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RivEspérance: Celebrating brings people together
This Saturday, led by Sabine, the giantess of undocumented people, House of Compassion took part in RivEspérance. There, we shared our “célébr’Actions” that strive for greater dignity. https://www.cathobel.be/…/celebrer-rassemble…/
CommemorAction
On 6 February, together with a delegation from House of Compassion, we took part in a “CommemorAction” aimed at making visible the lives shattered by border policies. Below, we invite you to read the article by journalist Anne Lodester for the Pressenza news agency. © Riet D’Hont
“Compassion is a responsability”
Intervention by Natacha Mugisi Tchitembo during the Action and Contemplation weekend organised by House of Compassion at the Rock-in-Squat. Dear members of House of Compassion, Dear participants, Dear brothers and sisters, I thank you for the invitation extended to me today. Your institution bears a powerful name: House of Compassion, A house, and a compassion. […]
Christmas Message from Father Daniel
You don’t put a child on the street. Period!!! As I write this, that sentence is clearly visible on the placard held by the “Giant of the Dignity of People Without Legal Stay” at House of Compassion (also known as the Beguinage Church). And this right next to three tents where families live with a […]
Action for Dignified Reception
13 November 2025 – Palace of Justice – Speech by Eva Good morning everyone. Thank you for being here, so early, and in the cold. I am Eva from Amnesty, and years ago I myself came to Belgium as a refugee, seeking safety. Despite this chilly morning, I mainly feel the warmth of your presence […]