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28 February 2019

Sex abuse survivor calls for 'zero tolerance' policy as bishops discuss child protection

Bishops at a summit on sexual abuse in the Catholic Church have heard of the abuse suffered by just some of the victims. One victim was Juan Carlos Cruz, who told DW the Catholic Church needs a "zero tolerance" policy. Five victims of sexual abuse shared their experiences with 190 bishops and senior religious figures from around the globe, as they attend a four-day summit called by Pope Francis in response to widespread sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.

https://www.dw.com/en/sex-abuse-survivor-calls-for-zero-tolerance-policy-as-bishops-discuss-child-protection/a-47643547