He completed his graduate studies in counselling and clinical psychology in Boston and completed a two-year post-doctoral internship at Saint Luke Institute, USA. His research and clinical work focuses on cultural dimensions in the mental health treatment of clergy and religious, as well as sex offender risk assessment. Fr Hugh will present the multiple opportunities and vulnerabilities of digital technology use by children and youths. The presentation will also address the current risks of child exploitation through everyday social media and technology use. The content will be current, practical and solution-focused.