We have been made aware of two general information child abuse websites: Breaktheabusecycle.com was due to launch today but until we know the full site is ready, have a look at the test version and feel free to give him feedback on it using the printed email address. When we know the full site has…
Pope Benedict XVI has issued an apology for the decades of child abuse inflicted by priests or nuns in Catholic-run institutions. The apology has naturally divided opinion among the faithful and the survivors. Altar Boy author Andrew Madden was one commentator with the view that the actions of the church when dealing with allegations and…
As survivors, the reaction of parents when the child discloses can vary. This is the first case we have seen where the parents have demanded money from a confirmed offender with only a condition of leaving the area rather than a formal report to police. The money was then used as a deposit on a…
In addition to English child murderers, Cory Haim’s death is another subject we have stayed away from whilst the gossip press have their fun with it and ahead of the conclusion of any autopsy and funeral. However, whilst we wait for the facts to emerge, Prof Susurro over at Like a Whisper has covered the…
Crossing the Line: Violence And Sexual Assault in Canada’s National Sport (hereafter known as CTL) was the commentary on Canadian Hockey referenced in Sheldon Kennedy’s Book Why I Didn’t Say Anything (WIDSA), so we decided to check it out from an Amazon marketplace/Zshop seller. It’s a thoroughly researched look at the sport in the 1990s…
Following the revelation of child abuse allegations at Jesuit schools in Germany, now similar charges were levelled at Catholic Schools in the country, with one survivor testifying to his experiences. The Associated Press report is located here. – CBG
