Eileen DeGuire, the Legislative Director for the Franciscan Action Network came from Washington DC to discuss the 30-year legacy of the Beijing Declaration on gender equality, the significant role of faith-based organizations in advancing and defending women's rights, and the increasing global challenges faced by women's rights. Eileen shares insights on how faith organizations, including the multi-denominational Franciscan Action Network, are partnering with other groups to counteract setbacks, promote gender equality, and stay inspired in their work. They also discuss the perspectives of younger generations on politics and institutional faith, emphasizing the importance of listening, community support, and self-care in their advocacy efforts.
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