The Jubilee of Migrants reminded us that migrants are missionaries of hope. But hope must also be made visible in the way we welcome. The @jesuitrefugeeservice family began the Jubilee of Migrants and Refugees as pilgrims of hope. Discover more: jrseurope.org/en/resource/... #PathsOfHospitality

Happy 10th Anniversary to JRS Hungary! 🎂 We celebrate a decade of hospitality in action in Hungary, transforming the lives of refugees and building bridges of welcome and integration. JRS Hungary - Jezsuita Menekültszolgálat #JRSHungary #10thAnniversary #JRS #RefugeesWelcome

We launch SMART UA — a European project supporting the integration of Ukrainian refugees in 🇭🇺 🇷🇴 🇸🇰. Focusing on housing & employment, we bring together NGOs, local authorities & universities for sustainable solutions. 👉 more here: jrseurope.org/en/smart-ua/ #SMARTUA #Inclusion

JRS Europe joins a coalition of Christian organisations in a joint statement on the EU’s new returns proposal. We call for policies that uphold human dignity, reject systematic detention, and prioritise voluntary, humane return. Read the full statement: jrseurope.org/en/news/chri...

🌍In Romania, JRS offers a holistic livelihood approach supporting refugees and vulnerable locals through vocational training, language classes, legal aid, and psychosocial care. With support from the Linsi Foundation. 🔗 Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/rest... #Refugee #Integration

Last week, JRS Europe welcomed the new Jesuit Provincials Fr. Ronny Alessio SJ, Fr. Gonzalo Villagrán SJ, and Fr. Pavel Bačo SJ. The visit was a chance to share our projects and reflect on the challenges and hopes for refugees in Europe. full article: jrseurope.org/en/?post_typ...

"At the train station, a Slovak woman was waiting for us. She gave my daughter colouring books and even a houseplant. It was very touching," says Svetlana who fled to Slovakia. 🔗 Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/svet... #WithRefugees #StandWithUkraine #DisplacementStories

🌍In Portugal, JRS empowers refugees and migrants to build dignified futures through holistic livelihood programs. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/buil... #JRS #Portugal #Livelihoods #WithRefugees #Integration #RefugeeEmpowerment #DignityInWork

"JRS Romania is about more than just events and services — there’s a special atmosphere here," says Tetiana, 68, who fled Mykolaiv with her husband after a missile destroyed their home. Read here: jrseurope.org/en/news/teti... #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #DisplacementStories

Discover how JRS Europe Director Alberto Ares SJ fostered continental solidarity and strengthened discussions around hospitality as a fundamental response to forced migration during his recent visit to Argentina and Uruguay. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/buil... #Hospitality #Migration #JRS

🌍In Poland, JRS supports refugees and asylum seekers as they rebuild their lives with language, skills, and hope. Backed by the Linsi Foundation through the Livelihoods Project, Read more : jrseurope.org/en/news/from... #JRS #Poland #Livelihoods #WithRefugees #RefugeeSupport

"Life at the care home is good — they treat me well, and the conditions are good." says Kateryna, the 84-year-old from Svitlychne. Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/kate... #WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

🌍In Malta, JRS supports refugees and asylum seekers in building dignified, stable futures, starting with language and leading to livelihoods. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/from... #JRS #Malta #Livelihoods #WithRefugees #Integration #DignityInAction #RefugeeSupport

“Thanks to JRS and FHC, we’ve received tutoring, guidance, and community. I feel very accepted here,” Anna says. 🔗 Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/anna... #WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

🌍In Athens, JRS Greece is empowering refugee women and families, especially single mothers and survivors of gender-based violence, through a holistic integration model. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/empo... #JRS #Greece #Livelihoods #WomenEmpowerment #Integration #DignityInAction

"None of this would’ve been possible without the support and help of JRS Romania. this program truly felt like a miracle for us." says Inna. 🔗 Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/inna... #WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

🗣 “JRS helped me understand what steps I needed to take. Without their support, I wouldn’t have been able to start training or plan for a better future.” Mena, now training as a care assistant in Berlin. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/inte... #JRS #Livelihoods #Integration

"From the very beginning, we felt warmth and openness from the Polish people. For three years, we have encountered nothing but kindness and support." 🔗 Read the full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/lidi... #WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

