LUCAP

Loyola University Community Action Program (LUCAP)

LUCAP is a social justice initiative rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, which calls us to uphold the dignity of every person, work for the common good, and stand in solidarity with those on the margins. Through a range of service projects and justice initiatives, students respond to real needs in our city and beyond by building relationships, confronting unjust structures, and growing in faith through action.

In partnership with the Minister for Social Justice, LUCAP empowers students to become leaders who think critically, act compassionately, and organize with purpose. Our work flows from the conviction that faith and justice are inseparable and that our Loyola community is called to be a sign of hope in the world.

Our Commitments

Inspired by Catholic Social Teaching, LUCAP is committed to:

• Human Dignity: Honoring the sacred worth of every person by engaging in service that listens, respects, and uplifts
• The Common Good: Promoting policies and practices that benefit all, especially the most vulnerable
• Solidarity: Standing with those who are marginalized, not just for them but with them, as co-workers in justice
• Care for Creation: Responding to ecological crisis with projects rooted in sustainability and reverence for God’s creation
• Option for the Poor: Prioritizing the needs of those most affected by injustice—locally and globally

What You Can Do

• Start your own justice project with mentorship from the Minister for Social Justice
• Attend one of our many volunteer events that raise awareness and build community

LUCAP students are not just volunteers. They are agents of change, animated by the love of the Gospel and committed to building a more just and compassionate world.

Want to Get Involved?

Contact our Minister for Social Justice, Lindy Brasher at lmbrashe@loyno.edu, or visit her office located inside Iggy’s Cupboard in the lower level of the Danna Student Center