Surveys show that many Catholics are unaware of the steps that the bishops have taken since 2002 to prevent child abuse and to monitor its own performance.
Protocols to address abuse in U.S. dioceses, eparchies in place since 2002
‘No stone unturned’
The diocesan review board on sexual abuse remains dedicated to the safety of children and vulnerable adults.
N.Y. Archdiocese names judge as independent reviewer on abuse protocols
New York Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan has named a former federal judge to study archdiocesan policies and procedures with respect to sexual abuse by clergy and recommend enhancements directly to the cardinal.
NRB: Change in church’s culture, including bishops, needed to end abuse
More committees are not the answer to stop the abuse of children and vulnerable adults by clergy, said an Aug. 28 statement by the National Review Board, which is charged with addressing clerical sexual misconduct in the Catholic Church.
DiNardo: All clergy, no matter their ‘standing,’ must protect children
The president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops said June 20 that all clergy in the Catholic Church “have made a solemn promise to protect children and young people from all harm.”
National Review Board chair alerts bishops to complacency on abuse
Cautioning against complacency in carrying out the requirements of the “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People,” the chairman of the National Review Board urged the country’s bishops to “never waver” in their commitment to protect minors and vulnerable adults from sexual abuse.
Annual audit of church’s abuse allegations shows cautious improvement
The 15th annual report on the implementation of the U.S. bishops’ “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People” shows a decrease in allegations of clergy sex abuse from the two previous years but also indicates the need for continued vigilance since charges were raised by more than 650 adults and 24 minors.