"In this month's newsletter we continue our safeguarding mission, confronting emerging challenges and celebrating significant strides in protection efforts. Pope Francis calls for clear regulations to govern the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need to ensure that human dignity remains at the heart of technological progress. In the Pacific Islands, a groundbreaking workshop at the Regional Seminary marks a pivotal shift toward stronger protections and open dialogue on abuse prevention. Similarly, in Uganda, safeguarding coordinators and seminary formators from AMECEA convene to strengthen safeguarding practices among teh next generation of church leaders. And finally, the Commission's Memorare Initiative puts boots on the ground across Latin America, empowering people and communities in safeguarding efforts."

Pope calls for clear regulations to govern AI 'Tsunami'

Pope calls for clear regulations to govern AI 'Tsunami'
Pope urges Latin American safeguarding congress in Peru to ensure human dignity remains at the heart of technological advances. In opening speech Commission Secretary Ali Herrera says we must work together to establish ethical standards and protective measures.  LIMA — In a special message to the IV Latin American Congress on "Artificial Intelligence and Safeguarding" underway in Lima, Peru, Pope …

First Ever Canon Law and Safeguarding Seminar in the Pacific 

First Ever Canon Law and Safeguarding Seminar in the Pacific 
SUVA, Fiji — More than 120 seminarians from across the Pacific gathered in Fiji for a three-day workshop aimed at strengthening understanding of Canon Law and safeguarding in the Church. The event was the first of its kind ever to be held at the Pacific Regional Seminary in Suva and was coordinated thanks to the Commission's Asia-Oceania Regional Group. It …

AMECEA Meets in uganda to build a new generation of safeguarding leaders

AMECEA Meets in uganda to build a new generation of safeguarding leaders
KAMPALA, Uganda — Safeguarding coordinators and seminary representatives from the member episcopal conferences of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) gathered in Uganda from February 17-21, 2025, to discuss the implementation of safeguarding recommendations within seminaries. The meeting focused on translating the insights gained from last year's capacity-building sessions into actionable steps for seminaries. Participants emphasized …

Memorare Initiative Brings Safeguarding Training to San Luis Potosí Province 

Memorare Initiative Brings Safeguarding Training to San Luis Potosí Province 
SAN LUIS POTOSÍ, Mexico — On Aug. 25 and 26, the Memorare Initiative of the Province of San Luis Potosí hosted a two-day safeguarding training programme for pastoral leaders, diocesan commissions, health workers, and priests from across the region. The event brought together representatives from the dioceses of San Luis Potosí, Ciudad Valles, Matehuala, and Zacatecas. The sessions were designed …
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