According to the UN, the Pope should better prevent potential sexual violence in Catholic institutions – Vincenzo PINTO / AFP
UN experts on Monday expressed their “greatest concern” at the many accusations of sexual violence committed against children in Catholic institutions and called on the Pope to act.
These experts – who are mandated by the UN but do not speak on its behalf – condemned the “measures adopted by the Catholic Church to protect alleged perpetrators, cover up crimes and hinder accountability, which has led to impunity for the crimes committed ”, in a letter sent to the head of the Catholic Church.