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Vatican gives Commission new Statutes, Pope approves three year trial
VATICAN CITY — The Holy See today published the revised Statutes of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, updating the body’s mandate, structure and working methods more than a decade after its founding document was first issued.
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Today, the Holy See published the revised Statutes of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, marking a new chapter in the Church`s safeguarding mission.
Approved by Pope Leo XIV (@pontifex ) on an ad experimentum basis for three years, the new Statutes clarify the Commission`s mandate and its working relationship with the Dicasteries of the Roman Curia, while reaffirming its core task: helping local Churches build safe, accessible reporting systems for victims and survivors worldwide.
A moment of renewed commitment, and a step forward in the ongoing journey of listening, learning and protection.
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The revised Statutes for the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, approved by Pope Leo XIV (@pontifex) via the Holy See ad experimentum for three years.
The key changes include:
-Closer institutional ties with the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, with the Commission`s President or Secretary now sitting as DDF members, and DDF officials joining as observers at Plenary Assemblies.
-New powers to submit direct assessments to competent Dicasteries where local safeguarding systems show repeated violations or serious shortcomings.
-A more rigorous Annual Report framework, distinguishing verified policies, declared practices, information received, systemic issues and recommendations.
-Continued and reenforced support for local reporting systems and listening centres across the globe.
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Mgr Thibault Verny, président de la Commission pontificale pour la protection des mineurs, à propos de la publication aujourd`hui des Statuts révisés de la Commission.
"Ils traduisent une écoute, celle des victimes et survivants, des experts en sauvegarde, et de l`expérience des Églises locales, et réaffirment que la sauvegarde demeure une priorité centrale."
Les nouveaux Statuts, approuvés par le pape Léon XIV (@pontifex ) ad experimentum pour une durée de trois ans, définissent un mandat plus clair pour l`action de la Commission auprès des Dicastères de la Curie romaine, au service de la sauvegarde dans l`ensemble de l`Église universelle.
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Archbishop Thibault Verny, President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, on today`s publication of the Commission`s revised Statutes.
"They reflect listening, to victims and survivors, to safeguarding experts, and to the experience of local Churches, and reaffirm that safeguarding remains a central priority."
The new Statutes, approved by Pope Leo XIV (@pontifex ) on an ad experimentum basis for three years, set out a clearer mandate for the Commission`s work alongside the Dicasteries of the Roman Curia in service of safeguarding across the global Church.
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As the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation`s (@hiltonfoundation) convening in Tanzania draws to a close, we`re reflecting on two days of rich exchange on safeguarding in consecrated life, and what it means for the road ahead.
These conversations on culture, accountability, and the lived experience of women religious, are part of a much wider global effort, one shared by partners like UISG (@uisg_superiorsgeneral) and the Pontifical Gregorian University (@unigregoriana). That same spirit will be at the heart of our II Annual Encounter on Abuse Prevention in Consecrated Life this December in Rome.
"Communion, Care and Justice: Mutual Relations for Shared Mission" will bring together Bishops, Major Superiors, and experts from across the world, 9 to 11 December 2026.
Registrations currently open, visit tutelaminorum.va
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Tutela Minorum was represented this week at the Hilton Convening in Tanzania, where Commission Secretary Mons. Alí Herrera and Regional Expert Claudia Giampietro took part in two sessions.
Mons. Alí joined the panel "Beyond Compliance: Fostering a Safeguarding Culture for All," alongside speakers from the Dicastery for Evangelization, the Pontifical Gregorian University, and the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life, among others.
Claudia Giampietro presented the Commission`s joint research with UISG and CARA on good practices in safeguarding among women religious, in a study and table discussion session that also featured findings from Sankofa Consulting and Sankofa Africa.
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Inside Safeguarding is the official podcast of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. Here we bring you monthly insights from global experts working to end abuse and promote a culture of accountability and care. For more information visit tutelaminorum.org
In the eleventh episode of Inside Safeguarding, William Roberts guides listeners through the latest developments from the Commission, as safeguarding efforts take shape through international travel, regional partnerships, and the growing momentum towards the Third Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding, due for publication in October 2026.
This episode spans engagements in Germany, Peru, Latin America, the Philippines, and Poland, where Commission staff and members have been meeting with religious leaders, episcopal bodies, and safeguarding practitioners to strengthen collaboration and deepen the culture of care across the Church.
In conversation with Sister Mary Niluka Perera, Commission member and Congregational Safeguarding Delegate of the Congregation of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd, and Monsignor Robert J. Vitillo, Secretary General of the International Catholic Migration Commission and fellow Commission member, the discussion turns to the Catholic Action for Children Initiative, exploring the realities facing vulnerable children today, the concept of a transversal approach to care in the face of compounding global crises, and the challenge of moving from broad commitments to effective, coordinated action on the ground.
Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings you monthly conversations and reflections from those working at the forefront of safeguarding, following the ongoing effort to strengthen accountability, protection, and care across the Church.
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