Guests such as Nobel Peace Prize winner María Ressa and author Colum McCann attended the event, which was attended by 9,000 journalists from around the world.
Pope Francis called on Catholic journalists and communication experts to be brave tellers of the truth We are bearers of hope in a time marked by conflict, divisions and misinformation.
In his speech at the meeting Communication World Jubilee in RomeIn his speech at a meeting, the Pope called for stories that nourish life and give hope to be told. 9,000 journalists from all over the world.
Prominent guests attended the event. Nobel Prize winner Maria RessaHe spoke about his personal experience of persecution and emphasized the role of journalists in protecting democracy and truth. Author Colum McCann shared his ideas on the subject.The vital role of journalism in today’s world.
Addressing attendees at the Vatican on Saturday, Pope Francis underlined the power of hope in storytelling and appealed: “Let your narrative be a story of hope.” Pope’s message 59th World Social Communication Day He noted the challenges facing modern communications.
He reminded the audience of the sacrifices made by media professionals, noting that more than 120 journalists have lost their lives while covering conflicts in 2024. He also expressed concerns about its impact. warns against excessive scrolling on social media which he says causes “brain rot”.
Pope Francis concluded his message with a call to action, urging journalists and communicators to take action. narratives that inspire, heal and build bridges in a divided world.
