Catholics in Sri Lanka marked the 60th World Social Communications Day with a celebration highlighting responsible communication, human dignity, and the ethical use of digital technology in an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.
The Catholic Diocese of Barishal in southern Bangladesh observed the 60th World Communications Day on May 16 under the theme “Preserving Human Voices and Faces,” bringing together 53 participants from youth and student organizations.
As the Catholic Church observed the 60th World Day of Social Communications on May 17, Leo XIV urged Catholics to ensure that technological progress and digital communication remain grounded in respect for human dignity and truth.
The Catholic Church in Pakistan marked the 60th World Communications Day on May 15 with a conference in Lahore, northeastern Pakistan, highlighting the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence and digital media.