The Jubilee Fund advocates economic opportunity for all members of society, through ethical and socially responsible financing of community economic development initiatives.
The Jubilee Fund sees a future in which equitable economic opportunities are available to all members of society.
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Sister Johanna Jonker
Sister Johanna is a member of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. She has been a life-long teacher in Catholic Schools. She also taught the alternative high-school program (helping children finish high school without being part of the large crowds) at Rossbrook House.
At present, Sister Johanna is working at Micah House advocating on behalf of people who have been treated unjustly and trying to address injustices. She was hired to fulfill this role by the Archdiocese of Winnipeg.
In a recent conversation, Sister Johanna stated, "The Jubilee Fund is an organization that supports and empowers people to find their talents. Many people live on the fringes, they know what the answers to their problems are, but don't know how to access the financial resources or voice to address their problems. These people are often excluded because of a lack of education, job training, and racism. There is not a lot of effort made to get poor people on your side." She believes the Fund needs to do more networking and become more involved in the lives of the people living in the core.
Sister Johanna believes the Jubilee Fund can help people to dream. It can show respect for people and the willingness to give people power. "Social justice is a constant element of our faith, concern for others, to treat people with respect. We need only to remember Jesus, he treated everyone with respect, and he didn't condemn them. As Christians we need to be out there, following in his footsteps, helping others."
Sister Johanna served on the Jubilee Fund Board in 2003 and was a member on the Communication Committee.
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