Water Van Steenbrugge

Water Van Steenbrugge is a prominent Belgian lawyer known for his advocacy on behalf of victims of sexual abuse, particularly in cases involving the Catholic Church. He has been vocal in the legal proceedings related to the Church's handling of abuse allegations, emphasizing the need for proper treatment and acknowledgment of victims' rights. Recently, he has been involved in a lawsuit against the Belgian state by a group of abuse victims after a long-standing investigation, known as the Operation Cáliz, was archived, which they argue failed to adequately address the abuses and the responsibilities of the Church.