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STWS 2025
June 12 - June 13
Creative Leadership for Social Impact and Dialogue
12 & 13 June | Pontifical Urbaniana University, Grand Hall
Shape the World Summit 2025 marks the 20th Summit organised in Asia since 2005. Now for the first time in Europe.
This transformative gathering will provide unique opportunities for meaningful discussions on economic inclusion, AI-driven change, and interfaith collaboration.
Event Partners
This is an event for Impact leaders in Business, Philanthropy, and Social Impact. We shall also launch a large social impact capital initiative in London where social enterprises can gain access to good and verifiable capital and capabilities to multiply their impact for good.
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Though launched in Singapore, our event is inspired by Chiara Lubich, UNESCO peace prize laureate, who envisioned, in 1991, in Sao Paolo, Brazil, a new generation of companies – profitable yet committed to the common good – known as the Economy of Communion.
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To celebrate our 20th edition, we are returning to Italy during the Catholic Church’s Great Jubilee of Hope.
Our event has featured influential leaders of change such as Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg and Temasek Holdings Chairman Lim Boon Heng.
Join us and connect with 200 changemakers from across the globe
Speakers
Singapore
Lawrence Chong
Group CEO, Consulus
Vatican City
Cardinal L. A. Tagle
Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization
Singapore
Amb. Janet Ang
Singapore’s Non-Resident Ambassador to the Holy See
France
Prof. Anouk Grevin
Associate Professor of Management Sciences at Nantes University and the Global Moderator for the Economy of Communion International
USA
Hon. James P. Moore
Founder and CEO,
Washington Institute
France
Dr. Tony Nader
Global Leader of Transcendental Meditation Organizations, President of Maharishi International University, USA
Taiwan
Dr. Rey-Sheng Her
Deputy CEO, Tzu Chi Foundation & Advocator of Economy of Goodness
Sri Lanka
Msgr. Indunil J. Kodithuwakku
Secretary of the Vatican Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue
USA
Jim Funk
Global Fellow for Leadership, Consulus
Ireland
Professor Declan O’Byrne
Rector, Sophia University Institute
USA
Dr. Brian Grim
Founding President, Religious Freedom & Business Foundation
Philippines
Fr. Andrew Recepción
Associate Professor, Gregoriana University
Italy
Chiara Aluffi Pentini
Marketing & Fundraising Director, UNICEF Italy
Italy
Roberta Pirone
Founder of Ruote a spasso APS
Italy
Andrea Montanino
Chief Economist and Director for Sectoral Strategies and Impact Assessment, Cassa Depositi e Prestiti
Italy
Gladys H. Morales Guevara
Global Head of Innovation, Office of Development Effectiveness, IFAD
Italy
Davide Bergami
Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for Economic and Financial Affairs
Singapore
Don Basil Kannangara
Founder, Being Bridges
Singapore
Ar. Kuan Chee Yung
Managing Director for Consulus Consulting
Romania
Cristi Buceceanu
Moderator, Consulus Europe
USA
Benjamin Olsen
AI Compliance Leader, Microsoft
Singapore
Edmund Twohill
Executive Director/Co-Founder, ImpactSG
United Kingdom
Oliver Pawle
Chairman, Board & CEO Services, Korn Ferry
Spain
Federico Vescovini
President, Nuova Global Foundation
Japan
Rev. Dr. Yoshinori Shinohara
Secretary General of Religions for Peace Asia
New Zealand
Pamela Suen
Global Director,
Shape the World Xperiences, Consulus
USA
Patrick Harvey
Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom
Exclusive Gala Reception on a terrace with
breathtaking view of the Vatican – C.I.A.M., Rome
“It brought together visionary leaders, innovators, and change makers from around the globe to share insights and drive meaningful impact. The sessions were thought-provoking, the networking was invaluable, and the energy was truly electrifying.”
Adil Mcword
Participant of Shape the World Summit 2024
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Our guest list include faith-based business leaders, philanthropies, private equity, family offices, impact enterprise, social enterprise, non-profit, universities
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Ticket options
Click the button below to purchase your tickets. All prices are in Euro, for online payment only.
Summit Day 1
€600 €450
Venue: Urbaniana University
Day pass for the Shape of World Summit on June 12th. This option does not include access to the gala reception at a venue overlooking St. Peter’s Square.
Summit Day 1 + Gala
€750
Venue: Urbaniana University, Rome, Vatican City
Shape the World Summit with Gala Reception on June 12th. This option includes access to the gala reception at a venue overlooking St. Peter’s Square.
2-Days Summit + Social Impact Pathways
€1000
Venue: Urbaniana University, Rome, Vatican City
Enjoy the full conference experience. This option includes the Shape the World Summit with a gala reception at a venue overlooking St. Peter’s Square. On Day 2, participants will explore various locations within the Vatican, immersing themselves in social impact projects known as Social Impact Pathways.
Special rates apply to support the local community of Rome/Italy. Please enquire about: Quynh Anh Ly quynhanhly@consulus.com
EoC Conference (without stay)
€50
Venue: Castel Gandolfo
Your ticket to the Economy of Communion (EoC) Assembly on June 11th at Centro Mariapoli.
EoC Conference (with stay)
€200
Venue: Castel Gandolfo
Your ticket to the Economy of Communion (EoC) Assembly on June 11th includes a one-night stay at Centro Mariapoli on the night of June 10th, dinner on June 11th, as well as transportation to Rome for the Summit.
Other options and accommodation available
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Shape the World Summit 2025
Pontifical Urbaniana University, Grand Hall, Rome
Via Urbano VIII, 16, 00165 Roma RM, Italy