"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 …

Milestone in Pacific Islands safeguarding marked with Regional Seminary Workshop 

Milestone in Pacific Islands safeguarding marked with Regional Seminary Workshop 
Groundbreaking safeguarding workshop at the Pacific Regional Seminary marks pivotal shift toward stronger protections and open dialogue on abuse prevention.  FIJI — On 12th February the Pacific Regional Seminary (PRS) of Saint Peter Chanel hosted a two-day Safeguarding Formation Workshop, bringing together approximately 120 participants, including 100 seminarians from across the Pacific, faculty members, and diocesan personnel - marking a …

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 …

Boots hit the ground in Commission’s capacity building program, the Memorare Initiative

Boots hit the ground in Commission’s capacity building program, the Memorare Initiative
LIMA, Peru – The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors marked a significant milestone in its efforts across Latin America with the second regional meeting of Memorare Advisors on Feb. 28, 2025. The gathering took place during the 4th Latrin American Congress on the Protection of Minors, co-organized by CEPROME Latin American, PCPM, and the Peruvian Bishop’s Conference. The …
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