Matthias Katsch
Matthias Katsch is a German survivor and activist known for his work with the Eckiger Tisch association, which documents clerical violence and advocates for victims of sexual abuse within the Catholic Church. His advocacy emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for survivors, particularly in light of the Church's historical failures to address sexual abuse cases. Katsch has been vocal about the need for concrete changes in church law to ensure a genuine commitment to preventing abuse and supporting victims.
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Matthias Katsch described the study as an important step towards addressing the present situation regarding abuse.
Studie zu Missbrauch im Bistum Trier: Bischöfe Marx und Ackermann bitten um Verzeihung
Luxembourg· 2025-10-30
Matthias Katsch commented on Pope Leo's efforts to address the Church’s scandals.
Canadian among survivors of Catholic sexual abuse who met with Pope Leo
Canada· 2025-10-20
Matthias Katsch expressed the hope for justice and better guarantees for vulnerable children and adults.
El papa se reunió con víctimas de abusos sexuales por parte de miembros de la Iglesia
Dominican Republic· 2025-10-20
Matthias Katsch criticized the presence of compromised cardinals in Rome.
Katholische Kirche: Wie die Missbrauchskrise das Konklave überschattet - Politik
Germany· 2025-05-06
Matthias Katsch criticized the Church's lack of action regarding abuse, stating that zero tolerance is an empty slogan.
Cardeal peruano acusado de abuso sexual e afastado da Igreja desafia Francisco ao participar das atividades pré-conclave
Brazil· 2025-05-02
Matthias Katsch, a survivor and activist, criticized the Church's measures against abuse as insufficient.
Juan Luis Cipriani, el cardenal acusado de abuso sexual que desafía a Francisco después de muertoDominican Republic· 2025-05-01Matthias Katsch is a survivor and activist who criticized the Church's handling of abuse cases.
Juan Luis Cipriani, el cardenal peruano señalado de abuso sexual que desafía al papa Francisco después de muerto
Costa Rica· 2025-05-01