Save the Date! The 2012 Social Action Summer Institute will take place July 29-Aug 1 at Bellarmine University in Louisville, KY.

SASI 2011

See photos from the 2011 SASI!

Frequently asked questions

Who attends the SASI?
Catholic social justice leaders who want to learn more about Catholic social teaching, apply it to the "signs of the times" and learn skills to be more effective in the public arena, all within the context of prayer, liturgy, and a Catholic spirituality of social justice. A supportive and challenging community of peers helps all participants grow.

What "track" should I sign up for?
It depends on whether you are a parish or diocesan leader and what kind of formation and training you seek. During the first two days, parish leaders and new diocesan and national organization leaders should attend Track I. Diocesan and other leaders who have previously attended SASI should attend Track II.

Can I sign up for one workshop or one day?
The SASI is designed to be a complete four-day experience. However, for those who have difficulty attending the entire time, there is the option of attending for only the main track (Mon. & Tues.) or day of workshops (Weds.).

Can I sponsor a SASI social or attendee?
Yes! The SASI includes events in the evenings sponsored by organizations. Please mail coordinator@catholicroundtable.org for more info. Check donations to the scholarship fund can be sent to the above address. Thank you!

What is the refund policy?
All SASI cancellations/refund requests must be made in writing (via mail, fax, or email):
Full Refunds - More than 30 days notice. To receive a full refund, Roundtable must receive request no later than 30 days prior to first day of SASI.
50% Refunds - Less than 30 days notice. Requests received within 30 days of SASI's start will be subject to a 50% refund.
No Refunds - Within two weeks. We are unable to offer refunds for requests received within 2 weeks of SASI's start date.

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Scholarships

Thanks to the sponsoring organizations, limited scholarships are available to social action ministers in an effort to allow as many ministers to participate as possible. Priority is given to diocesan directors, particularly first-time attendees. Scholarships are typically partial and do not cover travel expenses.

Applications for scholarships will be received beginning May 15, 2012. Decisions for diocesan participants are made on a rolling basis. Decisions on scholarships for parish participants will be made in June 15, 2012. To explore additional sources of financial aid, contact your diocesan social action director or pastor.

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Recent SASI topics

2011: Focus on the Worker: "New Things" in Labor 120 Years After Rerum Novarum (New Orleans, LA)
2010: Peacebuilding for the 21st Century (San Jose, CA)
2009: Economics and the Common Good (Newark, NJ)
2008: Racism: The Colorblind Ideology (Atlanta, GA)
2007: Climate Change and Environmental Justice (Milwaukee, WI)
2006: Poverty (Dayton, OH)
2005: Immigration Justice in a Global Economy (Los Angeles, CA)

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