childhood sexual abuse

As Australia grapples with its broken childcare system, a newfly formulated six point plan lays out a plan for legal reform.

We are seeking information from anyone who attended primary schools in Inverell, New South Wales, during the 1970s to 1980s in connection with investigations into incidents of historical child sexual abuse.

The ACT’s new legislation marks one of the most consequential reforms in recent years – overturning the Bird v DP decision and signalling a decisive move toward survivor-centred justice in Australia’s courts.

The ABC’s recent investigation into child sexual abuse within Australian childcare centres has reignited public outrage — and forced a difficult legal question – if the overwhelming majority of offenders are men, could it ever be lawful to prefer, or even restrict, employment in childcare to women?

The Catholic Church grapples with decades of abuse scandals. Pope Leo XIV’s reforms and Australia’s legal response signal a new era of accountability and survivor-led change.

We are seeking information from anyone who attended Castle Hill Baptist Church Sunday School or youth camps in the late 1990s regarding a sexual abuse matter involving a youth worker. All information will be treated confidentially.

We are seeking information from former students, staff, and community members of Holy Name Catholic School, Carlisle, WA, in the 1980s who recall Ms. M. Brough. Even small recollections could support Survivors and assist ongoing investigations.

We are seeking information about Brother Martin (O’Loghlen), a Christian Brother who taught at schools in NSW, WA, SA and VIC, including Christian Brothers College Kalgoorlie. Even small details could help support Survivors and assist in achieving justice.

We are seeking information about Brother Romuald (Francis Cable) at Marist College Kogarah and cadet camps around 1968. Even small details may help establish timelines and support Survivors pursuing justice for historical institutional abuse.