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GNRC 5th Forum Video:
Ending Violence Against Children: Faith Communities in Action

Five hundred and twenty six (526) participants from the world’s religious and spiritual traditions, girls and boys, women and men, from 70 countries, who together with representatives of governments, the United Nations, and international and grassroots organizations, met in Panama City, Panama for the Fifth Forum of the Global Network of Religions for Children. They discussed and committed to sustainable solutions towards what has become ‘a global epidemic’ of violence against children.

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All for Children sums up our hopes and dreams and the partnerships we seek to build. All that we do, we do for children… and we work at it with all of our heart, because children deserve nothing less. We believe that all people share in a universal calling to care for all the children of our world, so all of the tools and approaches we offer are designed to bring people together—in all their wonderous diversity—to build a better world for children.

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Global Leaders Call for Interfaith Collaboration in Implementing Urban SDGs and the New Urban Agenda

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24 May 2019

Religious Leaders Commit to a Peaceful Sri Lanka

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23 May 2019

South Africa Holds 2nd Peace Forum

GNRC–South Africa in partnership with Mavela Ikhaya Project and Religions for Peace organized the 2nd Peace Forum in Kwazulu Natal on 18th May 2019 and Durban on 20th May 2019. Forty eight (48)...

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Posted June 14 at 6:03am
By Arigatou - GNRC @ArigatouGNRC
As the world commemorates the World Day Against Child Labour this week, let us aim to raise awareness to prevent ch… https://t.co/3a286O5B60
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Posted June 11 at 10:12am
By ECPAT International @ECPAT
If a child is abused by someone they trust, if they're taught that it's a secret game no one should know about, the… https://t.co/yenXuhQzbW
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Posted June 10 at 11:00am
By End Child Poverty @IIECP
How does your country, community, faith, organisation define Child Labour? Whatever the definition, Child Labour r… https://t.co/FygmluJdCC
Posted June 10 at 7:51am
By Arigatou - GNRC @ArigatouGNRC
For the world to move forward, for friendship to last & for families to prosper, trust & faith must be at the core… https://t.co/lLZPw1VgSx
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Posted June 7 at 1:18am
By Sport at the Service of Humanity (SSH) @sport4humanity
We are not the owners of this world, we are only custodians - for our children, for future generations - Mustafa Al… https://t.co/ClghQYxqqT
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Posted February 20 at 8:27am
By Arigatou - GNRC @ArigatouGNRC
#RT if you agree! We must stand together to reject and speak out against all forms of violence against children in… https://t.co/6CvBcWiqgq
Posted June 6 at 9:34am
By Arigatou - GNRC @ArigatouGNRC
#ViolentExtremism is one of the challenges affecting the world’s children and youth. Today, many children and young… https://t.co/8DYgsX2C44
Posted June 4 at 10:03pm
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Can interfaith collaboration aid in the implementation of Urban SDGs and the New Urban Agenda? Click on the link to… https://t.co/wt4PEqtpLN
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To our Muslim brothers and sisters, may this day bring you joy, happiness, peace and prosperity. Wishing you and yo… https://t.co/ftKjm2XaoE
Posted June 3 at 5:19am
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Posted May 31 at 8:04am
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The implementation of #Agenda2030 for #SustainableDevelopment, adopted in 2015 by the @UN General Assembly, is at t… https://t.co/Pcqbv2bjlS
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Posted May 28 at 11:44am
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Join @ArigatouGNRC Secretary General, Dr. Mustafa Y. Ali (@Mustafa_Y_Ali) as he moderates the second panel discussi… https://t.co/e5ywXxdXi5
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Posted May 28 at 9:01am
By Sadia Hussein @SadearH
Meetings are good, roundtables are nice, but cannot end violence against children. It takes everyone, a Nation and… https://t.co/jvEpHYLzmY
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Posted May 28 at 10:06am
By World Vision Kenya @WorldVisionKE
Thought provoking conversations at a roundtable discussion on nuturing #ValuesAndSpiritualityInChildren for the pre… https://t.co/W2Mzwhblmg
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Posted May 28 at 9:39am
By Sadia Hussein @SadearH
It's very unfortunate that FGM is linked to Islamic religion, how can cutting and stitching a girl be part of relig… https://t.co/HlxjiIlSIx
Posted May 28 at 9:46am
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With Ms. Maria Lucia Uribe (@marialuciauribe), Director, Arigatou International Geneva (@ArigatouGeneva) on identit… https://t.co/8sKj99c0ss
Posted May 28 at 9:42am
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Currently happening, "Roundtable Discussion on Nurturing Values and Spirituality in Early Childhood for the Prevent… https://t.co/85Ckk50sL3
Posted May 28 at 8:46am
By Arigatou - GNRC @ArigatouGNRC
"Violence in schools fail education." What are some of the solutions that can be implemented in your area to end co… https://t.co/XdJguNFfYQ
Posted May 28 at 8:14am
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#RT if you agree; "Children are human beings who need our full attention and engagement. Let us try to change the w… https://t.co/pj5lYGVDpQ

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Posted June 14 at 6:04am
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
As the world commemorates the World Day Against Child Labour this week, let us aim to raise awareness and activism to prevent child labour in any of its forms.

Let us strengthen our communities to foster worldwide movement against child labour which is a form of violence against children.

#EndChildViolence
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Posted June 10 at 12:49pm
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
The exploitation of children through any form of work that robs children off their childhood, interferes with their mental, physical or social development. As the world gears to commemorate the #WorldDayAgainstChildLabour, let us shun against such heinous practises and end violence against children.

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Posted June 10 at 7:46am
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
For the world to move forward, for friendship to last and for families to prosper, trust and faith must be at the core and the corner stone of every action. Without proper planning based on trust and faith, the world may lack cohesiveness and sustainability. Let us strive to promote a united and inclusive world!

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Posted June 6 at 9:32am
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
#ViolentExtremism is one of the challenges affecting the world’s children and youth. Today, many children and young people from @ArigatouGNRC Network, spread over 55 countries, are engaged with other community stakeholders to address violence against children and youth.

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Posted June 4 at 10:04pm
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
Can interfaith collaboration aid in the implementation of Urban SDGs and the New Urban Agenda? Click on the link to read more about GNRC Secretary General's engagement at the first UN-Habitat Assembly. >>https://bit.ly/2WF49ik >>

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Posted June 3 at 11:48pm
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To our Muslim brothers and sisters, may this day bring you joy, happiness, peace and prosperity. Wishing you and your families #Happy #EidMubarak

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Posted June 3 at 5:20am
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
GNRC’s grassroots efforts are inspired by diverse faith practices and a strong belief that every child is priceless in dignity and deserves to grow up safe and sound.

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Posted May 31 at 7:53am
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) form part of Agenda 2030 for the global sustainable development, a global agenda adopted in 2015 by the UN General Assembly, and which replaces the Millennium Development Goals.

The implementation of Agenda 2030 and its Sustainable Development Goals is at the core of Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)'s priority areas. We believe on the universal call to action to protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.

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Posted May 28 at 8:16am
By Global Network of Religions for Children (GNRC)
#RT if you agree;

"Children are human beings who need our full attention and engagement. Let us try to change the world's attitude and that of our own, from moving to thinking and talking to action." – H.R.H Prince El Hassan bin Talal, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

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GNRC 5th Forum Video:Ending Violence Against Children: Faith Communities in Action