Pope Francis made his first trip outside Rome to Lampedusa, highlighting Europe’s migration crisis. Thousands of migrants, including those from Tunisia and Libya, enter Europe through this route.
Rome-based charity Baobab has provided migrants with food, shelter, and legal aid since 2015. Volunteers say Pope Francis’ support helped reduce stigma and build stronger ties with the Church. His endorsement offered protection for groups like Baobab, even amid legal challenges in Italy.
