First up in this new series of Plenary Matters, Geraldine speaks with Fr Hans Zollner, a world expert in the safeguarding and protection of children and adults at risk. He’s been speaking in Australia and New Zealand on the progress made in the Catholic Church, including the leading role of women, as well as the new global and pastoral frontlines of safeguarding.

Change in the church ‘doesn't come like a miracle,’ says Zollner. ‘We need to work constantly in dissemination and in education of people who are committed to safeguarding.’

Don't miss this conversation with a true change agent in the church.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Interview with Archbishop Ryan Jimenez at the synod in Rome
• Pope Francis appoints Sr Simona Brambilla as Vatican’s first female prefect

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