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AFL clubs urged to deal with ‘the inclusion dilemma’
- . 21 February 2024
AFL clubs that promote themselves as inclusive need to “do the work” to ensure different views on race, religious freedom and sexuality can be raised, even if it makes some people uncomfortable, according to a new report. Source: The Age.
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Project Compassion helps Ronita feel ‘hopeful for the future’
- . 21 February 2024
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion campaign this week introduces Ronita, a young mother of two who has been supported to finish her education and secure work.
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Notre Dame collaborates with Catholic University of Croatia
- . 21 February 2024
The University of Notre Dame Australia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Catholic University of Croatia which will open up opportunities for staff and student exchange, research collaboration and joint events.
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Every bishop should decarbonise his diocese
- . 21 February 2024
It is important for Catholics to celebrate World Day of Social Justice, writes Catholic social teaching and climate change expert Daniel DiLeo. Source: NCR Online.
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Top papal aide condemns antisemitism, calls for Gaza ceasefire
- . 21 February 2024
Cardinal Mario Zuppi has condemned the rise of antisemitism since the outbreak of the war in Gaza and has called for a ceasefire, saying Israel’s military offensive does not justify the rising civilian death count. Source: Crux.
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Church in Philippines calls on museum to return ‘stolen’ pulpit panels
- . 21 February 2024
The Church in the Philippines has demanded the return of “stolen” pulpit panels now on display at the National Museum in Manila. Source: UCA News.
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Catholics encouraged to reflect on implications of damning report
- . 20 February 2024
Australian Catholics are being encouraged to reflect upon the implications of the latest report on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander wellbeing, with calls for the report to be the starting point for renewed action. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
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Rough sleepers dying at ‘alarmingly’ premature rates
- . 20 February 2024
A St Vincent de Paul Society homelessness service, one of Sydney’s largest, says its client data shows the city’s rough sleepers are dying at “alarmingly” premature rates, particularly those with schizophrenia. Source: The Guardian.
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Aged care sector facing shortage of 6000 nurses
- . 20 February 2024
The residential aged care sector needs almost 6000 more nurses to meet tough new rules this year, casting doubt on whether many services will be able to continue operating. Source: The Australian.