30 October – 2 November 2026 | Africama, Nairobi, Kenya From institutional commitments to a culture of protection, accountability and care The Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM) continues to advance its commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults through strengthened institutional structures, professional formation, policy development and collaborative initiatives across its provinces and apostolic works. These developments were highlighted during the 2026 JCAM Province Safeguarding Officers’ (PSOs) Conference, held at Africama under the theme “Safeguarding Strategic Plan: What

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way societies communicate, make decisions, provide services and respond to crises. For refugees and migrants, people who may already be exposed to conflict, displacement, discrimination, poverty and other forms of vulnerability, the implications of this technological transformation are particularly significant. More…

The Hekima University College – Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa (HUC–JCSA), through the Memorare Initiative of the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM), continues to strengthen safeguarding across the Church in Africa through collaborative consultation, capacity building, and institutional commitment. Memorare Initiative Launched in the Archdiocese of Mombasa The Memorare Initiative officially commenced in the Catholic Archdiocese of Mombasa, bringing together 25 key pastoral leaders and safeguarding personnel at the Archdiocesan Pastoral Centre. The consultation was led by

Safeguarding has become one of the most urgent priorities in the Church and society today. Across dioceses, religious congregations, educational institutions, and civil organisations, significant efforts have been made to create safer environments, particularly for children and vulnerable adults. These efforts are necessary, long overdue, and non-negotiable. Yet safeguarding also presents a difficult challenge that is often overlooked: How do we protect the vulnerable while ensuring justice for those who may be falsely accused? This important question was the focus

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how societies communicate, make decisions, and relate to one another. In a recent webinar on Safeguarding in the AI Era: Protecting Human Dignity in an Age of Intelligent Systems, Dr. Elias Mokua, SJ, examined this transformation through a safeguarding lens, emphasising the ethical, pastoral, and practical responsibilities that arise in a digital age. His central concern was clear: while AI offers immense potential, it also presents significant risks to human dignity,

Pope Leo XIV has reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s responsibility to safeguarding the vulnerable adults and minors, describing safeguarding as a defining measure of the Church’s moral integrity. His message was addressed to participants at the Second National Meeting of Local Representatives for the Protection of Minors and Vulnerable Adults, convened by the Italian Bishops’ Conference. At the centre of the Pope’s reflection is a clear assertion: the way the Church treats its most vulnerable members reveals the authenticity of its