: There is a critical need for better resources at the police level, such as officers trained in South African Sign Language, to ensure every victim has a voice.
Despite these obstacles, the investigation has sparked a national conversation in South Africa. The CRL Rights Commission has become a vital resource for investigating religious leaders, and high-level figures—including President Cyril Ramaphosa—have expressed public outrage over these findings. How to Support the Investigation Vickys Investigation
: The first step in breaking the cycle of abuse is creating an environment where victims are believed, not rebuked. : There is a critical need for better
Vicky’s work is far from over, as new cases continue to surface. For those following this story or looking to help, advocacy remains the strongest tool: How to Support the Investigation : The first
In recent years, a shadow has been cast over some of the most sacred spaces in our communities. Investigative journalist has been at the forefront of a harrowing but necessary journey, documented in reports such as those featured on Religion Unplugged , uncovering a crisis of pastoral sex crimes and the systemic barriers facing victims today. The Complex Path to Reporting
One of the most sobering findings from Vicky’s ongoing work is the "gauntlet" victims must run to achieve justice. Rather than finding sanctuary, many who come forward to church authorities are met with:
Seeking Justice: Inside Vicky’s Investigation into Pastoral Abuse