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Tinku Kamayu – The women of woolen threads (Argentina)
Women descendants of the original peoples Calchaquíes, draw strength from the spirituality of the Focolare to overcome the macho culture and become entrepreneurs of fabrics. “Tinku Kamayu” (together to work) restores them the dignity of women while recovering ancestral techniques.
Fifty Years of Dialogue in Algeria
From the Mediterranean coast to Maghreb, Algeria celebrates 50 years of dialogue since the arrival of the focolarini
Human Rights from the collective standpoint: an African perspective
Speech of Atty. Raphaël Takougang of Camaroon, at the “Peace is Right” round table during the “Reinventing Peace” convention held last 15 November at the UNESCO.
Educating for peace: a commitment and a choice
On November 15 in Paris, two days after the commemoration of the 2015 attacks, at the UNESCO headquarters, 500 people gathered to retrace the foundations of a new culture of peace inspired by Chiara Lubich.
Maria Voce: “Reinventing peace”
This is the title of the speech by Focolare President Maria Voce at UNESCO headquarters in Paris on the 20th anniversary of the awarding of the Prize for Peace Education to Chiara Lubich
UNESCO remembers Chiara Lubich
Live streaming of the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO Peace Education Prize to Chiara Lubich: Teaching humanism based on the unity of the human family
Economy of Communion: Acts of Mercy
From 21 to 23 October, in Switzerland, the 6th Economy of Communion Congress entitled: “EoC, an economy for all.” A pledge to bring poverty home to be nursed.
To welcome others is an opportunity for growth
An entire community on the border between Switzerland and Italy shares an exeprience of welcoming the many refugees in search of a peaceful future. Sharing and growth.
35th Ecumenical meeting of Bishop friends of the Focolare
The annual event for bishops of various churches from 24 -28 October, was hosted by the ecumenical village of Ottmaring in Germany. Casting bridges and building peace among confessions and religions.
Igino Giordani: Heroes of peace
On November 15th Chiara Lubich and her commitment to peace will be remembered at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, France. We offer some thoughts on peace from Igino Giordani.
Volunteers of God conference puts emphasis on sharing
Castel Gandolfo, Italy. 1840 Focolare Volunteers meet to recommit themselves to service of the human family.
Giving Visibility to Peaceworkers
Interview with Chantal Grevin, New Humanity’s representative at UNESCO, concerning the November 15th event to be held in Paris, France, for the 20th anniversary of the conferral of the UNESCO Peace Education Prize to Chiara Lubich.
Thought of the day
Find new ways of being close to others
Find new ways of being close to others