Violence against children

New Book, The Boy in the Presbytery, Lifts the Lid on Paedophile Priest Gerald Ridsdale

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Gerald Ridsdale, Roman Catholic Diocese of Ballarat, Violence against children, Violence against men, Catholic Church in Australia, Articles, Ridsdale, Catholic Church sexual abuse cases, Sexual abuse, Violence, Ronald Mulkearns, Catholic Church sexual abuse cases in Australia

While sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests continued unabated, the Church relied on blind faith to convince victims to stay quiet.

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  • While sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests continued unabated, the Church relied on blind faith to convince victims to stay quiet.
  • The ones who were caught were often whisked away to other assignments where they would continue to offend.
  • In Australia, Paul Levey, a survivor of one of the world's most prolific paedophile priests, Gerald Ridsdale, has come forward and bravely shared his story.
  • Paul was sexually abused on an almost daily basis while living with Ridsdale in the Mortlake presbytery in Victoria.

Lieff Cabraser and Sauder Schelkopf Announce Filing of Class Action Sexual Abuse Lawsuit on Behalf of Nation's Most Vulnerable Children Against Devereux Foundation

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Legal, Professional services, Articles, Sex crimes, Violence against children, Sexual ethics, Violence against men, Human sexuality, Violence against women, Ethics, Abuse, Sexual abuse, Rape

The complaint details hundreds of incidents of abuse against children in the care of Devereux, including batteries, sexual offenses, emotional abuse, and rape.

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  • The complaint details hundreds of incidents of abuse against children in the care of Devereux, including batteries, sexual offenses, emotional abuse, and rape.
  • In August 2020, the Philadelphia Inquirer released a devastating report detailing decades of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse inflicted upon these especially vulnerable children by Devereux staff members.
  • After the Inquirers August 2020 report was published, an additional 13 former Devereux students came forward with allegations of sexual abuse they experienced.
  • Twelve of the children were allegedly abused in Pennsylvania Devereux facilities, and one was abused in a Delaware Devereux facility.

New Report Recommends States Introduce Laws to Prevent Child Sexual Abuse, Strengthen Child Safety in Schools & Youth Organizations

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Articles, Human behavior, Childhood, Child sexual abuse, Sex crimes, Violence against children, Violence against men, Violence against women, Child abuse, Laws regarding child sexual abuse, Abuse, Sexual abuse

The report also calls upon lawmakers in every state to introduce legislation mandating all school employees and students receive training on how to prevent, early identify and report child sexual abuse.

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  • The report also calls upon lawmakers in every state to introduce legislation mandating all school employees and students receive training on how to prevent, early identify and report child sexual abuse.
  • This is another example of the need to reshape how child sexual abuse prevention is addressed in the United States, added Merrick.
  • Prevent Child Abuse America is a leading champion for all children in the United States.
  • MassKids is the site of Prevent Child Abuse Massachusetts, the state chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America.

Inkblot Narratives' "Who Killed The Lyon Sisters?" Named Best Documentary In Television In The 42nd Annual Telly Awards

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
Violence against children, Murders of Katherine and Sheila Lyon, Wheaton, Maryland, Interrogation, Lyon, Violence, Crime

ST. LOUIS, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Featuring bestselling author Mark Bowden, secret police recordings and first-person accounts, WHO KILLED THE LYON SISTERS?

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  • ST. LOUIS, May 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Featuring bestselling author Mark Bowden, secret police recordings and first-person accounts, WHO KILLED THE LYON SISTERS?
  • Part twisty whodunnit and part psychological thriller, Who Killed the Lyon Sisters?
  • is crafted from hundreds of hours of never-before-seen police interrogation video, explosive wiretap recordings and evidence spanning 40 years of investigation.
  • Who abducted and killed the Lyon sisters?

Praesidium releases its annual report on sexual abuse management of vulnerable populations

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Thursday, May 20, 2021
Sex crimes, Sexual abuse, Articles, Violence against men, Violence against women, Violence against children, Human sexuality, Violence

b'ARLINGTON, Texas, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Praesidium, a national leader in risk management of sexual abuse of vulnerable populations, has released its 2021 Praesidium Report.

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  • b'ARLINGTON, Texas, May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Praesidium, a national leader in risk management of sexual abuse of vulnerable populations, has released its 2021 Praesidium Report.
  • "The Praesidium Report was developed to help organizations stay informed on the latest trends and research to prevent abuse of vulnerable populations.
  • "\nPraesidium specializes in preventing sexual abuse in organizations that serve youth and vulnerable adults.
  • Having trained more than one million people online and hundreds of thousands in person, Praesidium is the largest and most comprehensive sexual abuse risk management firm globally.\n'

Former Children's Home of Poughkeepsie Residents Allege Child Sexual Abuse in Six Lawsuits Filed by Greenstein & Milbauer, LLP

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Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Child sexual abuse, Human sexuality, Sexual abuse, Articles, Violence against children, Human behavior, Violence

The lawsuits accuse staff and, in one case, an older resident of child sexual abuse.

