Sant'Egidio youth meet in Assisi to discuss changing the world

Young people from the Community of Sant'Egidio met with youth from city streets at the eighth Forum in Assisi to discuss changing the world.

The participants joined the International Meeting of Religious Leaders for Peace to address global issues including war, conflict, and climate, social, and health crises. Anna De Marchi of Giovani per la pace Italia stated that young people are often viewed as indifferent or pessimistic, but they are now expressing a protest against a sense of helplessness. She noted that constant tragic events and political discourse can spread a sense of resignation and cynicism.

The group discussed the vulnerability of the world and the need for change, referencing Pope Francis's statement that the world can only change if young people begin to move forward.