New Zealand inquiry finds 200,000 children and vulnerable adults abused in care

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon apologized and promised reforms after a public inquiry revealed that around 200,000 children, young people, and vulnerable adults were abused in state and religious care over the past 70 years.

The report, covering 1950 to 2019, found that nearly one in three individuals in care experienced some form of abuse, potentially leading to billions in compensation claims.

Luxon expressed regret, calling it a “dark and sorrowful day” and vowed to improve. An official apology is set for November 12.

Survivors and supporters filled the public gallery as the report was debated in parliament, with many singing an Indigenous Maori song about love and unity after Luxon spoke.

The Royal Commission of Inquiry heard from over 2,300 survivors and documented severe abuses, including rape, sterilization, and electric shocks, particularly prevalent in the 1970s, Reuters has reported.

read more: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-apologise-after-enquiry-finds-200000-children-vulnerable-adults-2024-07-24/

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