Maureen Ferguson

Maureen Ferguson is a prominent member of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom, known for her advocacy on behalf of religious minorities and her outspoken criticism of governments that persecute religious groups. In recent years, she has highlighted the severe conditions faced by the Catholic Church in Nicaragua, where the government has implemented harsh measures against clergy and religious institutions. Ferguson emphasizes the crucial role of nuns and religious organizations in caring for the poor and vulnerable, and she has been vocal about the detrimental impact of Nicaragua’s crackdown on faith-based communities.