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Africa Modern Slavery

African Catholics join forces against human trafficking

Marches and Masses in more than 30 African countries were organised to raise voices against human trafficking, marking the feast day of St Josephine Bakhita on Saturday. Source: OSV News.

Europe Families

Decline in religion will deepen Ireland’s demographic crisis

A decline in religion will likely deepen Ireland’s demographic crisis, according to a new study by a pro-family and pro-life Irish institute. Source: Catholic Review.

Housing Poverty

Majority of retirees who rent ‘in a lot of strife’

Two in three retirees who rent privately owned homes live in poverty and the problem will get worse, a new report has found. Source: The Guardian.

Safeguarding

International expert praises Australia’s efforts to safeguard children

One of the world’s most prominent and respected experts in child safeguarding has described ways in which Australia is leading the charge in the protection of minors from abuse. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

Foreign Aid Middle East

Gaza ceasefire allows Caritas to truck in vital supplies

In the two weeks since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began, 76 Caritas have trucks crossed the border into Gaza carrying vital supplies. Source: Caritas Australia. 

Natural disasters Queensland

Townsville bishop calls for prayers for flood-ravaged Ingham

Ingham-raised Isabella Melara said she had been in constant contact with her mum, who was among the thousands of locals trapped by floodwaters surrounding the Queensland town. Source: The Catholic Leader.

Modern Slavery

Survivor urges Catholics to act if they suspect a case of modern slavery

Modern slavery survivor Moe Turaga urges Catholics not to turn a blind eye if they suspect someone is being exploited. Source: Melbourne Catholic.

People

I always tried to give my best, says brother celebrating 100th birthday

Br Noel Hickey celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, becoming just the second Marist Brother in the Star of the Sea Province to do so after Br Vincent Shekleton.

Ecumenism United Kingdom

King Charles to meet Pope at the Vatican in April

King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet Pope Francis at the Vatican during their visit to Italy in early April. Source: The Tablet.