🌍 In France, JRS supports refugees and migrants in rebuilding their lives through tailored language training, career guidance, and partnerships with employers and universities. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/buil... #JRS #France #Livelihoods #DignityInAction #Integration

"We now feel at home in Hungary. We are deeply grateful — to the doctors, to JRS, and to everyone who’s helped." says Alina, who fled Ukraine to Hungary. 🔗 Read their full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/alin... #WithRefugees #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #DisplacementStories

🌍 In Croatia, the Livelihoods Project, supported by the Linsi Foundation, helps refugees and migrants navigate the road to employment, education, and dignity. Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/empo... #JRS #Croatia #Livelihoods #DignityInAction #RefugeesWelcome #WomenEmpowerment

Her journey to safety was marked by fear — but also by moments of incredible kindness. In Lviv, with the support of JRS, she found shelter, dignity, and hope. 🔗 Read her full story: jrseurope.org/en/news/olen... #JRSstories #StandWithUkraine #HopeInExile #DisplacementStories

📢Europe stands with JRS Malta and aditus foundation in welcoming the latest report by the European Committee for the Prevention of Torture. We reaffirm our commitment to advocating for dignity, justice, and legal safeguards. 📄Read the statement here: jrsmalta.org/aditus-and-j... #HumanRights

In year 4 of the war in Ukraine, the Jesuits’ One Proposal has aided 144,370 people with shelter, education, legal aid & more. 🗓 Jan–May 2025: 16,654 supported 💶 €807,314 spent 🔗 Read more: jrseurope.org/en/news/supp... #OneProposal #RefugeeProtection

The EU's expanded "Safe Third Country" rules threaten the right to asylum and risk unlawful returns. JRS Europe urges the EU to stop externalizing protection and uphold its legal & moral obligations. full statement: jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-... #Asylum #Refugees #HumanRights

🚨 We have joined over 50 organisations in signing a joint statement opposing the EU’s proposed use of 'safe countries of origin', expanded 'safe third country' rules, and new return measures. Read the full statement here: jrseurope.org/en/news/join... #RefugeeRights #EUAsylum

At a high-level panel in Brussels, MEPs, Member State reps, UN agencies & civil society debated the EU’s proposed reform of the Return Directive. Read the full article here: jrseurope.org/en/news/brus... #MigrationPolicy #EULaw #HumanRights #ReturnDirective #Asylum #EUReform

At our #WorldRefugeeDay event in Brussels, the 10-point Decalogue of Paths of Hospitality was read aloud—a shared pledge to welcome, protect, and accompany refugees. full article: jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-... #WithRefugees #PilgrimsOfHope #JRS

On 18 June, JRS Europe hosted a hybrid meeting with Xavier Network, JRS International & JRS USA to renew the One Proposal, the Society of Jesus’ response to the Ukraine crisis. 🗨️ “The conflict demands urgent, compassionate support.” — Alberto Ares #JRS #OneProposal #Ukraine

JRS Europe joined the Voices of Hope event in Brussels to spotlight migrant resilience 🌍 From safe housing for young women to education & livelihoods for refugees, hope is built through solidarity. full article: jrseurope.org/en/news/voic... #VoicesOfHope2025 #JRSEurope

Change begins with a story. 📖 Come hear them at "Voices of Hope"-a unique event dedicated to resilience and best practices in refugee support. When? 📅 June 24, 2025 Where? 📍 Chapel for Europe Also available on Youtube Live: www.youtube.com/live/3Hykg2S...

📢 Hospitality welcomes, protects, promotes, and integrates. It builds bridges, listens, and gives a voice. Hospitality denounces injustice and invites us to share and act with hope. Because hope is the Way. ➡️Check out our Hospitality Decalogue: www.hospitalidad.es/caminosdehos...

Celebrate Refugee Day with us! 🕊️ Hear moving personal journeys, learn from successful projects, and connect with changemakers at "Voices of Hope." June 24, 19:00, Chapel for Europe. Online streaming available on YouTube! ! 👉 www.youtube.com/live/3Hykg2S...

