Glaciers are crucial for regulating the global climate and providing freshwater, essential for billions of people. However, due to climate change, driven mainly by human activities since the 1800s, these vital resources are rapidly melting. The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation to highlight the importance of glaciers and […]
Discover the island’s breathtaking beauty and diverse wildlife, from its rugged coastline to its rare species. Ruby’s insightful storytelling and stunning imagery will immerse you in the wild charm of Rathlin, offering a unique glimpse into this remote sanctuary. This event is part of our series of online winter talks, which take place from January […]
In the northern hemisphere, the Week of Prayer traditionally takes place from 18 to 25 January, while in the southern hemisphere, where January is often a holiday period, churches often celebrate the Week of Prayer around Pentecost. The theme of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025 is based on a text from the Gospel of John: “Do you […]
AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation Under the theme “AI and education: Preserving human agency in a world of automation”, the 2025 International Day of Education inspires reflections on the power of education to equip individuals and communities navigate, understand and influence technological advancement.
The International Day of Clean Energy is a call to raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to clean energy for the benefit of people and the planet.
From 4 Corners website: 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the publication of ‘Laudato Si – On Care For Our Common Home’, Pope Francis’ encyclical considering how we can care for the environment. The letter is addressed to “every person living on this planet” and calls for a global dialogue about how we are shaping […]