As a global centre for social justice and advocacy leadership we:
- Raise awareness about the causes of poverty and injustice and the need for human rights to be respected and advanced
- Advocate for the needs of groups who are systematically excluded locally and globally; and
- Promote social action that engages people in the work for social change.
In addition, the Centre offers individuals and groups experiential learning opportunities and assists in the development of skills and strategies for effective social change, including advocacy leadership programs.
Since 1996 we have developed partnerships with marginalised groups and those involved in human rights, peace and reconciliation processes in the Pacific region, Middle East, Africa, Sri Lanka, India, Afghanistan, Malaysia, Europe and South America.
Programs
The Edmund Rice Centre conducts a number of programs with four distinct characteristics - research, community education, advocacy and partnerships.
We have currently identified three priority areas of focus:
- The impact of climate change on our neighbours in the Pacific
- Indigenous Peoples and Reconciliation
- Refugees and People Seeking Asylum
In each program we ensure our work:
- Begins with a concrete and shared experience that jolts and is based in the real lived experience of people
- Is consolidated by analysis of the causes of injustice
- Is grounded by reflection in the light of theology and faith
- Involves informed action for justice.