Bishops from the U.S., Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean will meet to discuss migration issues and develop a statement and plan for the future.
Archive for May, 2012
“Egyptians Vote in First Free Election” from New York Times
Egyptians took to the polls to vote for their new president in their first free election in history.
“Police Ask CeaseFire to Help with Violence” from Chicago Sun Times
For the first time, the Chicago Police Department will enlist the help of CeaseFire Illinois to help decrease the gang violence epidemic in Chicago.
A Fresh Perspective
By Elizabeth Sullivan – Class of 2015
I am no stranger to Jesuit institutions; both of my parents graduated from Georgetown University and my two sisters graduated from Boston College. It was practically a no-brainer that that I would choose a university which fell under this same category. However it wasn’t until I was on campus that…
Justice as a Lifestyle
By Patrick Green, Ed.D
Director of the Center for Experiential Learning
Justice . . . the word by itself has so many connotations. Some may think of social equity as in equal rights or access to resources and opportunities. Some may think…
“USCCB Joins Call To White House To Change Nuclear Policy” from U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops
Representatives of various groups including the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops presented a petition with over 50,000 signatures to the White House urging President Obama to reduce the role and number of nuclear weapons.
“On visit to West Africa, Security Council praises Liberia’s progress” from the UN News Centre
The UN Security Council commended Liberia for its progress since the end of its civil war in 2003 and reiterated their support for efforts on reconciliation and inclusive dialogue in the West African country.
“WPA 2.0 Screenings Explore Protest, Globalization, and Getting Back to the Land” from the Chicagoist
A film series from the Chicago group, WPA 2.0, titled “The New Deal Project” will screen films and productions related to social justice in Chicago, in America, and in the world.
Opened and Transformed
By Margaret Rusch – Class of 2012
I had never really been exposed to the idea of social justice until I arrived here at Loyola. I had heard the term, but I thought it was for hippies or radicals and was not something I considered important. My sophomore year at Loyola, I decided on a last minute whim to apply for the Alternative Break Immersion Program because I wanted an opportunity to test out my Spanish skills. In the interview for the ABI program, the students asked me about my language proficiency, my openness to new experiences, and my understanding of the reasons that people are poor. That last one threw me for a loop. What did that have to do with anything?
“Countries agree to extend negotiations on Rio+20 document”
Representatives from governments negotiating the outcome document for the United Nations Sustainable Development Conference (Rio+20) agreed to add five more days of deliberations to bridge differences and make negotiations. This document will allow the global community to recommit to sustainable development and action.