Catholic Social Doctrine

Catholic Social Doctrine is the Church’s set of teachings on how societies should organize themselves to promote justice, human dignity, and the common good. It emphasizes principles like the value of every person, solidarity, subsidiarity (empowering local communities), and care for the vulnerable. These teachings guide ethical leadership, social policies, and economic systems to ensure that all individuals and communities are treated fairly and nurtured in a way that respects human rights and promotes peace. It calls for compassion, justice, and the responsible use of resources in building a just society.