Pope Francis in Lima condemns violence against women, cites 'macho mindset'

Pope Francis, during a speech in Lima's Plaza de Armas, criticized a 'persistent macho mindset' and condemned violence against women, also calling for greater participation of girls in society and the Church. The remarks are part of his broader social teachings but carry symbolic weight in Peru, a country with high rates of gender-based violence. The statement is unlikely to have immediate policy impact but reinforces the Vatican's stance on gender equality.

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