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The Commission will launch its pilot Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding on October 29th at the Holy See Press Office.
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The publishing of the Annual Report was a request made by Pope Francis in 2022 to “furnish a reliable account on what is presently being done and what needs to change, so that competent authorities can act.” This reporting tool will aid the Church in offering victims and survivors an honest account of the progress in safeguarding procedures and protocols.
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Safeguarding Training Strengthens Myanmar Church Capacity Amid Ongoing Crisis
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YANGON, Myanmar — In a national context marked by conflict, displacement, natural disaster and ongoing humanitarian pressure, the Catholic Church in Myanmar has taken another step in strengthening its safeguarding work through a five-session Training of Trainers for diocesan safeguarding focal persons. The online programme, held from 20–25 April 2026, was delivered in close partnership between the Pontifical Commission for …
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Commission concludes Spring Plenary Assembly
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ROME — The Commission has concluded its Spring 2026 Plenary Assembly in Rome, marking five days of discussions centred on strengthening safeguarding practices, deepening engagement with victims and survivors, and advancing global guidelines for the protection of minors. The gathering brought together members and staff from across the world to assess current safeguarding efforts and identify priorities for the year …
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Commission Marks Day of the African Child with Online Forum on Children's Rights
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VATICAN CITY — An online forum organised by the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors brought together participants from across Africa and international partners on 16 June to mark the International Day of the African Child (DAC), this year coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising. The event was organised by Br. Fortune Chakasara, Regional Safeguarding Expert …
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commission attends global gathering of women religious in tanzania
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DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania — The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors took part in two sessions at the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation's Catholic Sisters Initiative Convening in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on 12 June, contributing to international discussions on safeguarding culture and presenting original research conducted in partnership with two leading organisations of women religious. The convening, held …
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