Did Catholics Get Displaced by Sudan Conflict? According to the Adjunct General Secretary of the Sudanese Bishops’ Conference, many Catholics were among those forcibly displaced by the conflict in Sudan. He shared this information with Vatican News from South Sudan, where he sought refuge. Even in difficult circumstances, the local Church is working hard to … Read more
What is CCBI Mission 2033? The Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) Commission for Migrants launched CCBI Mission 2033, a strategic initiative to involve parishes across India in addressing the spiritual and social requirements of migrants. What was discussed at the seminar? During the recent seminar, the focus was on fostering a societal environment … Read more
Church organizations and international bodies need to work together to address the difficulties encountered by migrants in India, according to ICMC President Christine Nathan. The call for collaboration was made during a recent national migrant workshop held in Mumbai. What was discussed at the workshop? ICMC President emphasized the importance of united response to migrant … Read more
Why is the Rohingya refugee response lacking funds amid growing violence in Myanmar? Rising violence in Myanmar has led to an increase in the number of people fleeing the country, with many seeking refuge in neighboring Bangladesh. However, despite the growing need for support, there is a severe funding shortfall for the global joint response … Read more
What is the focus of Episcopal bodies of North America, Central America, and Caribbean? The Episcopal bodies are focused on caring for people on the move. They will unveil a charter to guide the Church’s accompaniment of migrants and refugees. The announcement was made after the tenth meeting on human mobility. The International Catholic Migration … Read more
Responding to ongoing internet disruptions in Pakistan and a lack of transparency surrounding their cause, the Islamabad High Court is set to hold a hearing on August 26. Amnesty International’s Technologist, Jurre Van Bergen, expressed concerns about the monitoring and surveillance technologies used by Pakistani authorities. Why is transparency important in this situation? Pakistani authorities … Read more
Understanding the Plight of the Rohingya People: A Story of Resilience and Hope What Happened in 2017? In August 2017, brutal campaign of ethnic cleansing against Rohingya Muslims occurred in Myanmar. Hundreds of thousands fled to seek refuge in Bangladesh. What Did Amnesty International’s Report Say? In a 2022 report, Amnesty International alleged that Facebook … Read more
What is happening in Lebanon? The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is actively working on the ground in Lebanon. How is ICRC helping in Lebanon? ICRC is providing essential humanitarian assistance to those affected by the recent explosion in Beirut. They are distributing food, water, and other supplies to those in need. ICRC … Read more
The Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Amy Pope visited Mongolia, highlighting the intersection of climate change and migration. Why are women and girls particularly vulnerable? Amy Pope emphasized the vulnerability of women and girls to the impacts of climate change. What event did she speak at? She addressed the audience at … Read more
Responding to a recent court ruling in Thailand, Amnesty International acknowledges the importance of the decision that supports victims’ and their families’ request to file a criminal lawsuit against officials allegedly responsible for the deadly dispersal of a protest in 2004. What does Amnesty International say about the court ruling? Amnesty International considers the court … Read more