About us
Inspired by the generous love and example of Jesus Christ, the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is a global apostolate of the Society of Jesus with a mission to accompany, serve, and advocate the cause of forcibly displaced people, that they may heal, learn, and determine their own future in community.
JRS programmes are currently found in over 50 countries, serving refugees, other forcibly displaced persons and members of the host communities.
Our Vision
A world where forcibly displaced people can obtain protection, opportunity, and participation in sustainable, just, and reconciled communities.
Our Way of Proceeding
- Journey with displaced people – We accompany forcibly displaced people, understand their aspirations, foster their participation in their communities, and support their hope.
- Recognise shared humanity – We promote actions rooted in justice and compassion, fostering dialogue across the cultures, faiths, and traditions of our human family.
- Strengthen holistic and community approaches – We promote a whole-person and community-centred approach that protects dignity and supports well-being, gender equality, safeguarding, and care for our common home.
Our Strategy
Through a participatory global process, JRS developed the Strategic Framework 2025–2029 to guide our mission in the years ahead.