What do the Edmund Rice Foundation do?
About us. Edmund Rice Foundation (Australia) is an international development organisation which supports sustainable community-based education programs in developing countries and projects for marginalised and disadvantaged groups in Australia.
Where did Edmund Rice Foundation start?
The predecessor of Edmund Rice Foundation (Australia) was the Christian Brothers’ Foundation for Charitable Works (CBFCW), which was established in 1987 in the Christian Brothers’ former St Patrick’s Province, Australia (Victoria & Tasmania).
Where is the Edmund Rice Centre based?
Homebush West
The Edmund Rice Centre for Justice & Community Education in Homebush West undertakes a range of projects including research, advocacy, networking, engaging with schools and the community sector, running cross-cultural immersion programs and conducting in-services and training.
Why is Edmund Rice important?
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice, was a Roman Catholic missionary and educationalist. Edmund was the founder of two religious institutes of religious brothers: the Congregation of Christian Brothers and the Presentation Brothers.
What are the Edmund Rice touchstones?
We aspire to be faithful to the following four touchstones: Liberating Education; Gospel Spirituality; Inclusive Community; Justice and Solidarity. The integration of the touchstones reflects our mission and helps inform the authentic development of the Edmund Rice charism within our community.
Why is Edmund Rice blessed?
Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice, was a Roman Catholic missionary and educationalist. Edmund was the founder of two religious institutes of religious brothers: the Congregation of Christian Brothers and the Presentation Brothers. Deeply saddened by her loss, Edmund entered a time of mourning.
Who was Edmund Rice’s wife?
Mary Elliotm. 1785–1789
Edmund Ignatius Rice/Wife
He was talented and energetic and soon became very wealthy. Married to Mary Elliot, in 1789 he experienced her tragic death soon after she gave birth to their daughter Mary. Deeply saddened by her loss, Edmund entered a time of mourning.
What are the 4 Erea touchstones?
This is articulated as four touchstones: Liberating Education, Gospel Spiritualty, Inclusive Community and Justice and Solidarity.
Why is Edmund Rice famous?
What does the Edmund Rice Foundation do in Australia?
Welcome – we are an international aid organisation who support sustainable community-based education programs in developing countries and projects for marginalised and disadvantaged groups in Australia. Children received health & education services.
Who are the students at Edmund Rice College?
Montana Reynolds and Katelyn Way, past and present Edmund Equine Centre students at Edmund Rice College, with their Sportsmanship Award presented at WAQHA State Show 2021. Montana has won High Point Novice Amateur and Katie has won the Youth Teams Challenge with Charlotte Maney.
Who is involved in Edmund Rice White Ribbon Day?
Ignatius Park College will hold its inaugural White Ribbon Day today teaching 1100 students the importance of ending violence against women and girls. Noosa Flexible Learning Centre young person, Talisha, has got behind the Edmund Rice Foundation’s campaign to support the education of women and girls from around the world.