Paola Ugaz, the journalist behind the revelations of the largest violence scandal related to the Peruvian Church, harassed by the justice system but supported by Pope Leo XIV

In May 2025, journalist Paola Ugaz meets Pope Leon XIV at the Vatican, having previously reported on the Sodalicio scandal in Peru. Ugaz, who authored a groundbreaking book on the abuses within the Catholic Church, presents the Pope with a traditional Andean scarf. She believes the Pope's upcoming visit to Peru will be significant for the country, especially for victims of Sodalicio, who view him as an ally. Despite her contributions to investigative journalism, Ugaz continues to face harassment and legal threats for exposing these issues.