Gisèle Pelicot Sends Message to Survivors of Violence: 'The Shame is on Them'
Gisèle Pelicot, a victim of prolonged abuse, speaks out against the stigma surrounding survivors of violence, emphasizing that the shame belongs to the perpetrators.
Scientology and Jehovah's Witnesses among alleged high-control groups
An inquiry in Victoria has revealed disturbing testimonies from survivors about alleged abuses within high-control religious groups including Scientology and Jehovah's Witnesses.
Sexualized Violence: Abuse Study Reports Total Failure of Franciscans
A new study has revealed extensive sexual abuse within the Franciscan order in Germany, highlighting a historical pattern of concealment and a call for accountability.
Carola Carrete, psychologist: "In children who are victims of sexual abuse, normalization is a defense mechanism to endure the unbearable"
The article discusses the devastating impact of child sexual abuse and the psychological mechanisms survivors use to cope with their trauma, often leading to destructive behaviors.
‘The anxieties just lift’: why domestic abuse refuges are turning to female tradespeople
Domestic abuse refuges in the UK are increasingly hiring female tradespeople to create a more comfortable environment for survivors.
New Jersey Catholic diocese agrees to $180M settlement with survivors of alleged clergy sex abuse
The Diocese of Camden in New Jersey has reached a $180 million settlement with hundreds of survivors of clergy sexual abuse, marking a significant development in the long-standing issue of church abuse in the region.
Catholic church can now be sued for paedophile priests' actions in Victoria
Victoria's new law allows the Catholic Church to be sued for the actions of its priests, giving hope to many abuse survivors.
Annie Farmer, the first victim to report Jeffrey Epstein: "My sister and I are survivors of sexual abuse"
Annie Farmer, the first victim to publicly accuse Jeffrey Epstein, shares her story of abuse along with her sister Maria and calls for justice.
Gisele Pelicot book bombshells from suicide fears and laughing rapists to new love
Gisele Pelicot shares her traumatic experiences and revelations in her new memoir, detailing her decade-long ordeal as a survivor of mass rape.
Resource to help 'invisible' victim-survivors of sexual abuse — older women
A new website is being launched to aid frontline workers in identifying sexual abuse against older women, amid warnings of rising elder abuse cases.
We have to teach limits to our children, says Brazilian victim of Epstein and mother of a girl
Marina Lacerda, a victim of Jeffrey Epstein, advocates for educating children about boundaries while reflecting on her own traumatic experiences as a teenager.
'I'm over 20 weeks with baby. We are certain is his': Survivors' diaries reveal Epstein's abuse
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse share their harrowing experiences through their diaries, shedding light on the horror they endured.
Landmark high court ruling finds Catholic church had duty to protect NSW child from paedophile priest
The High Court ruled that the Catholic Church had a duty of care to protect a child from a paedophile priest, marking a significant victory for survivors of clergy abuse.
Democrats introduce bill to end statute of limitations on civil sexual abuse cases
Democrats in Congress have proposed legislation to eliminate the statute of limitations on civil sexual abuse cases, supported by survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse and following recent disclosures from the justice department.
New Orleans archbishop meets with survivors of clergy sexual abuse
Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans has begun a series of meetings with survivors of clergy sexual abuse as part of a settlement deal related to the archdiocese's bankruptcy case.
Virginia Giuffre's family demands Andrew 'show up' in US as Epstein survivors search for justice
Virginia Giuffre's family and US lawmakers are urging Prince Andrew to testify before Congress about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein amid growing calls for justice from survivors of sexual abuse.
REPLAY: Epstein survivors and lawmakers introduce 'Virginia's Law'
Virginia's Law, aimed at protecting survivors of abuse, was introduced by Epstein's survivors and lawmakers.
Child abuse survivors want paedophile pay-out loopholes tightened
The federal government is proposing law changes to close loopholes that allow paedophiles to evade compensation payments to their victims, but advocates believe the changes do not adequately address the issue.
Survivors of Epstein's Abuse Condemn US Government's Handling of Files
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse criticize the US Department of Justice for inadequately protecting victims through its handling and redactions of Epstein-related documents.
Jeffrey Epstein's horrifying 'Paedophile Island' where captive girls were 'raped'
Allegations arise from survivors that Jeffrey Epstein's private island, Little Saint James, was a site of sexual abuse and human trafficking.
Sex and Society ends collaboration with Crown Princess
Sex and Society announces it will no longer have Crown Princess Mette-Marit as the patron for the 'Shameless Award', citing the importance of their patients and survivors of sexual abuse.
Victim associations ask the Pope to remove the Archbishop of Oviedo, Jesús Sanz Montes, for his disrespect towards abuse survivors
Victim associations are urging the Pope to dismiss Archbishop Jesús Sanz Montes of Oviedo for allegedly disrespecting survivors of abuse.
The victims of pedophilia whom the Church compensated can ask for more money after the agreement with the Government
Victims of abuse within the Church can now request additional compensation following a recent agreement between the Government and the Episcopal Conference, allowing survivors of clerical pedophilia to participate fully in the process.