Summary
Pope Leo XIV addressed the Organizing Committee of the initiative “From Crisis to Care: Catholic Action for Children” in the Vatican, expressing concern over the tragic realities facing children today. Addressing the global summit on children’s rights held last year, Pope Francis had called for safeguarding children’s rights, dignity, and well-being. The Catholic Action for Children Initiative aims to support Church leaders, communities, and partners with a public action plan to ensure that every child grows up in safe, nurturing family care supported by strong systems. Pope Leo emphasized the importance of addressing the “transversal needs” of children, calling for an integrated approach to their care, which involves various Church structures such as the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development and the Pontifical Academy for Life. He encouraged continued perseverance in light of discouragement, failure, or indifference, stressing the need to listen to children and ensure they receive holistic care including physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being.
Key Topics
Pope Leo XIV, Catholic Action for Children, Child rights
