May 9, 2025— Uplifting Women and Transforming Communities
At St. Jude League Community Development (SJLCD), Claretian Mission Day is observed on more than just a single day—it’s a celebration of the global Claretian family, united in mission and service throughout the year. This year, as we celebrate the most influential women in our lives, our mothers, the mission theme couldn’t be more fitting: “Women: Agents of Evangelization and Empowerment.”
This powerful theme reminds us that women are truly at the heart of transformation. Whether preserving cultural traditions, leading in faith, sustaining their families, or organizing for justice, women are at the forefront of meaningful change. cross every project supported by SJLCD, their resilience and leadership shine. Learn more about each of this year’s global mission projects:
Santa Maria de Jesus, Sacatepequez, Guatemala
The Strengthening Maya Kakchiqueles Women project preserves cultural identity while providing economic empowerment. By supporting textile production and ancestral art workshops, Indigenous women gain the tools to preserve their heritage and support their families with dignity and pride. Watch the project video!
Nazat, West Bengal, India
The Improving Access to Education for Rural Women initiative opens new doors for over 200 women in West Bengal. Through adult literacy and legal rights education, women are not only gaining essential skills—they are discovering their voice and their agency as citizens and leaders. Watch the project video!
At SJLCD, we stand proudly alongside them. Our mission is rooted in equity, dignity, and hope — values that echo in every workshop held, every leader trained, and every small business launched through this vital project.
Kingandu, Kwilu Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Improving the Living and Working Conditions of Women in Kingandu project is easing the burden of labor-intensive farming, enhancing agricultural skills, and increasing income potential. These women are turning survival into sustainability, thanks to targeted investment in their work and wellbeing. Watch the project video!
Each of these efforts exemplifies what it means to live out the Claretian mission—and each reflects the core purpose of SJLCD: to walk with communities as they build lives of dignity, hope, and resilience.
You Are Part of This Mission!
Claretian Mission Day isn’t just a celebration of the Claretians’ work — it’s a celebration of your heart, your generosity, and your belief that together, we can change the world.
When you support SJLCD, you are not only donating to a cause. You are joining a movement that believes every person is worthy of opportunity, that faith must be lived in action, and that mission knows no borders.
You are making miracles happen!
