A key figure behind the initiative is German psychologist priest Hans Zollner from the Vatican's Gregorian University, who spoke to AFP about the need for fundamental changes in how the Catholic Church handles abuse cases. "Bishops have to give priority to victims," said Zollner, a member of the order of Jesuits, often seen as intellectuals inside the Church. "People working inside dioceses and religious orders should be taught to listen to them. All complaints have to be taken seriously," he said. Zollner's university will host a conference next February at which the new e-learning centre is expected to be launched, with about 200 experts, diocesan officials and representatives of congregations attending. It will be "a step ... on a long and painful path", Zollner said, adding the website would bring together the latest research on child abuse and Church laws, while allowing churches in different countries to have their say.