Stories of Hope

In stories of hope, we introduce you to people who are turning Mission into action.

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1. 

   Africa

   Work with Church Leaders

   Seminarian Appeal - Nigeria

   Help ensure that seminarians like Isaac are prepared to serve their communities as priests, especially in areas of ongoing conflict.

2. 

   Asia

   Work with Communities

   The Bridge of Hope - Camillian Social Centre

   Camillian Social Centre (CSC), also known as the Independent Living Centre, in Rayong, Thailand, is a relief hub for people living with HIV/AIDS. For many years now, the Camillian Social Centre has relied heavily on donations. Recently CSC, as well as many organisations around the world, is facing the challenges of financial crisis. Staff have a growing concern surrounding income and the longevity of the centre.

3. 

   Asia

   Work with Communities

   Food Packs - Myanmar

   The Church in Myanmar and a team of passionate and faithful missionaries are on a mission to provide a lifeline to children like Thiri and their families. Basic food packs are distributed to vulnerable communities. Each pack is filled with staple ingredients such as rice, chickpeas and cooking old to relieve pressure on families and provide hope for a better future.

4. 

   Asia

   Work with Communities

   Vocational School - Timor-Leste

   Journey with the Salesian Sisters as they provide young girls in Timor-Leste the opportunity to access education that can lead to employment.

5. 

   Asia

   Work with Communities

   Expansion of learning spaces

   The Salesian Sisters established a primary school in Dili in 1998. It was the first Catholic primary school founded in the area. Known locally as Eskola Primaria Katolika Maria Auxiliadora, the Maria Auxiliadora Catholic Primary School has over 1,000 students.

6. 

   South America

   Work with Communities

   Supporting the Sisters of St Joseph in Peru

   Across Peru, the Sisters of Saint Joseph are working hard to provide support to those “who are on the edges of both church and civil society, encouraging belief in themselves and helping them to achieve small goals, working together in trust and friendship”.

7. 

   South America

   Work with Communities

   Mary Mackillop Huasi Centre

   San Juan de Lurigancho, is the most populated district in Lima, Peru. It is bordered by Carabayllo district and Huarochiri province. The population is a melting pot with people from all over the country in search of security against terrorism, poverty, and a lack of opportunities.

8. 

   Asia

   Emergencies

   Emergency water & sanitation in Loikaw

   Across Myanmar, it is reported that over 440,000 people have become Internally Displaced Peoples (IDP) following the military takeover in February 2021. These children, women, and men have been forced from their homes due to the conflict, leaving these families in desperate need.

9. 

   Oceania

   Work with Children

   St Joseph's College

   Today St Joseph's College offers coeducational opportunities for 636 children and young people from kindergarten to vocational training courses for young adults. This project seeks to renovate and expand the current school site to support more students and facilitate quality learning.

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We support projects in 36 countries

Community members supported

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Projects supported around the world

188

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