The recent gathering of the International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) Board members at the General Curia in Rome, on March 25-26, 2024, marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing deliberations on the promotion of Jesuit Identity and Mission of Jesuit higher education institutions worldwide. With representatives from all regional networks, the meeting delved into crucial topics ranging from strategic planning to the promotion of Jesuit values in a rapidly changing world.
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The International Association of Jesuit Universities (IAJU) is committed to fostering collaboration, research, and programming among member institutions to achieve several critical priorities.
These include expanding access to quality higher education for marginalized and disadvantaged populations, promoting the development of civic and political leaders guided by Catholic Social Teaching principles, and advocating for economic and environmental justice through education and awareness efforts.
Additionally, the IAJU aims to preserve the distinct Ignatian character of its member schools by nurturing the leadership of both lay and Jesuit individuals. It also seeks to encourage interfaith dialogue, address challenges posed by secularism, and underscore the importance of faith in human and social development.
Furthermore, the association is dedicated to advancing peace and reconciliation through bridge-building programs and social justice initiatives across the wider university community.
Higher Education for the Excluded
Enhance access to quality education for marginalized and disadvantaged.
View DetailsFostering Civic and Political Leaders
Formation of civic and political leaders for just societies with Catholic Social Teaching.
View DetailsFormation of Lay and Jesuit Leadership
Strengthen Ignatian character through Lay and Jesuit leadership formation.
View DetailsIntegrated Economic & Environmental Justice
Advocate for integrated economic and environmental justice in all our schools.
View DetailsInterfaith Dialogue
Foster interfaith dialogue for tolerance, understanding, and collaboration.
View DetailsPromotion of Democracy, Peace and Reconciliation
Advance peace and reconciliation through bridge-building programs and social justice initiatives.
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