UK accuses Meta of empowering child sexual abusers with encryption rollout Tech firm says it has developed ‘robust’ safety measures after home secretary and campaigners condemn move The Guardian - UK · Dec 7, 2023
World Bank Faces Accusations of 'Turning Blind Eye' to Sexual Abuse in Kenyan Schools The World Bank's failure to act on early warnings and reports of sexual abuse has perpetuated a culture of impunity. International Business Times UK · Dec 6, 2023
UGC asks colleges, universities to implement NHRC advisory against child-sexual abuse materials UGC requests HEIs to implement NHRC's advisory to protect children from CSAM. The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023
Facebook parent sued by New Mexico alleging it has failed to shield children from predators New Mexico's attorney general is suing the parent company of Facebook and Instagram claiming it failed to protect underage users from exposure to child sexual abuse material and let adults solicit pornographic imagery from them The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2023
In Belgium, sexual abuse in Catholic Church sparks debate over state funding In Belgium, a recent documentary on sexual abuse in the Catholic Church has caused shock and soul-searching, reigniting a debate about the way religion is funded in the country. Unlike in neighbouring France, the Belgian state finances officially recognised religions, with representatives of the Catholic Church receiving the best pay.… France 24 · Dec 6, 2023
Judge considers holding state in contempt a third time over foster care conditions U.S. District Judge Janis Jack on Monday considers whether state’s foster care agency has made progress caring for most vulnerable children or should be held in contempt for the third time in an ongoing 2011 lawsuit. The Texas Tribune · Dec 5, 2023
World Bank accused of ‘turning blind eye’ to sexual abuse in Kenyan schools it funded Calls grow for independent inquiry after the bank’s internal watchdog found 21 cases of child sexual abuse by teaching staff The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2023
Takeaways from The AP's investigation into the Mormon church's handling of sex abuse cases A former Mormon bishop whom a top church official said committed “sexual transgression” with his own daughter was excommunicated after making a religious confession The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2023
Recordings show how the Mormon church protects itself from child sex abuse claims A former Mormon bishop whom a top church official said committed “sexual transgression” with his own daughter was excommunicated after making a religious confession The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2023
‘The devil was in that building’: New Orleans church orphanages’ dark secrets Survivors of institutions run by Catholic diocese recall litany of sexual abuse as bankruptcy process keeps documents hidden The Guardian - US · Dec 3, 2023
Ex-correctional officer at federal prison in California gets 5 years for sexually abusing inmates A federal correctional officer has been sentenced to more than five years in prison for sexually abusing two inmates at a women’s prison in California where the warden and other employees were charged with similar conduct The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2023
A yoga leader promised followers enlightenment. But he's now accused of sexual abuse Gregorian Bivolaru was known by his followers as “Grieg” and their guide through tantra yoga toward enlightenment and a higher state of consciousness The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2023
EU Wants To Know How Meta Tackles Child Sex Abuse The EU on Friday demanded Instagram-owner Meta provide more information about measures taken by the company to address child sexual abuse online. International Business Times · Dec 1, 2023
Scottish students launch campaign to tackle gender-based violence A GROUP of young women from Perth and Kinross who lead a campaign to tackle peer sexual abuse are taking part in the worldwide 16 Days of Activism… The National (Scotland) · Dec 1, 2023
The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2023 For a male sexual assault survivor, justice won in court does not equal healing Male survivors of sexual abuse and assault have long felt muzzled, but that might be starting to change as more victims emboldened by the MeToo movement come forward
AAP · Nov 30, 2023 Longer wait for troubled youth detention closure Tasmania's government has provided a formal response to an inquiry into child sexual abuse in state institutions that made 191 recommendations for reform.
The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2023 In the US, Black survivors are nearly invisible in the Catholic clergy sexual abuse crisis Black survivors have been nearly invisible in the Catholic Church sexual abuse crisis — even in Baltimore, home to a historic Black Catholic community
Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2023 Sean 'Diddy' Combs steps aside from TV network Revolt role amid sex abuse allegations Music mogul steps aside as chairman of TV network Revolt after sexual abuse claims
Bangkok Post · Nov 29, 2023 School executive accused of sexual abuse and threats A school deputy director in Bangkok has been accused of sexually abusing her 12-year-old student and threatening to make public explicit photos and videos if the girl did not comply.
The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023 Sean 'Diddy' Combs temporarily steps down as Revolt chairman amid sexual abuse allegations Sean “Diddy” Combs has temporarily stepped down as chairman of his television network Revolt amid multiple sexual abuse allegations against the music mogul
WEKU · Nov 28, 2023 Sean 'Diddy' Combs temporarily steps aside as chairman of Revolt TV network Combs temporarily stepped down as chairman of the TV network he co-founded in 2013, a spokesperson for the record executive confirmed. The move follows lawsuits against Combs alleging sexual abuse.
The Hindu · Nov 28, 2023 NCPCR Chairman instructs police to submit report on allegations of minor being handcuffed in Kotagiri NCPCR chair Priyank Kanoongo conducted inquiry into allegations of police handcuffing minor victim of sexual abuse in Udhagamandalam. Kanoongo spoke to victim and investigating officer, and received 200 petitions from residents. He asked police to submit detailed report to NCPCR.
The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023 Woman sentenced to imprisonment in Kerala for abetting her daughter’s sexual abuse The court held the mother responsible for shattering the childhood of the survivor and depriving her a family environment. Her acts were unpardonable and a blot on motherhood.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2023 UK school pupils ‘using AI to create indecent imagery of other children’ Protection groups call for urgent action to help pupils understand risks of making images that legally constitute child sexual abuse
The Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2023 What I learned from our child sexual abuse survey: ‘rational paranoia’ can help parents protect their kids You have to walk a fine line between managing risk and going overboard – and building trust with your children is key