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United States and Europe are reinforcing legal tools to respond to fraudulent allegations of sexual abuse, while protecting themselves and genuine victims.

Local Church•Protection of vulnerable people

Chicago Archdiocese Takes Unusual Legal Stand Against Alleged Fraud Scheme in Clergy Abuse Cases

The archdiocese alleges that the operation functioned for years and involved individuals with criminal backgrounds, including gang members and convicted offenders. The alleged scheme reportedly came to light after a recorded prison telephone conversation surfaced in which one participant allegedly described false accusations as a source of «easy money.»

Protection of vulnerable people•Rome

Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors and Ending Clergy Abuse Hold First Structured Dialogue in Rome

Strong focus on the lived experience of victims and survivors in pursuit of truth, justice and reparation. Presentation of the work of the Commission and the new Statutes. Discussion of zero-tolerance of clerical child sexual abuse. Commitment to expand protection to persons in situations of vulnerability and strengthen victim/survivor support mechanisms. Agreement on closer collaboration and concrete next steps