"The Forum was conceived as a place for dialogue and exchange between Catholic-inspired NGOs in order to offer a strengthened Christian witness at the international level. It is at the service of the common good of humanity, the defense of human life and dignity, as well as the promotion of world peace in a spirit of communion and generosity.
(Excerpt https://foruminternational.org/welcome/message-committee-secretariat/ )
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From December 5 to 7, 2019, Alice Tan (Malaysia - Vice President of Fondacio) and Marc Bezançon (France - Director of Fondacio Development) represented Fondacio at the Forum Assembly in Rome.
A total of 139 participants from 101 Catholic-inspired organisations took part in the Forum and deliberated on the theme “ Towards a more inclusive society”.
Thematic clusters were organized on the following themes: human rights, development, health, education, family, migration and youth. The initiative was also inspired by the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
At the end of the Forum, participants had the opportunity to meet with His Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican. In his speech, he proposed 3 ways to strengthen Catholic-inspired organizations: “ Formation of members, taking the necessary means and coordinating initiatives through teamwork.” He concluded by assuring those present, “ The Church and the Pope need your work, your commitment and your witness at the frontiers of the international community.” And he encouraged them to “move forward with courage and ever-renewed hope.”
During the personal meeting with the Pope, Alice and Marc both told the Pope: We love you. Thank you for everything you have done. "And the Pope said: " I need it, pray for me."
They were filled with joy through this unforgettable meeting and said that the blessing of the Holy Father was certainly for the whole of Fondacio!
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