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Commission Launches Second Annual Report

The Commission published its Second Annual Report, reaffirming the Church’s commitment to placing victims and survivors of abuse at the centre of its safeguarding mission and expanding the evidence base that guides reform. 

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Commission Concludes Autumn Plenary Assembly in Krakow

KRAKOW — The Commission concluded its Autumn Plenary Assembly on Friday after five days of “intensive dialogue, reflection, and strategic planning.” 

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Archbishop Verny in Krakow: The stakes are high for all in Safeguarding mission

The President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors opened the Autumn Plenary Assembly in Krakow, Poland on Tuesday September 30, with a clarion call for church leaders to redouble their commitment to every aspect of safeguarding

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President Verny Presents Commission’s Second Annual Report to Pope Leo XIV

Archbishop Thibault Verny was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV on Friday September 12th, marking the first official meeting between the President of the Commission and the Holy Father, following his appointment on July 15.

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Archbishop Verny Named New President of the Commission

Archbishop Thibault Verny of Chambéry, France, has been appointed by Pope Leo XIV as the new President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, succeeding Cardinal Seán O’Malley, OFM Cap., who has led the Commission since its foundation in 2014. 

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Episode V of Inside Safeguarding is now live.
This special edition marks the launch of the Commission’s Second Annual Report, offering a comprehensive look at the Church’s global progress in safeguarding.
Our guest, Nathan Leopold, Annual Report Associate, shares insights into this year’s findings and what they reveal about the Church’s journey toward accountability and reform.

🔗 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube

#TutelaMinorum #InsideSafeguarding #ChildProtection #ChurchReform #Transparency #Accountability #Safeguarding #AnnualReport

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Episode V of Inside Safeguarding is now live. This special edition marks the launch of the Commission’s Second Annual Report, offering a comprehensive look at the Church’s global progress in safeguarding. Our guest, Nathan Leopold, Annual Report Associate, shares insights into this year’s findings and what they reveal about the Church’s journey toward accountability and reform. 🔗 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube #TutelaMinorum #InsideSafeguarding #ChildProtection #ChurchReform #Transparency #Accountability #Safeguarding #AnnualReport

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“Healing begins when we listen."

From Spain comes a message of hope: survivors and safeguarding leaders remind us that true renewal in the Church begins with listening, truth-telling, and the courage to repair what has been broken. Their witness shows that healing and safeguarding grow together through honest dialogue and shared responsibility.

🔗 Read the full article at tutelaminorum.org

#TutelaMinorum #Safeguarding #ChildProtection #ChurchReform #Listening #Healing #Spain

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“Healing begins when we listen." From Spain comes a message of hope: survivors and safeguarding leaders remind us that true renewal in the Church begins with listening, truth-telling, and the courage to repair what has been broken. Their witness shows that healing and safeguarding grow together through honest dialogue and shared responsibility. 🔗 Read the full article at tutelaminorum.org #TutelaMinorum #Safeguarding #ChildProtection #ChurchReform #Listening #Healing #Spain

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📸 Day 1 — National Safeguarding Conference 2025 🇵🇭
A day to listen, share, and believe again in a Church that learns from pain and walks with hope.

Bishops, religious, and laypeople from across the country gathered to continue building a culture of protection, where every story counts and every voice matters.

💛 Thank you to everyone who makes this journey of care and commitment possible.

#NationalSafeguardingConference2025 #Safeguarding #TutelaMinorum #SafeChurch #Philippines

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📸 Day 1 — National Safeguarding Conference 2025 🇵🇭 A day to listen, share, and believe again in a Church that learns from pain and walks with hope. Bishops, religious, and laypeople from across the country gathered to continue building a culture of protection, where every story counts and every voice matters. 💛 Thank you to everyone who makes this journey of care and commitment possible. #NationalSafeguardingConference2025 #Safeguarding #TutelaMinorum #SafeChurch #Philippines

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🎥 Keynote at the National Safeguarding Conference 2025 🇵🇭

During the National Safeguarding Conference 2025, the Organizing Committee presented a special recognition to the Secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors for his invaluable insights and expertise, awarding him as Best Keynote Speaker for the plenary session “The Church’s Safeguarding Mission: A Shared Journey of Synodality, Solidarity, and Hope.”

