Discovering the strength to speak out about childhood abuse can take years, even decades. Many survivors are left wondering if it’s too late to seek justice for what they endured so long ago. The good news is that changes in the law have made it possible for many...
Someone once said that the sexual abuse of a child is almost like murder because it kills the person that child could have been. Nobody should ever have to endure such a despicable act, especially an innocent child. Experts are realizing that children have different...
Imagine a world where every child feels safe, confident, and empowered. As a parent, you hold the key to creating this reality for your kids. Protecting children from sexual abuse is one of the most profound ways you can shape their future. In Oregon, where child...
One of the most vile crimes that children are subjected to is sexual abuse, leading to a wide array of injuries. This abuse may occur in various environments, including religious organizations and can leave deep, lasting scars. In Washington, victims of child sexual...
Members of the clergy are required to report any instances of child abuse. At the same time, any confessions made to a priest are considered confidential. So, where does that leave victims of sexual abuse? The clergy-penitent privilege Sexual abuse is a horrifying...