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Easter is a time to hold those without homes in our hearts
Easter stories in the Christian tradition urge us to reflect on home and homelessness, writes ANDY HAMILTON SJ....
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Deporting child migrants who commit crimes will only increase social exclusion
As Australian politicians talk tough on serious crimes committed by migrants, Jesuit Social Services volunteer JAMES ALLEN explores solutions that build trust, foster belonging and strengthen social cohesion for diverse communities....
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On being courageous - by Andy Hamilton SJ
ANDY HAMILTON SJ contemplates courage in the second blog from our organisational values series....
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Balancing youth justice in Australia
Throughout 2016 and into 2017 a number of high-profile events across Australia have focused the spotlight on young people, crime and community safety....
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International Women's Day: How global reflection can lead to local understanding
International Women’s Day, like all such days, is an occasion for celebration. It celebrates the achievements of women both at home and around the globe. It also celebrates the freedom from oppressive and discriminatory conditions that women have won in so many societies: the right to vote, to...
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International Women's Day: we must reverse the trajectory of female incarceration rates
As we celebrate International Women’s Day this year, let us pause to remember the women at the margins of society, those who remain out of sight and out of mind. Like those in prison....
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Forty years: a chance to reflect – message from CEO, Julie Edwards
This year marks 40 years since Jesuit Social Services helped its first young people in 1977. Since then, we have grown to support over 5,000 people through more than 20 different programs nationally, including in Melbourne, Western Sydney, central Australia and Darwin....