Malta Catholic Youth Network to host Plexus 2026

The Malta Catholic Youth Network will host its annual Plexus conference under the theme "Rethinking Spaces." The event focuses on neurodiversity, specifically autism, to help youth ministry become more inclusive for young people.

Mark Paine, a permanent deacon in the Archdiocese of Birmingham with 28 years of experience in primary and special needs education, will serve as the keynote speaker. The conference addresses concerns raised by youth leaders, priests, and community members regarding how to maintain welcoming ministries without feeling ill-equipped to handle different behaviors or needs.