Vatican report says clergy sex abuse victims need reparations and tangible sanctions to heal

Vatican report admits church is still slow to enforce transparency on abuse

VATICAN CITY (RNS) — A new report calls for clear public reasons for when bishops are removed, stronger data collection and reparations that go beyond financial compensation for victims.

Vatican panel condemns treatment of abuse survivors

Victims of clerical sex abuse still face “disturbing” retaliation from Catholic Church leaders for speaking out despite years of efforts to tackle the global...

The Catholic Church needs to do more to help victims of sexual abuse - Vatican report

The Catholic Church has a "moral and spiritual obligation" to do more to help the victims of sexual abuse - and must take tougher action against their abusers, a Vatican report says.

What’s in the Vatican’s 2nd global child protection report?

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors released its second annual global child protection report Thursday, underlining the need for reparations, sanctions for abusers, and clear communication when bishops resign after mishandling cases.A press conference presenting the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors’ second annual report on Oct. 16, 2025. Credit: Screenshot from @VaticanNewsEN YouTube channel.The 200-page “Ann…

'Disturbing' retaliation for abuse victims - Vatican body

Victims of clerical sex abuse still face "disturbing" retaliation from Catholic Church leaders for speaking out despite years of efforts to tackle the global scourge, according to a Vatican panel.

Vatican report highlights ongoing harm from clergy abuse mishandling

A Vatican commission for the protection of children has said the mishandling by the Catholic Church’s leaders of sexual abuse allegations involving clergy is causing “ongoing harm” to victims.