Description: (Italian Teacher and Author Who Founded the Focolare Movement)
Chiara Lubich, an Italian teacher and author, founded the Focolare Movement with the goal of promoting unity among people and universal family values. She challenged traditional female stereotypes in the 1940s, paving the way for women in society and the Roman Catholic Church. Lubich's contributions to ecumenical, interreligious, and intercultural dialogue were recognized with prestigious awards such as the UNESCO Prize for Peace Education and the Council of Europe Human Rights Award. Her work is characterized by its Gospel-based inspiration, universal outlook, and significant cultural and social influence.