Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice
Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ)
November 14-17, 2025
Washington, DC
Join us online for keynote speakers on November 15 and 16!
What is the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ)?
The annual IFTJ (sponsored by the Ignatian Solidarity Network) gathers members of the Ignatian Family to learn, reflect, pray, network, and advocate in the context of social justice. Participants from Jesuit schools, parishes, and social ministries are empowered, re-energized, inspired, challenged, and supported by a community that sees faith and justice integrally linked. After learning about justice issues and connecting them to Catholic Social Tradition, IFTJ participants engage in advocacy to affirm justice in policy and practice.
In 2025, the advocacy issues we will focus on are:
- Humane Migration Reform (immigration justice)
- Care for Creation (environmental justice)
How do I get involved?
Loyola selects a delegation of students to attend. You must apply to be considered. 2025 applications have closed.
Loyola students take part in the IFTJ in various other ways, too. You can submit a workshop or Ignatian speaker proposal. Ask the CSA team for details. And check out these videos from the 2023 Public Witness, where Mary Rittle, '27 and Thomas Crabtree, '25 both spoke.
Are there more details?
PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
• Commit to attending the IFTJ in Washington, DC November 14-17, 2025
(full days, meaning you will miss class, work, or other responsibilities)
• Inform instructors of your absence from classes or academic responsibilities
• Attend 6 delegation meetings (you must be available for ALL meetings):
Damen Student Center (LSC)
Sunday, October 12, 1-6pm
Wednesday, October 15, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, October 29, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 5, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 12, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 19, 5-6:30pm
• Complete individual preparation work outside of group meetings
• Pay a $250 participation fee (financial assistance available if qualified)
• Pay personal costs during the IFTJ, including meals; average $125 in 2024
(Loyola pays registration, hotel, flight, local transit & 2 meals)
• Present a government-issued ID accepted by TSA for air transit
NOTE, if using a state-issued ID, it MUST BE A REAL ID.
• Fully participate in all components of the IFTJ
• Be open to learning about and discussing justice issues from a faith-based perspective; while participants do not have to be Catholic to attend, the conference is rooted in Catholic social justice tradition
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, creativity back to Loyola classrooms and programs as we share our lessons with others
PARTICIPANT BENEFITS
• Receive advocacy training and education
• Build community with fellow Ramblers deepening their commitment to justice
• Network with peers and professionals across the Ignatian Family network
APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINE
• Complete this electronic application by Sunday, September 7, 2025
• By completing the application, you agree to a review of your Loyola conduct record. Students must be in good standing in order to participate
• You may be contacted for a brief interview
• If offered a spot on the delegation, full payment of the $250 participant fee (or alternate amount if granted financial aid); payment plans can be requested
Contact CSA at serve@LUC.edu with questions.
Check out these quotes, videos and images from the 2024 IFTJ!
See the CSA Instagram from the 2024 IFTJ!
Watch some of the fabulous keynote speakers and breakout sessions here!
Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ)
November 14-17, 2025
Washington, DC
Join us online for keynote speakers on November 15 and 16!
What is the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ)?
The annual IFTJ (sponsored by the Ignatian Solidarity Network) gathers members of the Ignatian Family to learn, reflect, pray, network, and advocate in the context of social justice. Participants from Jesuit schools, parishes, and social ministries are empowered, re-energized, inspired, challenged, and supported by a community that sees faith and justice integrally linked. After learning about justice issues and connecting them to Catholic Social Tradition, IFTJ participants engage in advocacy to affirm justice in policy and practice.
In 2025, the advocacy issues we will focus on are:
- Humane Migration Reform (immigration justice)
- Care for Creation (environmental justice)
How do I get involved?
Loyola selects a delegation of students to attend. You must apply to be considered. 2025 applications have closed.
Loyola students take part in the IFTJ in various other ways, too. You can submit a workshop or Ignatian speaker proposal. Ask the CSA team for details. And check out these videos from the 2023 Public Witness, where Mary Rittle, '27 and Thomas Crabtree, '25 both spoke.
Are there more details?
PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
• Commit to attending the IFTJ in Washington, DC November 14-17, 2025
(full days, meaning you will miss class, work, or other responsibilities)
• Inform instructors of your absence from classes or academic responsibilities
• Attend 6 delegation meetings (you must be available for ALL meetings):
Damen Student Center (LSC)
Sunday, October 12, 1-6pm
Wednesday, October 15, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, October 29, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 5, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 12, 5-6:30pm
Wednesday, November 19, 5-6:30pm
• Complete individual preparation work outside of group meetings
• Pay a $250 participation fee (financial assistance available if qualified)
• Pay personal costs during the IFTJ, including meals; average $125 in 2024
(Loyola pays registration, hotel, flight, local transit & 2 meals)
• Present a government-issued ID accepted by TSA for air transit
NOTE, if using a state-issued ID, it MUST BE A REAL ID.
• Fully participate in all components of the IFTJ
• Be open to learning about and discussing justice issues from a faith-based perspective; while participants do not have to be Catholic to attend, the conference is rooted in Catholic social justice tradition
• Bring energy, enthusiasm, creativity back to Loyola classrooms and programs as we share our lessons with others
PARTICIPANT BENEFITS
• Receive advocacy training and education
• Build community with fellow Ramblers deepening their commitment to justice
• Network with peers and professionals across the Ignatian Family network
APPLICATION PROCESS & DEADLINE
• Complete this electronic application by Sunday, September 7, 2025
• By completing the application, you agree to a review of your Loyola conduct record. Students must be in good standing in order to participate
• You may be contacted for a brief interview
• If offered a spot on the delegation, full payment of the $250 participant fee (or alternate amount if granted financial aid); payment plans can be requested
Contact CSA at serve@LUC.edu with questions.
Check out these quotes, videos and images from the 2024 IFTJ!
See the CSA Instagram from the 2024 IFTJ!
Watch some of the fabulous keynote speakers and breakout sessions here!