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IFFD took part in the II International Seminar on Family and Public Policy, held in Osasco, Brazil, on October 29th. Organized by the Osasco City Government, the event focused on parenting, work and mental health, bringing these issues into the discussion on family-oriented public policy. The seminar provided an opportunity to consider how these interconnected areas shape everyday family life.…
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On October 30th, IFFD joined the Group of Friends of UN-Habitat, Sustainable Urbanization and Sustainable Cities in New York, on the eve of World Cities Day 2026. The observance included the presentation of the Annual Monitoring Report of the Urban Families Project. The presentation provided an opportunity to share the project’s monitoring work in an international forum dedicated to sustainable…
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Six young married couples from Hong Kong took part in ‘The Joy of Us’ a Couples’ Weekend held in Macau on October 17–18. Leticia Rodríguez, Director of IFFD Family Enrichment, led workshops and moderated a case discussion. The weekend marked the organizers’ first initiative of this kind in many years. Participants enjoyed the sessions and shared overwhelmingly positive feedback, providing…
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Nine couples joined ‘Adolescence’ course launched in Dubai during a visit by Leticia Rodríguez, Director of IFFD Family Enrichment. Leticia gave a talk on marriage and moderated the first case discussion, marking the beginning of the new program. The initiative followed the ‘First Steps’ program held in Abu Dhabi earlier this year, with the remaining sessions scheduled for the final…
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The Philippine Family Congress brought together 500 parents, educators, family advocates, school leaders and Educhild volunteers on October 3. Under the theme ‘Families Unfiltered’, participants explored mental health, modern-day relationships, digital culture and grit. The Congress encouraged open conversations about the challenges families face today and how to address them, wisdom and resilience. Participants were invited to put what they…
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IFFD held its 2026 European Family Enrichment Holidays (EFEH) in Szczeliniec, Poland. A total of 17 families from Poland, Croatia, and Slovenia—including 63 children—came together for a memorable time of connection, shared experiences, and family growth.
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IFFD held its Family Adventure Camp in Texas from June 21 to 25. A total of 26 families came together to discover the beauty of family life through IFFD Family Enrichment. The camp offered a valuable opportunity for participants to learn, share experiences, take part in sports activities and strengthen their family bonds.
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IFFD held its ‘Different Summer’ family gathering near Saint Petersburg, Russia, from July 24 to 26. This year, 10 families—45 participants in total—came together to enjoy a special time of connection, shared experiences, and family growth. The gathering offered families an opportunity to strengthen their bonds and create lasting memories in a welcoming environment.
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From June 15 to 17, the City of Belluno and The Unione dei Comuni Valle del Savio formally joined the Inclusive Cities for Sustainable Families Project by signing the Venice Declaration. The ceremony took place in Valencia, Spain, during the initiative’s 7th Annual Technical Meeting, which brought together urban policymakers, technical experts, and civil society leaders from Europe, Argentina, Brazil,…
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IFFD successfully concluded the 10th edition of its Family Summer Camp, ‘Rodinné leto’ (Roleto), in Slovakia in August. This year, 27 families—145 participants in total—came together for an inspiring week of learning, connection, and personal growth. The program featured insightful lectures, engaging case studies from IFFD courses, and plenty of quality time for families to strengthen their bonds. The anniversary edition…