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‘Held at ransom’: victim-survivors open up about the use of child sex abuse material to fight crime

Warning: This article discusses details of child sexual abuse

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French church knew of sexual abuse by late priest Abbé Pierre, bishop says

The head of the French bishops’ council has admitted that several of its officials were aware of Abbé Pierre's alleged sexual abuse of women for decades. And while “measures” had been put in place to address the priest's behaviour, it continued until his death in 2007.

Radio France Internationale

Online sexual abuse now at severe levels

The growing threat of sexual harassment on social media is having a severe impact on children and the young, according to Thailand

Bangkok Post

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Women say they were failed by sexual abuse investigation of Oregon doctor

Dozens of ex-patients of David Farley say police and state failures meant he was not indicted despite years of abuse

The Guardian - US

New Orleans Catholic church offers $62.5m after abuse victims seek $1bn

Archdiocese’s proposal comes as survivors of sexual abuse by clergy request ‘very reasonable’ $1bn to settle claims

The Guardian - US

Pope calls sex abuse ‘demonic’ amid revelations about revered French priest Abbé Pierre

After recent sexual abuse revelations concerning the Abbé Pierre, one of France's most revered public figures, Pope Francis said the Abbé was “a man who did so much good, but he’s also a sinner". He added: “Abuse is in my judgment is something demonic, because every type of abuse destroys…

France 24

Sexual abuse at Islamic welfare homes exposes weaknesses in child protection in Malaysia

A police swoop on 20 child welfare homes in Malaysia where hundreds of children were allegedly sexually abused has exposed weaknesses in child protection in the country and cast a spotlight on the Islamic business group that ran the homes

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Biden alludes to Trump case while hailing Violence Against Women Act, survivors - Roll Call

President Biden made an indirect but clear reference to Donald Trump's sexual abuse case while touting the Violence Against Women Act.

Roll Call

French church unlocks archives early on priest accused of sexual abuse

Amid accusations of sexual abuse against late priest Abbé Pierre, France's Catholic church has decided to open its archives on the once venerated figure decades earlier than planned.

Radio France Internationale

French Cities, Schools Shake Off Name Of Charity Icon Accused Of Abuse

Cities and villages across France are scrambling to rid themselves of plaques while schools are moving to change their names following a raft of posthumous sexual abuse accusations against a charity icon who was showered with accolades in his lifetime.

International Business Times

French charity turns its back on founding father accused of sexual abuse

The French charity Emmaus has taken steps to distance itself from its founder, the late Abbé Pierre, following serious new allegations of sexual abuse. An investigation by French public radio found uncovered that the once venerated priest attempted to silence his critics.

Radio France Internationale

Maryland Supreme Court hears arguments on child sex abuse lawsuits

The Supreme Court of Maryland is considering the constitutionality of a 2023 law that ended the state’s statute of limitations for child sexual abuse lawsuits following a report that exposed widespread wrongdoing within the Archdiocese of Baltimore

The Independent UK

Maryland Supreme Court Considers Constitutionality Of Child Abuse Law

The Maryland Supreme Court is considering the constitutionality of a law eliminating the statute of limitations for child sexual abuse lawsuits, following ...

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France reels from new sex abuse allegations against Emmaus charity founder Abbé Pierre

Charities set up by France’s most famous Catholic priest, Abbé Pierre, are distancing themselves from their founder following a fresh wave of sexual assault allegations against a man once best known for his fight against homelessness and poverty. Emmaus International – which has more than 400 organisations worldwide – announced…

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Abuse inquiry reform, ballooning debt in Tas budget

Tasmania's soon-to-be-delivered budget will include $423 million for reform after an inquiry into child sexual abuse found government failings over decades.

France 24

Pope Francis speaks out against ‘every kind of abuse’ of children in East Timor visit

Pope Francis spoke out against child sexual abuse during his visit to East Timor on Monday, indirectly acknowledging a long-running abuse scandal involving independence hero Bishop Carlos Ximenes Belo. Thousands of devotees journeyed from remote areas and crossed the Indonesian border to witness the first papal visit since the country…

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‘Justice is hard’: Hong Kong domestic helpers welcome rare rape conviction

Case reveals the challenges faced by migrant domestic workers in seeking and securing justice.

The Independent UK

A Filipino preacher on the run from sexual abuse charges has been arrested

A Filipino preacher accused of sexual abuse and human trafficking in the Philippines and similar charges in the United States has been captured

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The taboo subject Grace Tame wants us all to face: 'It's a big problem'

Grace Tame is bringing her speaking tour to Canberra this month.

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New Mexico Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Snapchat

New Mexico's attorney general sues Snap Inc. for allegedly facilitating child sexual exploitation. Lawsuit highlights challenges of combating online exploi...

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Trump Appeals Verdict In Sexual Assault Case

Donald Trump appeals verdict in E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case, facing million damages. Court battle continues with political significance.

The Guardian - US

DoJ opens investigation into sexual abuse at California women’s prisons

Officials from civil rights division to investigate two prisons that have been plagued by allegations of ‘endemic’ abuse

AAP

Abuse of children overseas, online messages 'depraved'

A 40-year-old man who pleaded guilty to dozens of child sexual abuse charges, including offending overseas, will spend up to 12 years in jail.

The Independent UK

The Justice Department is investigating sexual abuse allegations at California women's prisons

The U.S. Justice Department has opened an investigation into allegations that correctional officers sexually abused incarcerated women at two California prisons

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Ireland's Religious Schools Report Shocking Levels Of Sexual Abuse

Discover the disturbing account of historical child sexual abuse in Ireland's religious-run schools and the government's response to address these systemic...

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