It’s everyone’s responsibility to keep people safe.
Safeguarding has become one of the most urgent and necessary conversations of our time. Rooted in gospel values, Catholic social teaching, and the inherent dignity of every human person, safeguarding is about more than policies or procedures—it is about cultivating a culture of love, protection, justice, and accountability in all
Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults is not just a policy; it is a moral responsibility and a vital part of justice in Empowering Communities. In Africa, where many cases of abuse and neglect occur in homes, schools, churches, and neighborhoods, the urgency of child protection is undeniable. This reality makes
Ageing with grace is a journey every human being undertakes; a passage marked by change, growth, and, at times, vulnerability. For men and women in religious life, this journey carries unique spiritual, communal, and pastoral dimensions that not only enrich and deepen the experience but also make each individual an
From July 14th to 19th, 2025, the Catholic Diocese of Nakuru hosted a profoundly transformative Safeguarding Training, Toward a safer church at St. Mary’s Pastoral Centre, facilitated by the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCSA). Sixteen participants, including priests, religious, and other pastoral agents, came together to deepen their
Opening Remarks by Fr. Dennis Today’s discussion on child wellness invites us to reflect deeply—on why it matters and what role each of us plays. Children are the future, and their well‑being shapes tomorrow. UNICEF’s foundational work (2007) highlighted key aspects: material needs, education, health, behaviour, relationships, and self-perception. Yet
The 2024/2025 academic year at Hekima University College marked a remarkable milestone towards Empowered Voices: 161 religious sisters were fully sponsored by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, joining a one-year theology certificate programme supported by the Hilton‑Hekima Sisters Scholars Initiative. This initiative, rooted in Ignatian pedagogy, has provided these sisters with theological
Opening Reflections by Fr. Joachim When Religious Vocation Ends; When a person—man or woman—begins their vocational journey in religious life, they do so with joy, hope, and a desire to serve others through faith. This commitment is both profound and transformative. Yet, life within a religious institute does not always
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio on December 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at 88. He died at 7:35 AM in his residence at the Domus Sanctae Marthae in Vatican City, following a prolonged battle with respiratory illnesses, including bronchitis and
In a recent webinar titled Safeguarding Young People in Consecrated Life: Experiences, Challenges, and the Way Forward, Fr. Noel Nwadike, SJ, delivered a powerful and profoundly human presentation on the realities young people face in religious life. The webinar was a heartfelt exploration of the joys, struggles, and traumas experienced
The Sacred Priesthood and Diaconate ordination of Jesuit deacons and seminarians took place on Saturday, February 26, 2022, the Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Adams Arcade, Nairobi, Kenya. This event was a testament to individual commitment and a vibrant display of faith, community, and the enduring legacy of Jesuit
The Catholic Church maintains a special trust and is deeply committed to offering care, guidance, and protection to vulnerable people, especially children. That trust in the protection and right culture within the Church is what the Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa (JCSA) was established to champion. JCSA is making
The Day of the African Child (DAC) is celebrated annually on June 16th to commemorate the 1976 Soweto Uprising, where thousands of black school children in South Africa marched in protest against the poor quality of their education. This year’s theme ‘Education for All Children in Africa’ is evidence that
