Sexual abuse
Respect Together commemorated a significant milestone in its history, marking 50 years of dedication to preventing sexual abuse, assault, and harassment. The organization was founded in 1975 under the name the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR) and has since grown into a leading force in the state and nationwide. The
Sexual abuse
As Pope Francis's passing signals the start of the conclave to elect the Catholic Church's 267th supreme leader, survivors of clerical abuse are voicing their concerns and pushing for change. The focal point of their advocacy is a zero-tolerance policy for abuse, and stricter laws to
Sexual abuse
As the month of April comes to a close, dedicated to raising awareness about sexual assault, it's essential to confront the harsh reality of a pervasive crime that has left an indelible mark on countless lives. Sexual assault is a traumatic experience that affects individuals of all ages,
Hockey
The trial of five former junior hockey players, charged with sexual assault, is underway in London, Ontario. At the center of the trial is E.M., a 20-year-old woman who alleges she was sexually assaulted by her then-boyfriend, Michael McLeod, and several of his teammates at a hotel room in
Sexual abuse
As the Roman Catholic Church gathers in Rome for the conclave to elect a new pope, survivors of clerical abuse and advocates for reform have descended upon the city, urging cardinals to prioritize addressing the ongoing crisis that has plagued the church. The Vatican has acknowledged the issue, but critics
Scandals
A cross-party group of Labour, Conservative, and Reform UK politicians have united to demand a national public inquiry into the grooming gangs scandal. The proposed 18-month inquiry, established under a Parliamentary statute, would investigate and name individuals and institutions responsible for covering up the child sex abuse perpetrated by these
Sexual abuse
State Representative Katie Stuart will speak at the 'Take Back the Night' event hosted by Every Survivor Counts on Thursday, April 17, at Southwestern Illinois College's campus in Belleville, Illinois. The event is part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and aims to raise awareness about the
Rape
An Aberdeen man, Jamie Forbes, 33, has been found guilty of multiple counts of rape, sexual assault, and domestic abuse against four women. The trial heard that the offences, which took place between 2016 and 2023, included assaults with a BB gun, coercive control, and threatening behavior. Forbes denied the
Popes
Pope Francis's visit to Ireland in 2018 was a somber affair, marked by his apologies for the Catholic Church's past wrongdoings and his call for forgiveness from those who had been mistreated. The visit was also marked by controversy, as the Pope faced criticism for his
Sexual abuse
April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a timely reminder of the need to address the widespread issue of sexual assault. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, this month is dedicated to educating and talking about the issue. Two organizations, Centre Safe and the Relationship Violence Outreach, Intervention
Sexual abuse
A Delhi court recently delivered a verdict of 12 years of rigorous imprisonment to a 42-year-old maulvi for sexually assaulting a four-year-old girl in 2018. The court emphasized the importance of protecting children from physiological and psychological exploitation by sexual abusers, stating that the children of the present day are
Sexual abuse
Michael McMonagle, a 42-year-old former Sinn Fein press officer, pleaded guilty to 14 charges of child sex abuse in Londonderry Crown Court. The charges include attempting to incite underage girls to engage in sexual activities, attempting to sexually communicate with children, and other related offenses. The offenses were committed between
