Tag: Child abuse

Australia is leading the world in safeguarding in several respects, according to one of the world’s most prominent experts.

When the former Chief Justice of the Family Court describes surrogacy as “the new frontline in the trafficking and commodification of women and newborn children,” politicians should listen—especially as they consider a bill in two weeks to liberalise NSW’s surrogacy laws, writes Monica Doumit.

In 2021, claims were made that hundreds or even thousands of young children were buried in mass graves near religious schools in Canada. 85 Catholic churches were the subject of arson attacks in retaliation. Three years and $8 million later, no human remains have been found. The truth matters—especially if we want true reconciliation, writes Monica Doumit.

The Federal Government is “dragging its heels” on the need for a national summit to address endemic levels of child abuse and neglect, says child protection expert Professor Daryl Higgins.

Both major parties to support law affecting the sacrament in the state, despite inquiry's recommendation.

We need to know what grooming for abuse looks like Here in the US, conspiracy theory-minded folks recently convinced themselves that a new doll was...

In my other life I teach something called ‘Social Responsibility in Action’, where I give a couple of lectures on whistleblowing. So I was very...

Bishops should report cases of harm to minors to police, and treat anonymous claims seriously.

The ACBC has addressed concerns that a new national approach to child safety may be a step backwards.

Vatican expert on abuse Fr Hans Zollner issued an urgent warning to protect children from online predators.

Pope Francis has abolished the Vatican's highest confidentiality classification in an 'epochal change'.