Held at the West Class Conference Center, this gathering united all 87 diocesan and religious territories of the Philippines in a shared commitment to safeguarding, compassion, and hope.

#NSC2025 #Safeguarding #TutelaMinorum #ChurchProtection #Philippines

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🎥 Keynote at the National Safeguarding Conference 2025 🇵🇭 During the National Safeguarding Conference 2025, the Organizing Committee presented a special recognition to the Secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors for his invaluable insights and expertise, awarding him as Best Keynote Speaker for the plenary session “The Church’s Safeguarding Mission: A Shared Journey of Synodality, Solidarity, and Hope.” Held at the West Class Conference Center, this gathering united all 87 diocesan and religious territories of the Philippines in a shared commitment to safeguarding, compassion, and hope. #NSC2025 #Safeguarding #TutelaMinorum #ChurchProtection #Philippines

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Maud de Boer-Buquicchio speaking at today’s launch of the Commission’s second Annual Report on the importance of reliable data s#victims
#TutelaMinorum #AnnualReportII #Safeguarding #VictimsAndSurvivors #ChurchReform #ChildProtection #MaudBuquicchio

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Maud de Boer-Buquicchio speaking at today’s launch of the Commission’s second Annual Report on the importance of reliable data s#victims #TutelaMinorum #AnnualReportII #Safeguarding #VictimsAndSurvivors #ChurchReform #ChildProtection #MaudBuquicchio

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A reminder from Mons. Thibault Verny that safeguarding is not separate from the Church’s mission — it is the Church’s mission.

#TutelaMinorum #AnnualReportII #Safeguarding #VictimsAndSurvivors #ChurchReform #ChildProtection #MonsVerny

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A reminder from Mons. Thibault Verny that safeguarding is not separate from the Church’s mission — it is the Church’s mission. #TutelaMinorum #AnnualReportII #Safeguarding #VictimsAndSurvivors #ChurchReform #ChildProtection #MonsVerny

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In the fifth episode of Inside Safeguarding, we mark the launch of the Commission’s Second Annual Report with a special edition dedicated to its key findings and global impact. In this episode, William Roberts speaks with Nathan Leopold, the Commission’s Annual Report Associate, who offers an inside look at the process behind compiling the report, from data collection to survivor engagement, and reflects on what the results reveal about progress and challenges in safeguarding across the Church. Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings you monthly insights from global experts working to end abuse and promote a culture of accountability and care. For more information visit .

In the fifth episode of Inside Safeguarding, we mark the launch of the Commission’s Second Annual Report with a special edition dedicated to its key findings and global impact.


In this episode, William Roberts speaks with Nathan Leopold, the Commission’s Annual Report Associate, who offers an inside look at the process behind compiling the report, from data collection to survivor engagement, and reflects on what the results reveal about progress and challenges in safeguarding across the Church.


Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings you monthly insights from global experts working to end abuse and promote a culture of accountability and care.


For more information visit .

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Episode V: Launch of the II Annual Report with Nathan Leopold

National Safeguarding Conference 2025 – Day 1 Highlights 🇵🇭 The first day of the National Safeguarding Conference 2025 gathered bishops, religious, and lay representatives from all 87 diocesan territories of the Philippines, together with the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, to strengthen a shared commitment to building a culture of protection. The sessions reflected the spirit of collaboration, transparency, and accountability in safeguarding — reaffirming the Church’s mission to ensure that every environment is safe for minors and vulnerable persons. 🎥 This video summarizes the main moments and key reflections from Day 1. #NationalSafeguardingConference2025 #TutelaMinorum #Safeguarding #ChildProtection #SafeChurch #Synodality #Philippines

