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Peggy FEEHAN is the executive director of CODOFIL in LAFAYETTE. Firmly committed to promoting the Francophonie, in collaboration with the Centre des francophonies des Amériques, she is also a member of the board of directors. She plays an important role in promoting the French language in LOUISIANA and helps to raise awareness of this community within international bodies. Peggy participated in the events organized from October 2 to 6, in Villers-Cotterêts and in Paris, on the occasion of the International Summit of the Francophonie / Interview with Jean-Claude MAIRAL, co-president of I-Dialogos / updated on January 6, 2025

On October 9, the 3rd Edition of the Colloquium on Media and Information Education was held in MONTREAL. It was organized by Patrick White of the UQAM Media School and Marc Pinelli of the Globe-Reporters Association and the I-Dialogos Think Tank. More than a dozen panelists presented their work at the Judith Jasmin Pavilion of the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) with speakers from Quebec, France and private survey organizations, as well as EMI training centers in Yaoundé (Cameroon) and Tananarive (Madagascar). Paris, November 20, 2024.

Viewed from Casablanca, Tunis, Tripoli, Cairo, Khartoum, Riyadh or even from certain districts of Paris, London or Rome, the biased analyses of what is happening in Gaza broadcast by the major international media platforms have the same effect as each aggression carried out by the war machine of the government of Benjamin Netanyahu and its religious and far-right allies against the Palestinian people. It is clear that the majority of Western media ignore the most basic rules of journalism. / Correspondence from the famous Moroccan journalist, Taieb CHADI / Casablanca, October 8, 2024

Mayotte is dramatically at the heart of the news again. It is high time to open our eyes to the tremendous potential of the overseas territories and the Francophonie for France. The interview I conducted with Bruno Girard, from the University of Mayotte on April 17, allows us to understand the situation of the island, its challenges, its potential and the projects and development paths to be implemented. I hope that I will soon be able, when communications are restored, to express our gratitude to him for his thoughts, which with the tragedy suffered by the inhabitants, are very relevant for the future, once reconstruction has begun. Jean-Claude Mairal, November 2, 2024

"I came here to assure you of one thing, that we will win and that our victory will be total. What is happening is not a clash of civilizations, but a war between barbarism and civilization." These terrifying statements made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu before the American Congress on July 24, 2024, about the situation in a region that saw the emergence of the Jewish, Christian and Muslim religions, particularly shocked Miario CHIARO, director of the Italian Catholic magazine "Testimoni". Bologna / October 17, 2024 / In Lab politiche et culture.

For 24 years, Allier, supported by the Association Pays d'Allier-Uvurkhangaï (APAU), has been engaged in a partnership with the Mongolian province of Uvurkhangaï. A cooperation in which the Francophonie is not forgotten. The fact that a department of 335,000 inhabitants has been decorated with the highest distinction of the Mongolian Republic could only lead us to meet the protagonists of this cooperation, Véronique Hérupé, in charge of international cooperation at the Allier Departmental Council, and Fabrice Dubusset, director at the Compagnie Processus zèbre, partner of this cooperation / 22.11.2024

India, which is also one of the fastest growing economies, has reduced greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 35% compared to 2005 levels, and increased the share of electricity produced from non-fossil fuel sources to 40% by 2030 and even well before. But India also remains highly vulnerable to climate change. More than 80% of its population lives in risk areas. Rising temperatures and natural upheavals are leading to major crises affecting livelihoods and food security, while socio-economic disparities are still very high. / Augustin Brutus JAYKUMAR, Pondicherry, September 25, 2024

As long as African elites do not send an image worthy of respect, they will continue to suffer the condescension of other international actors, whether Western or not. The Chinese, Russians, Turks, Iranians or Indians could reproduce the same attitudes towards Africa if these leadership inconsistencies persist. The Sahel countries must finally question themselves on the form of democracy best adapted to their realities. Imported models, often imposed without reflection on African specificities, only serve to mask the true essence of democracy. / Abdoulahi ATTAYOUB, Agadez (Niger)-Lyon (France), January 15, 2025

The future of Humanity lies in knowledge, respect and listening to others. This is the path of dialogue between cultures and peoples. It is the path of trust in the strengths and intelligence of citizens to build a common human world. Vichy (France). January 15, 2025

For this famous British journalist, social media has put traditional media under terrible pressure. "I don't think their attitude towards Congolese leaders has been characterised by great respect. It is embarrassing to see journalists, academics and intellectuals becoming the new censors of our time. The level of moral and intellectual cowardice is breathtaking." And this is not limited to Rwanda alone, about which Michela Wrong has just published a remarkable and courageous investigation. Her book "Assassins Without Borders" was described by the Financial Times and The Economist as one of the best investigative books of the year. Interview. London, updated 1 December 2024.

This March 26 evening, in Belém, Chief RAONI, leader of the Brazilian Kayapo people has just been elevated to the rank of officer of the Legion of Honor by President MACRON with President LULA. A highly symbolic moment for the global icon of the defense of the Amazon. Leader Raoni had been at Lula's side for his inauguration ceremony upon his return to power last year. The I-dialogos Think Tank, which was recently received by the Brazilian Ambassador to France, intends to strengthen its links with Brazil and Guyana and thus help to develop cooperation projects, in connection with Planète Jeunes Reporters. / JC Mairal, March 27, 2024.

La République Démocratique du Congo (RDC) est confrontée à des défis existentiels, exacerbés par des forces internationales qui redessinent les rapports de pouvoir. Dans ce contexte, l’avènement de la présidence Trump et les changements géopolitiques globaux offrent une opportunité unique pour que la RDC puisse redéfinir sa trajectoire et tirer son épingle du jeu. L’urgence est palpable : ceux qui nourrissent l’agenda de la balkanisation du Congo exploitent le temps à leur avantage, tandis que de criminels groupes armés comme le M23, appuyé par le Rwanda, continuent de gagner du terrain avec le quasi soutien financier de l'Union européenne. / Tina MWANGLU. 15 janvier 2025