migrants and the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, held on 4–5 October 2025.
This speech is a call to action, urging us to work together to build a more just, inclusive, and human world.
Accompaniment in Quiet Places
On 4 October 2025, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi and the World Day of Migrants & Refugees, our community gathered at St Ignatius Church for reflection and sharing. Brother Jasper, SJ, shared deeply a moving reflection based on his experiences living and serving among an indigenous community in a remote region, where he witnessed not just hardship, but a quiet resilience.
Empowering Learners Through Practical Skills and Digital Confidence
The first cohort of the newly enhanced Cisco Digital Literacy & Microsoft-Google Workshop concluded successfully early Dec 2025, marking an exciting milestone in strengthening digital readiness within the community. This refreshed workshop model introduced several new features that made the learning experience more engaging, interactive, and rewarding for participants.
A Journey of Compassion: Lessons Learned at a Refugee Shelter
The trip to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia was truly an eye-opening experience for me. Over three days, we witnessed the extensive and meaningful work of Kumpulan ACTS, JRS Malaysia, and the Zotung Catholic Refugee Learning Centre in supporting displaced refugees from their homes and communities.