The Church Report

The Church Report was a 1975 investigation by the U.S. government into the welfare of children in the Catholic Church. It examined allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct by priests, revealing a pattern of concealment and mishandling by church authorities. The report highlighted systemic failures and called for greater accountability and reforms to protect children. It played a significant role in increasing awareness about abuse within religious institutions and prompted further investigations and policy changes to prevent future harm.