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The Focolare Movement makes public the measures to be taken regarding the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in response to the Independent Inquiry by GCPS Consulting
Significant steps forward are being taken to expand and strengthen measures concerning prevention, training, compensation, and the assessment of responsibility. These will guarantee justice to all victims and implement a culture in which absolute priority is given to charity, to the dignity of the person, and to safety and transparency in all areas of the Movement.
The Focolare Movement publishes the results of an Independent Inquiry into cases of abuse by a former consecrated member in France
Margaret Karram: “I commit myself on behalf of the Focolare Movement to respond with action, listening, openness and preventive measures, to the final recommendations made by the Independent Inquiry.”
Ukraine: fundraising to support the people
The contributions, collected through the NGOs Azione per un Mondo Unito (AMU) and Azione per Famiglie Nuove (AFN), will be used to provide the people of Ukraine with basic necessities, in collaboration with local Churches.
Offer of support programme for victims of abuse perpetrated by former French focolarino J.M.M
Offer of support programme for victims of abuse perpetrated by former French focolarino J.M.M
Alain Christnacht appointed independent supervisor in abuse case of a former French focolarino
Alain Christnacht appointed independent supervisor in abuse case of a former French focolarino
Bolivia: on our city’s streets
The testimony of the volunteers of the “Casa de los Niños” in Cochabamba (Bolivia), a project inspired by the spirituality of unity, committed to tirelessly caring for those infected by COVID-19 and bringing consolation to the dying.
An international award to the Focolare Movement for its commitment towards the environment
The Focolare Movement received the “I do my part” international award from the Kronos Academy for its commitment in favour of our planet through its ecological initiative by EcoOne. Pope Francis and Thor Heyerdahl, the Norwegian explorer and anthropologist are also among the winners of the 2020 edition. The latter received the award posthumously.
Restyling and new features for focolare.org
After 8 years since its last relaunch, the Focolare’s official website www.focolare.org is undergoing further developments. It’s about to go online with a new look and additional features.
Giving a Soul to the City
Ever since he chose God, as a focolarino, Sándor Tari, a Hungarian farmer, has committed himself to sharing his gift with other farmers, the gift of the charism of unity, project and prophecy of a healed world.
The “Little Flame” school
Angola: It all started from a canteen offering meals for children, then literacy courses were added which gave work to a number of young teachers in the area. Supported by the New Families Association the “Pequena Chama” (Little Flame) School clearly shows that help given my many people generates development together with human and social solidarity.
Blessed for our times
Chiara Luce Badano’s anniversary was celebrated in the Mexican state of Puebla, with close to 300 kids from five schools participating, and many from the city of Acatzingo.
Escaping Hunger
The wave of Venezuelan refugees continues to move towards the surrounding countries, mostly due to a scarcity of food. In Peru, through the action of the Focolare, a psychological clinic has been set up with the help of professionals among the same refugees.
Thought of the day
Go towards those who are lonely
Go towards those who are lonely