Bioethics
“This bioethics will not begin with a consideration of sickness and death in order to reach an understanding of the meaning of life and the worth of the individual – Pope Francis said. Rather, it will begin with a profound belief in the irrevocable dignity of the human person, as loved by God – the dignity of each person, in every phase and condition of existence – as it seeks out those forms of love and care that are concerned for the vulnerability and frailty of each individual”.
FAFCE Easter Newsletter 🌼 | In the joy of the Resurrection
5th of April 2023, Dear Friends, Our Federation will celebrate Easter this week, together with Christians families from all over the world. Renewed in in our mission, we will continue our work for our
INVITATION | International Congress in Murcia: Family Networks for the Future of Europe
The Federation of Catholic Family Associations in Europe (FAFCE) and the Catholic University Saint Anthony of Murcia (UCAM) are happy to invite you to the International Congress on Family networks:
CONFERENCE INVITATION | Work and loneliness: Quality resting time for an improved mental health of workers
CONFERENCE INVITATION On the occasion of the 2023 European Day for a Work-free Sunday on March 3, the European Sunday Alliance recalled the urgent need for synchronised quality and social resting time
Our support to families in Ukraine: Thank you for your donations!
30 March 2023, In the aftermath of the war escalation in Ukraine, FAFCE launched a call for donations to directly support Ukrainian families. Vincenzo Bassi, FAFCE President, stated that “as associations of European families,
Exchange of views on “Harnessing talent in Europe’s regions” at the European Parliament
Brussels, 29th of March 2023 On the 27th of March 2023, FAFCE attended an exchange of views between the Culture and Education Committee of the European Parliament and Mrs. Elisa Ferreira, EU Commissioner for
FAFCE calls the European Commission to include surrogacy in the review of its EU Directive on human trafficking
24 March 2023, FAFCE contributed to a call for feedbacks of the European Commission following its proposal to update of its 2011 Directive against human trafficking, very much welcomed in light of the evolution
JOB OFFER | Policy Officer
JOB OFFER Policy Officer Brussels, 23 March 2023 Founded in 1997, the Federation of Catholic Family Associations in Europe represents 32 family associations and organisations from 16 European Countries. The Federation has a participatory
PRESS RELEASE | Families and Bishops together in Europe: COMECE and FAFCE sign memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation on family
Brussels, 20th of March 2023 COMECE and FAFCE signed on Monday 20 March 2023 a memorandum of understanding to enhance their cooperation in the field of family policies at the EU level. Cardinal Hollerich:
FAFCE contributes to the public consultation on the 2023 Strategic Foresight Report
14th of March 2023 Long-term changes are having a profound effect on the lives of Europeans. The European Commission therefore includes in its work an effort to embed strategic foresight: "Foresight is the discipline
11th Anniversary of Pope Francis’ Election
Brussels, 13th March 2024 Today we celebrate the 11th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis. The first Jesuit Pope and the first from the Americas, his pontificate has been historic in form as well as substance ever since
FAFCE to co-host conference: Investing in the Family, Investing in the Future
Brussels, 12th March 2024 FAFCE will co-host a conference with Romana Tomc MEP entitled Investing in the Family, Investing in the Future in Brussels on Tuesday 19th March 2024. The conference emphasizes the significance of investing in family policies
FAFCE statement on the discussion of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council
Brussels, 12th March 2024 FAFCE welcomes the discussion of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council on 11th March. Families should be at the core of policy-making, particularly vulnerable families and large families. The Council called upon
FAFCE welcomes EU directive on platform workers
Brussels, 12th March 2024 On Monday 11th March, EU member states approved an agreement on the rights of platform workers. Considered under the status of contractor or self-employed, this directive provides a pathway towards the protections that are granted
PRESS RELEASE Irish referendum on family and motherhood: “common sense is back”
Brussels, 11th of March 2024 The people of the Republic of Ireland rejected proposed constitutional changes during two referendum votes on Friday. Family networks were crucial to the successful NoNo campaign, whereas the failed YesYes campaign was supported by
International Women’s Day 2024: Carla Di Lello
Brussels, 8th March 2024 Every 8th March the world celebrates International Women's Day. To celebrate the occasion, we have spoken to a couple of strong women around FAFCE who promote the family. Please read our feature interview with FAFCE
