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ICMC Strenghtens its Work with Eastern Catholic Churches
For the first time, ICMC attends the Reunion of Aid Agencies for the Oriental Churches
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Building Church Cooperation on Migration in Asia: ICMC Interviews Bishop Allwyn D’Silva
We discuss outcomes of the workshop ‘Migrants in Asia and Our Response, held on 31 August to 3 September 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, and the future of Church cooperation on migration in the region
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ICMC Co-Organizes Webinar Reflecting on the Jubilee’s Message of Hope
On 8 October, the Geneva Forum of Catholic-Inspired Organizations brought together Church and international representatives to reflect on the Jubilee’s message
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ICMC Coordinates Civil Society Participation at the 15th GFMD Summit in Colombia

The GFMD Civil Society Mechanism ensured civil society voices and perspectives were present throughout the 15th Summit of the Global…
List of speakers at the 8 October Jubilee webinar

ICMC Co-Organizes Webinar Reflecting on the Jubilee’s Message of Hope

On 8 October, the Geneva Forum of Catholic-Inspired Organizations brought together Church and international representatives to reflect on the Jubilee’s…
Bishop Allwyn D'Silva, Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus of Bombay, India, and Chairperson of workshop co-organizer the Office of Human Development at the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC)

Building Church Cooperation on Migration in Asia: ICMC Interviews Bishop Allwyn D’Silva

On 31 August to 3 September 2025, ICMC joined Church and civil society representatives from within the Asia region and…
ICMC Highlights Dignified Work and Social Justice at 113th International Labour Conference 2

ICMC Highlights Dignified Work and Social Justice at 113th International Labour Conference

ICMC joins delegates from the 187 Member States of the International Labour Organization in Geneva on 2-13 June 2025, advocates…
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Le message du pape Léon XIV pour le jubilé inspire un engagement renouvelé face à la crise humanitaire mondiale

Le message du Pape Léon XIV pour le Jubilé des Migrants 2025 renouvelle l’engagement de la Commission Internationale Catholique pour…
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El mensaje jubilar del papa León XIV inspira un compromiso renovado en medio de la crisis humanitaria mundial

El mensaje del Papa León XIV para el Jubileo de los Migrantes 2025 renueva el compromiso de la Comisión Católica…
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ICMC in the News

ICMC Visits Projects Supporting Vulnerable Refugees in Papua New Guinea

Source: Agenzia Fides

ICMC representatives visited projects assisting displaced persons and refugees in Papua New Guinea, implemented by the Episcopal Conference of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands and funded by ICMC, to evaluate their effectiveness and plan future action.

People Only Flee When They Have No Choice

Source: Crux

ICMC’s Chief Operating Officer Stéphane Jaquemet urges authorities to address the root causes of migration – conflict, poverty, climate change – rather than create fences and border controls. Only then can people remain in dignity their countries of origin.

ICMC and CCBI Support Displaced Families in Manipur

Source: Matters India

ICMC partnered with its national member in India, the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI), to deliver food aid, livelihood support, and mental health training in Manipur, helping families displaced by ethnic violence begin to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
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Our Members in the News

San Bernardino diocese grants Mass dispensation to those fearing deportation

Source: Catholic News Agency

On 8 July, H.E. Bishop Alberto Rojas of the Diocese of San Bernardino issued a decree granting dispensation from Sunday and holy‑day Mass for faithful who genuinely fear U.S. immigration enforcement raids. Parishioners are encouraged instead to pray, read scripture or watch Mass remotely.

U.S. Bishops Mourn Pope Francis

Source: The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Archbishop Broglio, President of the USCCB, honored Pope Francis as a compassionate shepherd who championed the marginalized, upheld human dignity, and inspired global solidarity. He called for prayers and gratitude, remembering the Holy Father’s enduring commitment to mercy, dignity, and care for one another and our common home.

US Bishops End Refugee Work with US Government

Source: Washington Post

“The work simply cannot be sustained at current levels with only the Church’s resources,” says Most Rev. Timothy P. Broglio, in op-ed on U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) decision to end cooperation with the U.S. government on refugee resettlement and support for unaccompanied children.
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ICMC provides assistance and protection to vulnerable people on the move and advocates for sustainable solutions for refugees and migrants.
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