The seventh of our joint Conservative Ladies’ Breakfast, organised in cooperation with the Foundation for a Civic Hungary, once again brought together a diverse and inspiring group of women who actively shape our society through their roles in politics, culture, business, and public life. The gathering provided a welcoming and intellectually engaging environment, where participants could share their experiences, exchange ideas, and strengthen both professional and personal ties.
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Young Conservatives Debate Club – Discovering the Divine through Debate
The first Young Conservatives Debate Club was organized by the Christian Democratic Institute, Te Deum Youth Organization, and IKSZ.
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Pope Leo XIV. – a special introduction and summary of his first 100 days written by Sister Laura Baritz and Solène Tadie – a summary of the discussion during the 7th Conservative Ladies’ Breakfast
Pope Leo XIV is the first American pope, formed by Chicago roots, missionary years in Peru, and the Augustinian spirit of unity. He carries himself with quiet strength, preferring to build harmony rather than chase headlines. His motto, In Illo uno unum — “In the one Christ we are one” — captures his identity: a pastor who insists that real unity comes only from Christ.
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Conservative Ladies’ Breakfast – “Hungary and the New Pope”
The seventh of our joint Conservative Ladies’ Breakfast, organised in cooperation with the Foundation for a Civic Hungary, once again brought together a diverse and inspiring group of women who actively shape our society through their roles in politics, culture, business, and public life. The gathering provided a welcoming and intellectually engaging environment, where participants could share their experiences, exchange ideas, and strengthen both professional and personal ties.
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ADDRESS OF HIS HOLINESS POPE LEO XIV TO PARTICIPANTS IN THE SIXTEENTH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE INTERNATIONAL CATHOLIC LEGISLATORS NETWORK
Clementine Hall
Saturday, 23 August 2025
We begin with the same sign with which the Lord has given us life in Baptism: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Peace be with you.
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Tusványos 2025
The Bálványos Summer University and Student Camp – better known as Tusványos – has been a unique meeting point for over three decades. Held in the heart of Transylvania, it brings together Hungarian public life, conservative thought, and international political dialogue in a festival-like setting that combines intellectual depth with a free-spirited atmosphere. Tusványos holds a special place in Central European public discourse, offering a platform for meaningful discussions that transcend borders.
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Christian Democratic Leaders’ Roundtable in Brussels
The Christian Democratic Institute recently hosted two events in Brussels featuring Prof. Dr. Christiaan Alting von Geusau, President of the International Catholic Legislators’ Network. The discussions offered a timely opportunity to reflect on key questions shaping international political dynamics.
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CDI Hungary at CPAC Hungary 2025
CDI Hungary once again had its own stand at CPAC Hungary 2025, one of Europe’s leading conservative gatherings. The event brought together proponents of national sovereignty and freedom-oriented thought from across the globe.
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Remembrance of Vilma Hugonnai – Famous Women in the Hungarian and Austrian History
At our recent gathering at the Hungarian Embassy in Vienna, we paid tribute to one of the most remarkable female figures in Hungarian medical history: Countess Vilma Hugonnai, the first woman in Hungary to earn a medical degree.
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Bridging Cultures with Compassion: A Special Visit to the Páty Home for the Elderly
In a meaningful continuation of our commitment to intergenerational solidarity and cultural dialogue, the Hungarian Association of the Sovereign Order of Malta and the Christian Democratic Institute jointly organized a heartwarming visit to the Páty Home for the Elderly. This occasion was made all the more special by the presence of Her Excellency Ono Hikariko, Ambassador of Japan to Hungary.
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International Prayer Breakfast held at the Austrian National Assembly in Vienna
The CDI Hungary had the distinct honor of participating in the International Prayer Breakfast held at the Austrian National Assembly in Vienna.
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