In 2020, Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) recognized 40 years of accompanying, serving, and advocating for refugees and displaced persons. Founded in 1980 by Fr. Pedro Arrupe, SJ, JRS operates today in over 56 countries worldwide.

This video highlights the work JRS has done over the last four decades, expressing JRS’s commitment to continuing to provide service to refugees, and honoring those who’ve helped JRS along the way. Educators can use this video as away to help students learn about the mission of JRS and what it means to accompany refugees and displaced persons.