Vatican names first laywoman to head communications

Vanguard News | 02-11-2026 02:30pm |

The Vatican has appointed 39-year-old Mexican-American media executive, Maria Alvarado, as its new head of communications, making her the first laywoman and first non-Italian to lead the department. Alvarado, who assumes office this week, will oversee the Vatican’s television, radio and print operations, as well as its press office. Her appointment, announced in June by Pope Leo XIV, marks a ...

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