Pope Francis Extends Blessings to International Women’s Day Event in Rome

Vatican City, The Gulf Observer: Pope Francis conveyed his heartfelt message on Wednesday to an event preceding International Women’s Day, an annual celebration observed on 8 March. The Pontiff’s message was read aloud at the conference titled “Women leaders: Towards a brighter future,” organized by Caritas Internationalis in collaboration with the Australian and British Embassies to the Holy See.

Expressing his pleasure at the initiative, Pope Francis conveyed gratitude for the joint hosting of the event by the Secretary General of Caritas Internationalis and the Ambassadors of the United Kingdom] and Australia. Although unable to personally participate, the Holy Father assured all attendees that he invoked Almighty God’s gift of wisdom upon them.

In his message, Pope Francis prayed that the conference would yield fruitful results, fostering a heightened commitment worldwide, both within the Church and beyond, to promote respect for the equal and complementary dignity of women and men. The Pope’s sentiments emphasized the importance of such gatherings in advancing the cause of gender equality and acknowledging the crucial role played by women in various spheres of life.

The conference provided a platform for reflection and dialogue, echoing Pope Francis’s longstanding commitment to addressing issues related to women’s rights and promoting social justice. His message underlines the significance of collaborative efforts to create a more just and inclusive world for all.