Philoi Catalysts are individuals or organisations who are dedicated to fostering innovation in order to address the needs of their communities.
They are “Known to God, but unknown by men,” meaning they are key leaders in their areas who are passionate to address their local community concerns. These leaders are often amongst displaced communities, or are displaced themselves. They have direct access to the communities who are in need of assistance, and understanding the context better than we do here in Australia.
Philoi are committed to journeying along with our partners in support and encouraging them in their quest to aid their community. This partnership includes:
Identifying the needs of a particular group/community, and the barriers involved in achieving this need.
Discussing effective ways in which assistance can be given.
Reaching the end goal of self-sustainability where possible.
Encouraging our partners spiritually and emotionally, enabling them to care for their community.
These catalysts are on the frontlines, tackling challenges associated with providing relief, facilitating resettlement, and addressing relocation needs for forcibly displaced people.
Meet John
John is a registered Migration Agent (MARN) affiliated with Philoi Global, where he specialises in assisting persecuted minorities. He has a strong passion for serving refugees and newcomers to Australia.
He believes in fostering genuine connections with refugees, leveraging the migration space to facilitate legal processes and providing meaningful support and advocacy.
John is committed to making a positive impact by ensuring persecuted Christians receive compassionate assistance during their resettlement journey.
Meet Prosper.
Prosper is a refugee from Africa. He and his family experienced displacement for over 30 years. Philoi partnered with him to resettle in Australia, where he arrived in 2024 along with his wife and 4 children.
Whilst he was a refugee, he founded a Ministry in Uganda that focused on raising the voices of those displaced by wars to bring hope amidst the pain and suffering caused by persecution. Prosper brings his own experience of resilience, refugee advocacy, refugee education, child sponsorship, church planting, and leadership in different contexts. He planted 2 churches in Uganda in refugee communities and trained refugee church leaders to understand displacement from a biblical perspective.
He helped build partnerships with local and international organisations, including refugee churches and those in the hosting communities (churches welcoming in refugees from other backgrounds). Prosper desires to encourage integration between these ethnic churches within Australia to the wider community. By fostering collaboration between refugee and host-churches, he seeks to create meaningful connections and support networks with the goal of reaching ‘successful resettlement’: refugee communities integrating into society.
Meet Paul.
Paul is originally from Sri Lanka, where he served as a pastor, church planter, and humanitarian aid worker. He now lives in Europe with his wife, dedicating himself to serving migrant communities. He is passionate about encouraging migrant churches in Europe to engage with and respond to the ongoing migration crisis.
Every day, hundred of migrants undertake dangerous journeys to reach Europe, fleeing conflict in search of a better life. This influx has sparked a humanitarian and political crisis, with thousands losing their lives in the attempt. While some countries have welcomed migrants, others have responded by closing their borders. Churches face political backlash and compassion fatigue, and Paul is committed to helping them navigate these difficulties and continue their vital work.
