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Having experienced any form of historical abuse can leave an individual feeling distressed. This is particularly evident in cases involving clergy sexual abuse, scouting Ireland sexual abuse and institutional abuse, where perpetrators used their influence and authority to take advantage of children left in their care. These offences ranged from physical, emotional, and sexual abuse against the most vulnerable, which took place during the person’s youth.
Our team has experience dealing with cases involving historical sexual abuse in schools and can help you seek justice. If you are a survivor of historical sexual abuse, please don’t hesitate to contact us for confidential advice. Free phone 1800-844-104 or email us [email protected]
The detailed report of the Scoping Inquiry into historical sexual abuse in day and boarding schools run by religious orders has been released. It includes distressing accounts from survivors. To access the full report, please click here.
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The Scoping Inquiry report has listed schools where historical allegations of sexual abuse have been made. To view the complete list and details, please click here.
The O’Toole Report on Historical Sexual Abuse in Schools reveals horrific accounts of abuse spanning decades, affecting thousands of survivors in Irish day and boarding schools run by religious orders. The report calls for a Commission of Investigation, which the Government has accepted. Read More
Blackrock College was founded in 1860 by the Holy Ghost Fathers, now known as The Spiritan Order. The experiences of those who suffered abuse at the hands of those in authority are coming forward with their stories. Two brothers who suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a teacher and brother of the Spiritans, also known as the Holy Ghost fathers, recently spoke of the sexual abuse that they endured while students at Blackrock College.
This involved a period of grooming while attending swimming lessons on the ground of the College, which escalated into both boys suffering multiple instances of sexual abuse at the hand of the Brother. The experiences of those who suffered abuse at the hand of those in authority are coming forward with their stories. Such as two brothers who suffered sexual abuse at the hands of a teacher and brother of the Spiritans, also known as the Holy Ghost fathers, while students at Blackrock College.
This involved a period of grooming while attending swimming lessons on the grounds of the College, which escalated into both boys suffering multiple instances of sexual abuse at the hands of the brother. There have been multiple accusations made against the Brothers, with a total of over 5 million euros being paid out by the Spiritans in settlement claims and towards abuse and support services. The Spiritans have issued a general apology after backlash from an audit released the severity of the child abuse ring within the order.
Cases involving claims of historical sexual abuse within Scouting Ireland have attracted significant public attention in Ireland in recent years. The cases centre on allegations of sexual abuse of children within the scouting movement in Ireland, with multiple individuals being accused of perpetrating such abuse over several decades.
As a result of these allegations, Scouting Ireland has faced significant scrutiny and criticism for handling child protection issues. It has undergone a major overhaul of its governance and safeguarding policies. The cases have also highlighted broader issues around child protection in Ireland and the need for all youth organisations to have robust and effective safeguarding measures in place to protect young people from abuse and harm. Read More
St John Ambulance Ireland has been embroiled in a scandal relating to allegations of historical sexual abuse of children within the organisation. The allegations, which date back several decades, have led to calls for greater accountability and transparency from St John Ambulance Ireland and an increased focus on safeguarding measures within the organisation.
The cases have highlighted the importance of safeguarding policies and procedures in all organisations that work with children and vulnerable adults and have raised concerns about the prevalence of historical abuse within Ireland’s institutions. St John Ambulance Ireland has apologised for the harm caused to victims and has committed to taking steps to prevent such abuse from happening in the future. Read More
If you or someone you care about has suffered sexual abuse, there are various support organisations you can contact
Our team has experience dealing with cases involving historic abuse and can help you seek justice. If you call our office or complete an online form, we can arrange a consultation to discuss your case in detail. Contact us at:
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