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  • The lawsuits accuse staff and, in one case, an older resident of child sexual abuse.
  • New York residents who were sexually abused as children now have until August 14, 2021, to pursue child sexual abuse claims.
  • The child sexual abuse began with kissing, fondling, oral sex, and eventually vaginal sexual contact.\nThe New York Child Sexual Abuse Lawyers at Greenstein & Milbauer, LLP are offering free consultations.
  • Call 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462).\nIf you were sexually abused as a child, the New York Child Sexual Abuse Lawyers at Greenstein & Milbauer LLP help.Schedule a free, confidential consultation by calling 1-800-VICTIM2 (1-800-842-8462).\n'

Selective Leads All Insurance Carriers With Number Of Employees Who Are Certified Praesidium Guardians Trained To Advise Customers On Abuse Prevention

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Insurance, Underwriting, Sexual abuse, Articles, Violence against children

b'BRANCHVILLE, N.J., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Selective Insurance today announced that 24 Selective employees have received the Certified Praesidium Guardian designation.

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  • b'BRANCHVILLE, N.J., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ Selective Insurance today announced that 24 Selective employees have received the Certified Praesidium Guardian designation.
  • This designation certifies that these individuals have completed the in-depth training and development set forth by Praesidium and that they are committed to the highest standards in sexual abuse prevention.
  • Selective\'s partnership with Praesidium allows our customers and agents access to extensive abuse prevention educationto provide their employees a unique opportunity to partner with our abuse prevention experts to better serve their customers and their vulnerable populations," said Brian Sarisky, Chief Underwriting Officer, Commercial Lines.
  • "\nFor more information about abuse prevention resources for Selective customers, please visit: https://www.selective.com/for-businesses/businesses-insurance-coverage/a...\nSelective\'sprogram incorporates Praesidium\'s best practice standards, which uses a systems-based approach derived from the scientific research of thousands of reported abuse incidents.

Patricia Edwards-Burton's newly released "How I Overcame Abuse" chronicles a woman's painful struggle towards recovery and healing after experiencing abuse

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Articles, Sex crimes, Sexual ethics, Violence against men, Violence against children, Violence against women, Human sexuality, Abuse, Sexual abuse, Burton, Rape

"How I Overcame Abuse: My Struggle to Become Whole After Molestation and Rape" is the creation of published author Patricia Edwards-Burton, an excellent writer of amazing works.\nPatricia Edwards-Burton shares, "This is a true story of abuse.

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  • "How I Overcame Abuse: My Struggle to Become Whole After Molestation and Rape" is the creation of published author Patricia Edwards-Burton, an excellent writer of amazing works.\nPatricia Edwards-Burton shares, "This is a true story of abuse.
  • Were you violated as a child or an adult and held unto this dark secret of pain that negatively impacted your life?
  • Were you abused, rejected, or are you confused?\n"If so, this book is about a woman, someone who endured those things.
  • "\nPublished by Christian Faith Publishing, Patricia Edwards-Burton\'s new book is a triumphant journey to healing and finding wholeness after being broken by abuse.

New Website Advocates for Victims of Kanakuk Kamps Sexual Assaults

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Friday, April 9, 2021
Violence against children, Violence against men

The website, www.factsaboutkanakuk.com , includes an online petition calling for the Kanakuk organization and its leaders to release dozens of sexual abuse victims and families from confidentiality agreements that bar them from disclosing details about their abuse, publicly or privately.

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  • The website, www.factsaboutkanakuk.com , includes an online petition calling for the Kanakuk organization and its leaders to release dozens of sexual abuse victims and families from confidentiality agreements that bar them from disclosing details about their abuse, publicly or privately.
  • The petition says that such a move would allow victims to effectively network and provide support for each other.
  • The website is supported by No More Victims, a movement organized by a group of survivors and victim advocates.
  • Also included on the website are profiles of six convicted sexual predators employed by Kanakuk organizations from the late 1980s through at least 2012, although Kanakuk disputes whether some of these individuals committed their offenses while employed at Kanakuk.

Veterans 4 Child Rescue Deploys Leading-Edge Technology to Battle Age-Old Human Trafficking Problem

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Thursday, April 1, 2021
Articles, Sex crimes, Violence against men, Violence against women, Sexual abuse, Violence against children, Craig Sawyer, Human trafficking, Rape

According to a V4CR spokesperson, their non-profit's mission is 3-fold:

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  • According to a V4CR spokesperson, their non-profit's mission is 3-fold:
    Nationwide alert:Provide nationwide attention to the prevalence of child rape trafficking that is rampant in all 50 states.
  • "V4CR is fully committed to the rescue of children, and we're investing in the best technologies possible to assist us.
  • Case Closed Software is a huge part of that strategy," says V4CR Founder and Veteran Navy SEAL Craig "Sawman" Sawyer.
  • Case Closed Software , founded in 2016 by Austin TX entrepreneur Douglas Wood, provides V4CR with robust software designed to assist in their fight against human trafficking and child rape.