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2025 National Safeguarding Conference - Day 1

In this edition, we explore the Commission’s latest articles on safeguarding in canon law, Africa, India, and Ukraine. We also sit down with Archbishop Thibault Verny, the new President of the Commission, to hear his vision for the mandate ahead. Finally, we take a closer look at Section One of the Annual Report, which analyses safeguarding structures in episcopal conferences and religious institutes around the world. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

In this edition, we explore the Commission’s latest articles on safeguarding in canon law, Africa, India, and Ukraine. We also sit down with Archbishop Thibault Verny, the new President of the Commission, to hear his vision for the mandate ahead. Finally, we take a closer look at Section One of the Annual Report, which analyses safeguarding structures in episcopal conferences and religious institutes around the world.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

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Episode IV of Inside Safeguarding - Archbishop Thibault Verny

In the third episode of Inside Safeguarding, we sit down with Cardinal Seán O’Malley – former Archbishop of Boston and outgoing President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. In this reflective conversation, Cardinal O’Malley looks back on over a decade of global safeguarding leadership, sharing lessons learned, hopes for the Church’s ongoing reform, and the principles that must guide this work beyond any single figure. Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings 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 third episode of Inside Safeguarding, we sit down with Cardinal Seán O’Malley – former Archbishop of Boston and outgoing President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.


In this reflective conversation, Cardinal O’Malley looks back on over a decade of global safeguarding leadership, sharing lessons learned, hopes for the Church’s ongoing reform, and the principles that must guide this work beyond any single figure.


Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings you monthly insights from global experts working to end abuse and promote a culture of accountability and care.


For more information visit tutelaminorum.org

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Episode III of Inside Safeguarding - Cardinal Seán O’Malley

In the second episode of Inside Safeguarding, we sit down with Juan Carlos Cruz – international advocate, abuse survivor and member of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. In a wide-ranging conversation, Cruz reflects on his personal journey, the global progress made in safeguarding, and his hopes for a Church that listens with humility and acts with courage. Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings 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 second episode of Inside Safeguarding, we sit down with Juan Carlos Cruz – international advocate, abuse survivor and member of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.


In a wide-ranging conversation, Cruz reflects on his personal journey, the global progress made in safeguarding, and his hopes for a Church that listens with humility and acts with courage.


Hosted by William Roberts, Inside Safeguarding brings you monthly insights from global experts working to end abuse and promote a culture of accountability and care.


For more information visit tutelaminorum.org

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Episode II of Inside Safeguarding - Juan Carlos Cruz

This video is a heartfelt tribute to Cardinal Seán O’Malley for his dedicated service as President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. Cardinal Seán has been a global voice for safeguarding, championing a Church that listens, protects, and acts. Through his leadership, he has promoted zero tolerance for abuse, amplified survivor voices, supported vulnerable regions, and emphasized the need for transparency, accountability, and pastoral conversion across the Church. Thank you, Cardinal Seán, for your perseverance, service, and compassion. Your legacy will continue to guide the Church toward a safer future for all. #ThankYouCardinalSeán #Safeguarding #ChurchLeadership #ProtectionOfMinors #TutelaMinorum #ZeroTolerance #Accountability #ListeningChurch

This video is a heartfelt tribute to Cardinal Seán O’Malley for his dedicated service as President of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.

Cardinal Seán has been a global voice for safeguarding, championing a Church that listens, protects, and acts. Through his leadership, he has promoted zero tolerance for abuse, amplified survivor voices, supported vulnerable regions, and emphasized the need for transparency, accountability, and pastoral conversion across the Church.

Thank you, Cardinal Seán, for your perseverance, service, and compassion. Your legacy will continue to guide the Church toward a safer future for all.

#ThankYouCardinalSeán #Safeguarding #ChurchLeadership #ProtectionOfMinors #TutelaMinorum #ZeroTolerance #Accountability #ListeningChurch

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Thank You Cardinal Seán