Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice Columbus, Georgia

November 20-23, 2008

2008 Delegation Information

• Where: Columbus, Georgia
• When: November 20-23rd, 2008
• Who: Delegation from SI, made-up of 4-6 students (Juniors and Seniors are eligible) and 2 faculty leaders, Ms. Campoverdi and Ms. Girard. We will be joining 28 other Jesuit Universities and High Schools.
• Cost: $200 (with scholarships available)

This Teach-In will involve two days of direct education, learning collaboratively with other Jesuit schools on social justice issues focused primarily on Central and South America. On the third day, we will unite with others at a prayer vigil recognizing the lives of those who have been lost through the injustices of war and poverty. The goals of the Teach-In are to:

• Explore injustices occurring in today’s society;
• Recognize that we are all given the gift of human dignity; and
• Learn and understand how human dignity and respect has been denied to many in various parts of the world.

Our aim is to empower student leaders to return to SI with the skills, education, and experience needed to engage others in reflection and discussion on justice and respect for human life.

This Teach-In is organized by the Ignatian Solidarity Network (ISN), a national non-profit whose mission is "to facilitate and enhance the effectiveness of existing social justice and advocacy efforts that are currently present in Jesuit affiliated high schools, universities and colleges, parishes, retreat centers, independent organizations and lay individuals across the nation. The network serves as a means to connect, strengthen, and broaden communication among these already existing groups in order to better understand what it means to live and act upon "a faith that does justice." For more information on the Teach-In and ISN, click here.

Prior to the Georgia trip, all members of the SI delegation are expected to participate in a series of community building and educational workshops. These meetings are required. They are a mandatory aspect of participation in this program. The dates for the Teach-in preparatory sessions are:

• Friday, October 9 (3-5)
• Friday, October 24 (1:30-3:30)
• Wednesday, October 28 (3-5)
• Friday Morning Liturgy, November 14
• Tuesday, November 11 (6-7:30) Parent Potluck

Application Procedure

Paper Applications will be available starting on September 5, 2008. Students can find hard copies in Campus Ministry, Christian Service, Counseling Center and Magis Office. Digital copies are located HERE.

• Application and Recommendations are due to the Campus Ministry or Christian Service offices no later than Monday, September 15 at 3pm. Students will be notified by Monday, September 22

Directions to Keep in Mind

• Please include your name, grade and SI email on all pages of your application.
• If you have a conflict with any of the preparatory meetings (dates listed above), please notify us in your application. Otherwise, we will assume that you are able to attend every session.
• Please make sure to read your SI email, as we may contact you to set up an interview if further information is needed.
• Note: Applications will be reviewed anonymously

Questions can be emailed to Ms. Girard or Ms. Campoverdi