Pope Francis Leads Discussion on Children’s Future at the Vatican
On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Pope Francis will be participating in the Round Table discussion titled “Children: Generation Future” at the new Synod Hall in the Vatican. This event is part of the larger #BeHuman initiative, which focuses on Human Fraternity. The day will feature a series of ten other Round Tables throughout the day, culminating in a concert in the portico of St. Peter’s Basilica.
Written by Michele Raviart
The Fratelli Tutti Foundation, with a mission to promote peace and solidarity, emphasizes the impact of wars on children. Through the discussion at the “Children: Generation Future” round table, the foundation aims to raise awareness and take action to support affected children worldwide. Pope Francis will also be present during this event, sharing his insights on the future of the younger generations in society.
Building a Vocabulary of Fraternity
The Round Tables at the #BeHuman event bring together influential figures from various fields to discuss topics related to fraternity, inspired by Pope Francis’ encyclical Fratelli Tutti. Among them, Italian influencer Mattia Stanga and Monsignor Lucio Ruiz will lead a table focused on social media and its role in fostering a sense of humanity in the digital age. The event will be live-streamed in Italian and English, starting at 4 p.m. CET.
Exploring Different Perspectives
The Round Tables cover a wide range of topics, including Public Administration, Information Transparency, Sport, Sustainability, Business, Fraternal Cooperation, Education, Health, and Labor. Each discussion aims to promote values like mutual respect, cooperation, and solidarity in their respective fields.
Insight from Nobel Peace Prize Laureates
Prior to the Round Tables, Pope Francis met with Nobel laureates who participated in the “Table for Peace” on Friday. The event highlighted the importance of dialogue and peace in resolving conflicts globally. Participants, including Nobel laureates Rigoberta Menchù Tum, Dmitrij Muratov, and Tawakkol Karman, received recognition from Italian President Sergio Mattarella as well.
The Second World Meeting on Human Fraternity will come to a close with a concert at 9:30 p.m. CET in the portico of St. Peter’s Basilica, featuring performances by renowned artists Giovanni Allevi, Roberto Vecchioni, and Garth Brooks.
