An external investigation has been initiated in the Untersiggenthal case to determine if authorities mishandled their response to victims of abuse, following multiple allegations.

Delhi's Special Police Unit for Women and Children is actively handling numerous dowry-related cases, documenting evidence such as medical records and chat screenshots to support legal proceedings for victims of abuse.

Victims of abuse within the Portuguese Catholic Church have expressed disappointment over the President's silence on the issue. They are calling for a state audit into the abuses.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has given an undertaking to victims of abuse that Fianna Fáil will investigate the failure of its TDs to notify authorities of the abuse, ahead of a State apology.

The Portuguese Parliament is discussing a government proposal to exempt compensation for victims of abuse, which has generated consensus among parties. However, several parties have advanced their own projects, seeking a general principle for extrajudicial reparations.

A lawyer representing alleged victims of abuse at the Bakkakot foster home criticizes the Association of Local Authorities for seeking involvement in selecting representatives for a planned foster home inquiry committee.

A new report has concluded that authorities repeatedly missed opportunities to protect victims of abuse at the notorious 'beastie house.' The findings highlight systemic failures in safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

The sexual abuse of boys is frequently overlooked, dismissed, or underestimated, creating a significant blind spot in societal awareness and response. This issue highlights a lack of attention and understanding regarding male victims of abuse.

Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu, Spokesperson for Ghana's National Chief Imam, has criticized the country's social welfare infrastructure, calling for an urgent revamp to better protect victims of abuse.

José Ornelas has stated that taxing compensation for victims of abuse is 'ethically unacceptable' and is working on the issue. The discussion comes amidst a decision to reduce compensation values.

A $42 million verdict for Iraqi victims of U.S. abuse was upheld on appeal, with damages to be paid by a Virginia contractor that supplied interrogators to the U.S. military after the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

Alain Berset, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, stated on International Women's Day that women's voices are crucial for public life and strengthening democracy, while acknowledging that women continue to be victims of abuse.

Victims of abuses under former Gambian leader Jammeh are demanding accountability and 'real justice,' arguing that reparations are insufficient while he remains in exile.

Following their mother's prior abuse, her children have also reportedly become victims of abuse. This tragic situation highlights a cycle of violence affecting the family.

A new Walloon animal welfare code in Belgium will double the waiting period before seized animals, victims of abuse, can be adopted, raising concerns among shelters.

Portugal's parliament unanimously approved a measure to exempt compensation paid to victims of abuse from income tax, with each victim set to receive between 9,000 and 45,000 euros.

Irish police (Gardaí) are appealing to victims of abuse within the Presbyterian Church in Ireland to come forward as part of an ongoing investigation.

Associations representing victims of abuse within the Church have expressed disappointment with King Leo XIV's speech, stating they still await news from God and demanding truly inclusive listening, rights, and reparations rather than just a photo opportunity.

The government has commissioned a new shelter for survivors of domestic violence, marking a significant step towards strengthening support systems for victims of abuse. This initiative reaffirms the government's commitment to protecting vulnerable persons.

The Portuguese Council of Ministers approved a proposal clarifying that compensation for victims of abuse in the Catholic Church, and other institutional contexts, will not be subject to income tax.

Mónica García has publicly criticized a judge investigating a former police official for making "impressively sexist" comments about victims of abuse. The magistrate reportedly claimed women "brainwash" their children and lamented advantages given for filing complaints.

A Portuguese article discusses the legislative and fiscal implications of taxing compensation for victims of abuse, emphasizing the need for coherence, stability, and equality in tax law.

The family of Liudmila Vartic has issued a public appeal for financial assistance to cover the costs of exhumation, forensic and independent expert analyses, and specialized legal aid, citing a desire for justice for victims of abuse.

Portuguese bishops decided to apply a proportional cut to the compensation values proposed by experts for victims of abuse, resulting in victims receiving less than half of the recommended amounts. The Church justified the significant cut, exceeding 50%, by citing the country's financial situation.

The Spanish bishops and the government are set to sign a protocol to indemnify victims of abuse, with the agreement expected to include specific compensation amounts for cases that have already judicially prescribed.

Portuguese bishops have finalized the compensation values for victims of abuse, which will be communicated individually and confidentially to each victim soon. The decision will be accompanied by a detailed justification.

A municipal service in Spain that assists approximately 1,500 women who are victims of abuse has initiated a strike, citing excessive workload and bureaucracy as threats to service quality and staff well-being.

Edmund Rice Education Australia has agreed to provide full compensation to victims of abuse committed by the Christian Brothers, following a backdown after controversial property sales.

This article explores the reasons why male victims of domestic abuse often remain silent, challenging the common perception that women are always the victims and men the perpetrators.

The Portuguese Parliament has approved a law exempting IRS (income tax) for compensation paid to victims of abuse within the Church, a diploma resulting from the merger of government and opposition party proposals, now awaiting promulgation.

Charities are voicing concerns over 'Renaître,' a new decentralized support system for victims of abuse within the French Catholic Church, fearing uneven treatment and deteriorating support as it replaces a national independent body.

The Czech Bishops' Conference has signed a memorandum with the association "Někdo Ti uvěří" to collaborate on assisting victims of abuse within the church, emphasizing efforts to protect children.

The Vatican has issued an apology in Peru to victims of abuse committed by the Sodalicio religious organization. A mass was held, officiated by Spanish priest Jordi Bertormeu, with Peruvian cardinals and the victims present.

The Catholic Church in New York has offered to pay over seven billion Swedish kronor (approximately $670 million USD) to victims of abuse.

The government of Newfoundland and Labrador has agreed to a $45.8 million settlement to compensate victims of abuse at Catholic-run institutions, pending judicial approval.

The Portuguese government has decided to exempt financial compensation paid to victims of abuse within the Catholic Church from income tax. This measure aims to avoid further penalizing the victims.

A man has been convicted for leading a woman to suicide, marking a historic moment for victims of abuse as the court recognized continuous abuse as a significant factor in her death.

The Portuguese Episcopal Conference (CEP) has concluded its process of attributing compensations to victims of abuse, an act that some view as not fully reflecting an internalization of responsibility.

Lawyer Sylvia Gancárová, a former police investigator, discusses how victims of domestic violence can sometimes become perpetrators after years of abuse, urging women in violent relationships to leave early.

In 2025, over 20 cases of femicide were registered. This is how the data from the Activity Report of the National Coordination Council for the Prevention and Combating of Violence... looks.

A collective of former students from Catholic Lasallian schools has reported 165 victims of abuse, including rapes, beatings, torture, and acts of barbarism, occurring from the 1950s to the early 1990s, attributing it to an 'institutionalized climate of terror'.