Economic Justice
The United States and Canada are wealthy countries, yet too many people continue to live in poverty. Many government policies restrict access to necessary public assistance, punishing our most vulnerable citizens, especially children. The Jesuits are committed to walking with those on the economic margins. We work to protect funding for crucial welfare programs and advocate for stronger anti-poverty measures.
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Jesuit Tim McCabe Wants to End Homelessness
The Pope Francis Center—or PFC as it’s known—is a day shelter in downtown Detroit that offers respite to hundreds of unhoused people every day. As executive director of PFC, Fr. McCabe has overseen the construction of the Bridge Housing Campus, which will house 40 people in individual units for 90 to 120 days, offering 24/7 services, including meals, medical care, psycho-social support, job-readiness programs and more.
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Our Economic Policy Priorities
Jesuit ministries address both the immediate needs of low-income communities and the root causes of cyclical poverty. We walk with society’s excluded members, advocating for a moral economy that serves the good of all.