“Hope begins when we offer a smile to those who no longer have one.”
Mother Teresa

At a time when social ties are weakening and some societies are faltering, St-Justin is a shining example of community spirit. Hundreds of different cultures coexist in our homes, which offer security and kindness, just like the nativity scene.
Democracy, freedom of expression, respect and trust are key values that we are proud to share every day. For almost a century, St-Justin has been supporting thousands of students thanks to the generosity of thousands of donors. Thank you.

Being a witness of hope means choosing to treat every person with dignity, to believe in the
possibility of goodness, peace and brotherhood, and to take concrete action that opens a path
where everything seems closed. This is St-Justin’s guiding principle for 2026, a year in which we want to open new avenues:

• – inviting you to place a wish on the wishing tree located in the heart of the Cité in Fribourg, in a symbolic space open to all,
• – offering you the opportunity to meet and exchange with students,
• – coming to meet you to get to know you and discover your vision of St-Justin and your ideas for the future

This first editorial is not a statement of intent, but rather an invitation. An invitation to meet, to show solidarity, to build a vision for tomorrow together, to trust and to be trusted.
On behalf of the entire St-Justin team, I hope you enjoy reading this and wish you a wonderful holiday season.
I look forward to meeting you.

Natacha Roos, Director