Man is the primary and fundamental way for the Church
Man is the primary and fundamental way for the Church
— John Paul II, Redemptor Hominis, 1979
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NEWS
News
Our scholarship recipients have shared their extraordinary story in the media
Discover the story of our scholarship recipients. Thanks to the courtesy of OSV News, we publish a text in which they share their testimony of how our Foundation has transformed their lives.
September 8, 2026
Event
The 45th Anniversary of Our Foundation Is Approaching. Pope Leo XIV Will Take Part in the Jubilee
We already know the programme for the 45th‑anniversary celebrations of our Foundation, to be held in Rome from 19 to 22 October 2026. Pope Leo XIV will take part in the Jubilee.
September 8, 2026
Event
The 45th Anniversary of Our Foundation Is Approaching. Pope Leo XIV Will Take Part in the Jubilee
September 8, 2026
News
The Chapter of the “Premio San Giovanni Paolo II” Prize Awarded by Our Foundation Met in Rome
Today, at the headquarters of our Foundation in Rome, the Chapter of the Vatican Prize “Premio San Giovanni Paolo II” met and selected the winner of the next edition.
September 7, 2026
A person cannot fully find themselves except through a sincere gift of self.
John Paul II, Redemptor Hominis, 1979
LIBRARY
Explore our collection of articles, essays and interviews on the legacy of St John Paul II, Christian culture and the Church’s dialogue with the modern world.
PREMIO SAN GIOVANNI PAOLO II
The Premio San Giovanni Paolo II inspires action and holiness. In the spirit of John Paul II, it supports Christian values and helps make the world a better place.
The Premio San Giovanni Paolo II was established ‘to promote knowledge of the thought and work of John Paul II and of his influence on the life of the Church and society’, and to recognise individuals, organisations and initiatives that draw inspiration from the teaching of St John Paul II in their academic, cultural and social activities. The prize honours those who, through their work, continue his legacy and translate the values he proclaimed into concrete action in the Church and in the world.
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scholarship holders
We have educated over a thousand master’s graduates and several dozen doctoral graduates.
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Every year we award a total of half a million euros in support for students, enabling them to grow and continue their studies in various countries.
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years of activity
We have been carrying out our mission continuously since 1981.
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