New York, April 21, 2025 – With profound sorrow and Christian hope, the Scalabrini International Migration Network (SIMN) and the Scalabrinian Family worldwide mourn the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, a tireless defender of human dignity, migrants, refugees, and displaced persons. His pontificate was a living witness to the Gospel of mercy and love without borders. From the beginning of his ministry, Pope Francis raised his prophetic voice in favor of those forced to