Pope Leo Urges Peru to Confront Violence Against Women and AbusePope Leo Calls Peru to Protect Women and Abuse SurvivorsLeo Appeals to Christian Dignity in Peru’s Fight Against Abuse
On November 12 in Lima, Pope Leo XIV called for women to be respected and protected and urged Peru’s bishops to address clergy sexual abuse with truth and justice. His visit followed a welcome that drew an estimated 3 million people.On November 12 in Lima, Pope Leo XIV condemned violence against women and urged Peru’s Catholic leaders to pursue truth and justice in clergy abuse cases. His return drew an estimated 3 million people.On November 12 in Lima, Pope Leo XIV invoked the equal dignity of women and men as he condemned violence against women and urged bishops to address clergy abuse with justice. Millions had welcomed him back to Peru.