This #WorldRefugeeDay, we speak out for 110M+ displaced people. Detention, pushbacks, & externalization aren’t solutions. We call for protection, inclusion & dignity. A future with refugees is a future of hope. Full statement: jrseurope.org/en/news/worl... #WorldRefugeeDay2025

🌎 The #PathsofHospitality action is a global initiative. We walk in various places around the world, in fraternity and cultural solidarity. #HopeIsTheWay ➡️ Discover more about the Paths around the world: www.hospitalidad.es/caminosdehos...

We are proud to announce the launch of JRS Europe’s Livelihoods Report! 📘 Discover how inclusive, community-driven programs are empowering refugees and migrants across 8 countries. Read more 👉 jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-... #JRS #Livelihoods #Inclusion #RefugeesWelcome #SocialImpact

🚶🥾 The #PathsOfHospitality are back. We go out walking to create a hopeful future for those seeking a life of dignity and peace. Because Hope is the Way. 🔗Visit the website www.hospitalidad.es/caminosdehos... to learn more.

JRS Europe stands with SJM España & Jesuitas Social in condemning violence in Gaza. We call for justice, peace, and respect for human dignity. In solidarity, we urge the world to act for lasting peace. #JusticeForGaza #PeaceAndDignity Full statement: jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-...

On June 5, JRS Europe welcomed Fr. Agnaldo Pereira de Oliveira Júnior SJ (CPAL) for a rich exchange on migration, environmental justice & Jesuit collaboration. A powerful reminder of our shared mission to serve displaced people across continents. #JRS #Jesuits #Refugees

🌍 This #WorldEnvironmentDay, let’s remember: the planet’s future depends on today’s choices. With our #CHANGEEnvironment project, we’re helping young people explore the link between climate & migration—and how they can be part of the solution. #YouthForChange #ClimateJustice

📢 We’re proud to share our 2024 Annual Report! In a year of growing challenges, JRS Europe accompanied over 198,000 displaced people across 23 countries. Discover the impact, stories, and hope behind the numbers: jrseurope.org/en/project/j... #JRSAnnualReport #WithRefugees

Congratulations to Fr. Avelino Chico, S.J., on his appointment by the Holy Father as Office Head in the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development! Grateful for his service to migrants, refugees & the Church’s mission of justice and peace. Prayers for his new role!

We continue to reflect on Pope Francis’s legacy—of humility, justice & closeness to those at the margins. “In these complex times, he built bridges, sought peace, welcomed with mercy” — Alberto Ares, Director of JRS Europe. Let’s carry it forward: with courage, compassion & hope.

We mourn Pope Francis, who stood with refugees, migrants, and the excluded. Let’s honour his life with prayer and by deepening our shared mission of justice and compassion. “Amongst the poor you have found a privileged place to encounter Christ.” #PopeFrancis #JRS

“I’d like to stay in Poland longer. I have friends, family, study, work here.” — Iwan, 14, from Ukraine. Fleeing war alone, Iwan found safety & support with JRS Poland. Today, he's rebuilding his life with hope. Read the full his story here: jrseurope.org/en/news/iwan...

🇧🇦 La pasada semana hemos participado en los encuentros RCM (Coordinaciones Regionales) y AGM (Asamblea Anual) de la red de @jrseurope.bsky.social en Sarajevo. Unos días para planificar estrategias, intercambiar experiencias y generar más cohesión. Gracias a JRS BiH por su hospitalidad y cariño. 💙

#Diversity and #Hospitality in Accompaniment were central to our discussions last week in our Regional Coordination and Annual General meetings, where we also continued to discuss our priorities for our next Strategic Framework. Learn more 👇 jrseurope.org/en/news/rcm-... 📽️ youtu.be/1t5aeJwkuek?...

Alberto Ares visited JRS Austria and got to know the Locugee: Awakening Potentials project—an initiative blending local & refugee life through co-housing, language learning, advocacy & care. Full article here: jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-... #Locugee #RefugeesWelcome #Inclusion

European country directors have been meeting in Sarajevo for the Regional Coordination Meeting. Key in the agenda is discussing the next Strategic Framework. While we are still processing the ideas discussed, we wanted to share some snapshots of the last days. Stay tuned for more info next week!

Alberto Ares joined the Xavier Network Meeting in Vienna, highlighting joint work supporting displaced people, especially in Ukraine. He echoed Pope Francis & Fr. Sosa’s call to stay present with those who suffer. #JRS #Ukraine #FaithInAction full article: jrseurope.org/en/news/jrs-...