At the Casa del Migrante Arcángel Rafael, food is much more than a served dish: it is an act of dignity, participation, and community. Here, migrants not only receive food, but also actively collaborate in its procurement, preparation, and distribution, transforming need into an opportunity to build bonds of solidarity. This support network, which involves more than 200 people, demonstrates that the right to food goes beyond meeting basic needs: it is also the right

Batam, Indonesia – August 11–15, 2025 – The Scalabrini International Migration Network (SIMN) is participating in the Stella Maris – SIMN Regional Meeting in Batam, Riau Islands, Indonesia, bringing together regional representatives, church leaders, government officials, mental health professionals, and international partners to address the urgent needs of seafarers and fishers. Hosted by Stella Maris Batam, this important gathering serves as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and strategic planning to enhance pastoral care, advocacy, and