ECA Global’s Landmark Meeting on Clerical Abuse in the Philippines Gains Widespread Media Coverage
ECA Global's recent meeting addressing clerical pedophilia in the Philippines has garnered significant media attention, highlighting the organization's commitment to combating this critical issue. The event was widely covered by international news outlets, emphasizing its success in bringing the topic to the forefront. The Associated Press reported on the launch of an online database by BishopAccountability.org, documenting over 80 Roman Catholic priests accused of sexually abusing minors in the Philippines. This initiative underscores the pervasive nature of the problem and the need for continued vigilance. apnews.com Crux Now also highlighted new data revealing that at least 82 priests and religious brothers associated with the Philippines have been publicly accused of sexual abuse involving minors. This information further stresses the importance of ECA Global's efforts in addressing and preventing such abuses. [...]
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Philippines: In 2002 the Catholic Church apologized for sexual abuses, including adultery, homosexuality and child abuse by 200 priests over the previous 20 years. In 2003 at least 34 priests were suspended in a sex abuse scandal involving sexual harassment of women. Twenty men were from a single diocese. In 2011, a priest accused of sexually abusing a 17-year-old female minor was sheltered by his Bishop, despite calls for his surrender to civil authorities.