Fundación De Mujer a Mujer has concluded its eighth international women's congress in Juan Dolio, bringing together female leaders from five countries.
The two-day conference ran under the theme "Reborn to Fly: Healing, Restoration, Activation" and was presided over by Dominican journalist and writer Jacqueline Tineo. Delegates gathered to participate in spiritual growth, emotional restoration, and leadership training.
Participants traveled to the Caribbean coastal town from the Dominican Republic, the United States, Honduras, Peru, and Puerto Rico. Organizers designed the event to reaffirm the foundation's commitment to the integral development of women and the strengthening of families.
Honors and ALAS Awards
The international gathering opened with a formal Dinner in White and the presentation of the ALAS Awards ceremony. The foundation bestows the honors to recognize women for their extraordinary professional trajectory, dedicated service, and positive social impact.
Three women received the ALAS Award and were officially proclaimed Ambassadors of Hope during the ceremony. The honorees were international singer and speaker Rosa Karina, singer, worshiper, and speaker Keren Montero, and community leader Alba Neris Tineo.
Alba Neris Tineo was recognized specifically for her spirit of service, solidarity, and commitment to supporting local families and communities. Both Rosa Karina and Keren Montero also delivered special musical and worship presentations that filled the venue with messages of hope.
Dominican communicator Jatnna Tavárez received a major distinction during the opening proceedings. The organization named her National and International Godmother of Fundación De Mujer a Mujer in recognition of her prominent career and ongoing support for initiatives promoting women's dignity, welfare, and leadership.
Lectures and Panel Discussions
The academic agenda featured presentations from prominent national and international female speakers. The roster of experts included Doris Cáceres, Dr. Bellamire Alevante Taveras, Carmen Guillén, and Estela Brioso Mejía.
The speakers shared practical teachings focused on emotional healing, personal restoration, female leadership strategies, life purpose, and spiritual development. Attendees participated in interactive workshops designed to foster personal empowerment.
A central highlight of the conference was a panel discussion titled "Wounds, Processes, and Restoration." The session featured Shanilis Ortiz, Cindy Martínez, Gisela Eusebio, and Pastor Julia González, widow of Andino.
The panelists shared personal life experiences and testimonies of overcoming hardship. Their discussions were structured to inspire participants to believe that emotional healing, personal restoration, and beginning a new chapter are always possible.
Community Programs and Leadership Vision
During the convention, representatives presented the social programs developed by Fundación De Mujer a Mujer to support vulnerable populations. The foundation operates humanitarian and educational projects across the Dominican Republic and within Dominican communities in the United States.
These community programs focus on aiding survivors of domestic violence, supporting low-income families, and assisting children. The organization carries out its mission through professional counseling, educational training, leadership development, and direct community service.
Jacqueline Tineo, president and founder of Fundación De Mujer a Mujer, spoke about the deeper purpose behind the event. She stated that the congress represents far more than an annual organization activity.
Tineo said every woman possesses wings to rise again after experiencing hardship. She noted that the foundation's goal is to accompany women through their process of healing, restoration, and activation, adding that God transforms pain into purpose and always provides a new opportunity to be reborn and fly again.
Closing Ceremony on the Beach
The eighth international congress concluded with a spiritual sending-off ceremony held along the beach in Juan Dolio. Delegates gathered on the shore to participate in a symbolic prophetic act.
During the beach activity, each participant wrote down on paper the specific emotional burdens, wounds, fears, or bonds that had constrained her life. In a collective act of faith, the women burned the papers to symbolize leaving past pain behind.
Following the burning of the notes, participants launched white balloons into the sky. Organizers stated that the releasing of the balloons represented a flight toward a renewed life, symbolizing peace, freedom, hope, and a renewed commitment to walk with purpose.
Foundation Background and Regional Context
Fundación De Mujer a Mujer, known by the acronym FUDMAM, is a non-profit organization focused on promoting the comprehensive development of women and family stability. It operates through counseling, training, leadership programs, social assistance, and spiritual guidance.
The organization serves communities both within the Dominican Republic and across the international diaspora. Through partnerships with regional leaders and volunteers, FUDMAM works to improve living conditions for vulnerable women and families.
Juan Dolio, located in the San Pedro de Macorís province along the Caribbean coast of the Dominican Republic, is a well-known beach resort destination. Its proximity to Santo Domingo makes it a frequent site for international conventions and retreat gatherings.
At the conclusion of the event, foundation organizers expressed appreciation to the speakers, panel members, sponsors, collaborators, volunteers, media outlets, and attendees. They stated that the successful gathering consolidated the congress as one of the premier international events for women's development in the country.
