Pax Romana - International Movement of Catholic Students - Asia Pacific

14/06/2026

Continued Learning and Action Program on Combating Plastic Pollution: Session 3 Laudato Si’ and ecological pathways forward 🌍♻️

This session will provide a space to reflect on ecological justice and explore pathways toward meaningful climate action rooted in shared responsibility and care for our common home.

🗓️ 19 June 2026
🕡 6:30 – 8:00 PM (GMT+8)
📍 Zoom Online Meeting
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/nqdJ451Ntiek79qQ9

We warmly invite young people and partners to participate in this continuing dialogue and strengthen our collective commitment to a more just and sustainable future. 🌱

13/06/2026

CLAP Workshop on Combating Plastic Pollution 🌍♻️

The second session of the CLAP Workshop on Combating Plastic Pollution 2026 under the theme 'Youth Action and Policy Advocacy,' has been successfully concluded.

Our sincere appreciation to Ms. Rachelle Junsay, National Coordinator and the Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines (YACAP) team for facilitating an insightful and engaging discussion.

Thank you to all participants for contributing to meaningful dialogue and shared learning.

Join us in the upcoming sessions as we continue empowering youth for a more just and sustainable future. ✨

12/06/2026

Be part of the movement for change! 🌍♻️

Plastic pollution is not only an environmental issue, it is a justice issue that calls for informed action and collective advocacy. Join Session 2 of the Continued Learning and Action Program (CLAP) Workshop: Youth Action and Policy Advocacy and connect with young people across the region who are committed to building sustainable solutions and advancing climate justice.

✨ Learn. Engage. Advocate. Act.
📍 Online via Zoom
🗓️ 13 June 2026 (Saturday)
🕡 6:30 PM–8:00 PM (GMT+8 | Manila/KL/HK Time)

🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/nqdJ451Ntiek79qQ9

Bring your voice, your ideas and your commitment to creating a more just and sustainable future. 🌱

12/06/2026

Continued learning and Action Program (CLAP) 2026!

We are pleased to share the successful completion of the first session of the CLAP Workshop on Combating Plastic Pollution 2026, session one on Plastic Pollution 101: Understanding the Crisis.

We express our sincere gratitude to the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA), especially Ms. Arpita Bhagat, Plastic Policy Officer, for facilitating an insightful session. Her valuable perspectives helped participants deepen their understanding of the plastic pollution crisis and encouraged meaningful reflection toward sustainable solutions.

Thank you to all participants for your presence and contributions.

We warmly invite everyone to continue this journey with us by joining the upcoming sessions as we strengthen dialogue and collective action for the care of our common home.
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10/06/2026

Advancing youth engagement in shaping our digital future 🌏

Bringing together the stories of grassroots communities and voices of young people for a safe and inclusive digital future, Suman Ghale from the Pax Romana - International Movement of Catholic Students - Asia Pacific and Sailen Hajong from International Youth Training Centre-IYTC participated in the Digital Rights Asia-Pacific Assembly (DRAPAC26) held in Manila, Philippines, from 8–10 June 2026.

The assembly provided a meaningful platform for dialogue, exchange of perspectives and collaborative reflection on strengthening collective resources and advancing an inclusive, equitable and people-centered digital future across the Asia-Pacific region.

07/06/2026

Walking Together in Faith and Mission 🌏🙏

The Asian pre-engagement session of the Global Chaplains, Animators Formation and Exchange Program brought together chaplains, animators and student leaders across Asia-Pacific for a meaningful exchange on accompaniment, leadership and synodality.

We extend sincere gratitude to Dr. Jessica Joy Candelario, our resource speaker, all the chaplains, animators and student leaders whose insights and commitment continue to strengthen our shared mission of forming young people for a more just, compassionate and hope-filled world.

06/06/2026

The Earth is more than our home; it is a shared gift entrusted to our care. Every tree, river, mountain and ocean reminds us that we are part of a greater story of life.

Let us choose gratitude over waste, care over indifference and action over silence for our common home.

05/06/2026

Nature is a quiet reminder of beauty we do not create, but are entrusted to care for. From the smallest leaf to the widest ocean, the world speaks of life, balance and wonder.

May we learn again to see the Earth not as something to use but as a gift to protect, so its beauty may continue to inspire generations yet to come.

Happy World Environment Day!

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

Closing the IMCS Asia-Pacific 45 Days 3Ps Campaign 2026 🌱🌍

The webinar “Care for Our Common Home” marked the conclusion of the IMCS Asia-Pacific 45 Days 3Ps Campaign 2026: Plantation, Photography and Pravritti, bringing together young people, environmental advocates and community leaders in a shared commitment to ecological responsibility and sustainable development.

We were honored to be joined by distinguished speakers who shared their expertise and reflections on ecological conservation, climate resilience and youth engagement:

🔹 Fr. Pedro Walpole, S.J.: Coordinator, River Above Asia Oceania Ecclesial Network (RAOEN)
🔹 Mr. Subash Anthony Gomes: Manager, Ecological Conservation and Food Security (ECFS) Sector, Caritas Bangladesh
🔹 Mr. Ajit Shrivastav: President, Madhesh Pradesh of Nepal Environment Society
🔹 Mr. Rodel “Lukas” Arzaga: Regional Coordinator, NCR Chapter, Youth Advocates for Climate Action Philippines

We extend our sincere appreciation to all the speakers for their valuable contributions and to every participant whose engagement enriched the dialogue and strengthened our collective commitment to caring for our common home.

As this campaign comes to a close, we celebrate the efforts of young people across the region who have transformed awareness into action through tree planting, environmental advocacy, creative storytelling and sustainable lifestyle practices. While the campaign has concluded, our shared responsibility to protect creation and promote ecological justice continues.

🌱 “Care for Our Common Home” is not merely a theme but an ongoing call to action for present and future generations.