D. João Braz de Aviz

D. João Braz de Aviz is a Brazilian cardinal who currently serves as the Prefect of the Congregation for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life. He has been influential in promoting the life and mission of religious communities within the Catholic Church. While he does not have a vote in the upcoming conclave due to his residence away from the central discussions, his insights and experience from previous conclaves contribute to the preparation of the cardinals participating in this significant event.