
SOLWODI Update No. 218 – Kirchentag
Dear friends and supporters,
“Have courage, stand up” was the motto of the 104th German Catholic Convention, held May 13–17 in
Würzburg.

Dear friends and supporters,
“Have courage, stand up” was the motto of the 104th German Catholic Convention, held May 13–17 in
Würzburg.

As part of CJ/Loreto’s commitment to this year’s theme of Internationality, we were privileged to welcome Sr Imelda Poole CJ and Dr Mary McHugh into school on Tuesday 5 May 2026.

The RENATE Core Group are delighted to present two forthcoming online RENATE training sessions focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI),

In mid-April, SOLWODI attended an international conference in Paris marking the 10th anniversary of
France’s abolitionist law. Together with partner organizations from around the world,

During the month of March, Vatra’s five Mobile Units operated across the 5 regions of Albania:
Vlora, Berat, Durres, Fier, and Dibra, working persistently to identify and support people at risk and
potential victims of trafficking.


Human trafficking methods are becoming increasingly complex and sophisticated, while digital
technologies make it easier for perpetrators to operate. To identify emerging risks and better protect
those in vulnerable situations,

This joint civil society submission to the United Nations Universal Periodic Review assesses Ireland’s progress on human rights, with a particular focus on human trafficking and access to education.

RENATE Representative for Ireland, and newly appointed Core Group Member, Mr. Brian O’Toole shares his excellently collated report on this year’s RENATE Working Board Meeting,
In 2015, Pope Francis designated February 8 as the World Day of Prayer and
Reflection Against Human Trafficking. On this day, Christians around the world draw
attention to the consequences of “modern slavery” and unite in prayer with those
affected.

The first day of the RENATE Working Board meeting in Madrid is now well underway, offering a focused and insightful look at how human trafficking is being addressed across Spain.

RENATE, Religious in Europe Networking Against Trafficking and Exploitation, will present at the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) on Wednesday,