Pope Francis Calls for Universal Ban on Surrogacy, Citing Violation of Human Dignity

Pope Francis has expressed his strong opposition to surrogacy, calling for a worldwide ban on the practice, Aso Naija Reports.

In his New Year’s address to diplomats at the Vatican on January 8, 2024, the Pope described surrogate motherhood as a grave violation of the dignity of both the woman and the child involved.

The Pontiff emphasized the importance of respecting life and protecting the unborn child. He condemned the suppression of unborn life and the commodification of human beings. He specifically criticized surrogate motherhood, referring to it as a deplorable practice that exploits the vulnerable situations of women in need.

According to Pope Francis, a child is a precious gift and should never be treated as the subject of a commercial contract. He expressed his hope that the international community would work towards universally prohibiting surrogacy.

The Pope’s statements reflect his concerns about the ethical implications and potential harm associated with surrogacy arrangements, and his call for a ban aims to protect the dignity and well-being of women and children involved in these situations.”