Thursday, 5 November 2026
Press Conference
10:30 (Arrival) 11:00-12:00 (Press Conference)
Sala Stampa della Santa Sede Via della Conciliazione 54, Vatican City Open in maps
Fifth Anniversary · Laudato Si' Action Platform
When Laudato Si' comes to life
Five years after its launch by the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, the Laudato Si' Action Platform has reached a moment of maturity. We will gather in Rome not only to reflect on what has been accomplished, but also help shape how the Church accompanies ecological conversion over the next five years.
Attendance is by personal invitation only and seating is limited.
Event at a glance
Where you need to be
Friday, 6 November 2026
Fifth Anniversary Celebration
8:30–19:30
Casa La Salle Via Aurelia 472, Rome Open in maps
Attendance
By personal invitation only. Seating is limited.
Both dates
Invited participants are welcome at both the press conference and the celebration.
Press Conference Access
No separate accreditation is required. Guests who selected the 5 November press conference in their registration form will be included on the guest list.
Livestream
To be confirmed.
Languages
To be confirmed.
Why we are gathering
Five years, and what comes next
Five years ago, the Laudato Si’ Action Platform set out to help Laudato Si’ move from the page into the life of the Church. Today, communities around the world are showing what that looks like—and what will help it take deeper root and endure. The next five years will focus on helping more dioceses and institutions move from initial commitment to sustained implementation, with particular attention to communities in the Global South and those facing barriers to access.
Programme
Five years of learning, discerning what comes next
An overview of 6 November. Times and speakers will be added here as they are confirmed. The anniversary gathering will bring together representatives from across our sectors, including Church leaders, organizational partners, and area experts to reflect on five years of progress and help shape the next chapter of the Laudato Si' Action Platform.
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08:30–09:15 Welcome to the Fifth Anniversary
Registration, welcome coffee, and time to reconnect with participants from around the world. The formal programme begins with a brief welcome, practical orientation, and opening prayer.
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09:15–09:35 Laudato Si’ After a Decade: What Has Changed in the Church?
A conversation reflecting on what has changed in the Church since Laudato Si’, what the first decade has taught us, and where the journey of ecological conversion stands today.
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09:40–11:25 Five Years In: What Actually Moves Institutions?
Participants from different sectors reflect on what helps communities move from intention to sustained action and where the greatest challenges remain. Followed by a coffee break.
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04
11:30–12:20 What Makes Community Transformation Last?
A conversation on how individual and institutional action can grow into stronger communities, deeper participation, and collective responses to ecological and social challenges.
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05
12:20–14:00 Artificial Intelligence and Integral Ecology: What Should the Church Build and Refuse?
An interactive session exploring how the Church might use artificial intelligence in service of integral ecology without sacrificing humanity, justice, participation, or care for creation. Participants will work in small groups and identify priorities to inform LSAP’s future work.
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06
14:00–15:00 Lunch & Fellowship
A shared lunch and time for conversation, connection, and exchange among participants.
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07
15:00–16:50 What We Must Build Together: The Road to 2031
An afternoon looking ahead: what needs to change within the Church, the launch of the Platform's 2027–2031 roadmap, and concrete commitments from different sectors. The session closes with a simple question: What do we do differently when we go home?
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16:50–19:15 From Rome to the World: Mass for Creation & Fifth Anniversary Aperitivo
We will walk together to the Basilica for the Mass for Creation, followed by a fifth-anniversary aperitivo, a final opportunity to celebrate, connect, and carry the journey forward.
Provisional programme, subject to change.
What we are launching
What you will be part of
Four things will be released on the day.
Five-Year Impact Report
Five-Year Impact Report: What communities achieved across the first five years of the Action Platform.
Global LSAP Map
Global Platform Map: An interactive view of participating communities around the world.
2027–2031 Roadmap
2027–2031 Roadmap: The next chapter of commitments and shared goals.
Low-connectivity resources
Low-connectivity resources: New offline-friendly materials for communities with limited internet access.
Plan your trip
Practical information
Everything confirmed participants need in order to get to Rome.
A limited number of rooms are available at Casa La Salle, the venue for the 6 November celebration. Participants can request the best available offer directly from Casa La Salle and complete their reservation and payment with the venue.
- Included
- Breakfast; further details to be confirmed.
- How to reserve
- To request a room, email info@casalasalle.it and include: that you are attending the Laudato Si’ Action Platform Fifth Anniversary, 5–6 November 2026; your full name and the name(s) of any additional guest(s); your arrival and departure dates; your preferred room type, if applicable (single, double or triple); any accessibility or other accommodation needs. Casa La Salle will reply directly with availability, their best available offer, and instructions to confirm the booking.
Casa La Salle is located on Via Aurelia 472, west of Vatican City, and is easily accessible by public transport.
- Fiumicino (FCO)
- Fiumicino Airport (FCO): The SIT Bus Shuttle has a stop at Circonvallazione Aurelia, approximately a 5-minute walk from Casa La Salle. Alternatively, the Leonardo Express connects Fiumicino Airport with Roma Termini in 32 minutes; from Termini, take Metro A toward Battistini and get off at Cornelia.
