Vatican Report Calls for Swift Action Against Abusive Clergy

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors highlights transparency and victim compensation in its inaugural global assessment.

• The report emphasizes the need for the Catholic Church to expedite the removal of clergy accused of abuse and improve victim support.
• A major recommendation is greater transparency from the Vatican's Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, which handles abuse cases.
• The commission suggests establishing an ombudsman to ensure victims have access to information and receive appropriate reparations.
• Cultural and resource disparities globally hinder effective child protection measures, with significant challenges noted in regions like Mexico and Papua New Guinea.
• The report calls for a broader definition of 'vulnerable adults' to include religious sisters and seminarians in abuse prevention policies.

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