he Scalabrini International Migration Network (SIMN) joyfully welcomes the news of the election of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, as the 267th Successor of Saint Peter. As a network inspired by the charism of Saint Giovanni Battista Scalabrini, patron of migrants and refugees, we see in Pope Leo XIV a shepherd with a profound understanding of the challenges and hopes faced by people on the move. His leadership comes at a

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