A year of gratitude

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Australian Catholic community in 2024, over 530,000 people were empowered through Jesuit Mission Australia-supported programs in 13 countries around the world.

Together, the global Jesuit community responded swiftly to urgent needs—offering vital support in the face of escalating conflicts in Myanmar and Lebanon, and providing emergency relief after devastating natural disasters like Typhoon Yagi.

This urgent support was made possible by the dedication of Jesuit partners, who stood alongside vulnerable communities, offering not just immediate aid but also ongoing support—uplifting people in their darkest moments.

“It’s been a blessing to see our warm and wonderful community come together to pray, act and respond," said Helen Forde, CEO of Jesuit Mission.

“I’ve been humbled time and again by the compassion of the Australian community and our Jesuit partners. I am also deeply grateful to Jesuit Father General Arturo Sosa and the Jesuit Major Superiors from Asia Pacific, who visited our office to share first-hand accounts of the transformative impact of their work, inspiring us all,” said Ms Forde.

Last year, in classrooms around the world, 32,000 eager students unlocked the doors to brighter futures through quality education. For 37,000 refugees, hope was rekindled through education, skills training, housing, and psychosocial support—empowering them to rebuild their lives. Additionally, over 62,000 people accessed urgent medical care, preserving their dignity and well-being even in the most challenging circumstances.

Working alongside Jesuit partners, Jesuit Mission supports vulnerable communities, delivering programs in areas of education, livelihoods, agriculture, water and sanitation, emergency response, refugee accompaniment, and pastoral services.

“Please enjoy reading the stories of impact in this Gratitude Report and join me in keeping the displaced and marginalised members of our global family in your thoughts and prayers."

Gratitude Report - 2024

Jesuit Mission Australia invites you to discover the stories of hope, resilience, and transformation in the 2024 Gratitude Report.

Your support in 2024 contributed to 66 life-giving projects, reaching 530,022 people across 13 countries.

Through your compassion, our Jesuit partners delivered emergency relief and long-term, transformative support, empowering vulnerable communities through education, training, and accompaniment around the world.