- Ciampino (CIA)
- Ciampino Airport (CIA): Several airport bus companies provide direct service to Roma Termini. From Termini, take Metro A toward Battistini and get off at Cornelia. Travel times vary according to service and traffic.
- Metro / bus / vehicle
- Metro: Cornelia (Metro A) is the nearest metro station to Casa La Salle. Official white taxis and ride-share services are also available from both airports. Care should be taken with private transfers, unless they are pre-arranged with official limousine service drivers (NCD), taken from the airport since other drivers may demand high payments in addition to the original price offered. Travel time can vary considerably depending on traffic, so we recommend allowing extra time.
- Sala Stampa
- Holy See Press Office: For the 5 November press conference, take Metro A to Ottaviano, then walk approximately 10–15 minutes to the Holy See Press Office at Via della Conciliazione 54.
- Maps
- Venue links are in the Event at a glance section above.
As a general policy, the Laudato Si’ Action Platform is unable to cover travel or accommodation expenses unless support has been agreed directly with you in writing.
- Covered by the Platform
- Programme, materials, and shared lunch on 6 November.
- Participant responsibility
- Flights, local transportation, accommodation, and other meals, unless otherwise agreed directly with the Platform.
Before you arrive
Your checklist
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Downloadable programme · Venue map · Calendar file (.ics) · Contact number for event days
Good to know
Rome and Vatican etiquette
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Dress
Professional or clerical dress is recommended for the 5 November press conference. If you plan to visit St. Peter’s Basilica or other Vatican sacred spaces, shoulders and knees should be covered. The Vatican’s official visitor guidance specifically requires appropriate dress for the Basilica and other Vatican sites.
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Security
Security screening applies at the Holy See Press Office. No passport is required for entry to the press conference. Please allow extra time and travel light. Other Vatican sites or activities may have separate identification and security requirements.
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Photography
Photography guidelines for the press conference and Mass will be shared once confirmed. Photography will generally be possible during the 6 November gathering.
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Press conference access:
Guests who selected the 5 November press conference in their registration form will be included on the guest list.
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Arrival
If you are attending on 5 November, please arrive at the Holy See Press Office by 10:30. We will gather there and enter together before the press conference begins at 11:00. On November 6, please plan to arrive at Casa La Salle by 8:30 for registration and welcome coffee. The programme begins at 9:00.
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Identification
A passport is not required for entry to the press conference. Please note that your hotel may have its own identification requirements for check-in.
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Mass for Creation
All participants are warmly welcome to attend, regardless of religious tradition.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
01 What costs are covered by the Laudato Si’ Action Platform?
As a general policy, the Platform is unable to cover travel or accommodation expenses unless support has been agreed with you directly in writing. The programme, event materials, and shared lunch on 6 November are covered by the Platform.
02 How do I arrange accommodation?
A limited number of rooms are available at Casa La Salle. To request availability and the best available rate, contact info@casalasalle.it directly and mention that you are attending the Laudato Si’ Action Platform Fifth Anniversary, 5–6 November 2026. Include your name, dates of stay, number of guests, and preferred room type. Payment is made directly to Casa La Salle unless the Laudato Si' Action Platform team has agreed otherwise with you.
03 Can I attend only one of the two days?
Yes. Please indicate in your registration whether you will attend the 5 November press conference, the 6 November celebration, or both, so we can plan appropriately.
04 Is this invitation transferable?
Not automatically. If you cannot attend and someone else from your institution should take your place, write to us at anniversary@laudatosiactionplatform.org so we can update the list.
05 Do I need separate accreditation for the 5 November press conference?
No. Guests who selected the 5 November press conference in their registration form will be included on the press conference guest list.
06 Can I bring a colleague or another guest?
Invitations are personal and seating is limited. Please contact anniversary@laudatosiactionplatform.org before inviting an additional person, and we will confirm whether space is available.
07 Can someone attend in my place?
Invitations are not automatically transferable. If you are unable to attend and would like to propose another representative from your organization, please contact us first at anniversary@laudatosiactionplatform.org.
08 What if I have not yet confirmed my attendance?
Please complete the attendance form as soon as possible. If you are responding after the original deadline, we will accommodate you where space and event arrangements still allow.
09 Will interpretation be available?
Yes. Interpretation is planned for the gathering. The final languages and practical details will be published here once confirmed.
10 Is my participation confirmed?
If you submitted the attendance form and indicated that you expect to attend, we have your response on our participant list and no additional registration is required at this time. We’ll continue to share programme and logistical updates by email and on this page.
11 What if I have dietary, accessibility, or other special requirements?
Please let us know as early as possible by writing to the anniversary team at anniversary@laudatosiactionplatform.org so we can coordinate with the venue.
12 Who should I contact if my plans change or I have a question?
Please write to anniversary@laudatosiactionplatform.org as soon as possible. Early notice is especially helpful because seating is limited and many arrangements depend on confirmed attendance.
Questions?
This page will be updated as additional programme and logistical information becomes available. If your plans change, please write to us as early as you can — invitations are personal and seating is limited.