“Funding secured for full-time position to support independent commission in tackling sexual abuse in Münster diocese”

The money is to be used to finance a full-time position over the next three and a half years. The person is to accompany the work of the independent commission to deal with sexual abuse in the diocese of Münster. The committee consists of eight honorary members who act outside of church structures.

Independence should be preserved

Unlike in other dioceses, the members are not appointed by the bishop, the Biszum Münster reports. This is supposed to show the independent character of the “Independent Review Commission” (UAK) underline. Members are three victims of sexual abuse. They were elected at a meeting of those affected in March 2023.