In a groundbreaking moment for New Zealand, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has issued a formal apology to the victims of abuse in care homes. This apology follows a detailed inquiry that brought to light the harrowing abuse faced by around 200,000 children and vulnerable adults in state and faith-based care from 1950 to 2019. The report revealed that many of these individuals belonged to Māori, Pacific communities, and those with disabilities. Luxon's apology underscored the government's commitment to reform the outdated care system, stating, “It was horrific. It was heartbreaking. It was wrong. And it should never have happened.” The six-year inquiry uncovered various abuses, ranging from rape to forced labor, often exacerbated in faith-based institutions, which demonstrated higher instances of sexual abuse. Victims were frequently ignored or silenced, with many dying before attaining justice. Luxon's remarks have been a turning point, leading to over 100 recommendations, including public apologies and necessary legislative changes to ensure such abuses are reported. The government is actively addressing 28 of these recommendations, with plans to establish a National Remembrance Day, occurring on November 12 next year, to commemorate the apology. Luxon emphasized the collective responsibility of society to prevent future abuses and honor the survivors.
New Zealand's Historic Apology: PM Addresses Care Home Abuse Scandal
New Zealand's Historic Apology: PM Addresses Care Home Abuse Scandal
In a heartfelt parliamentary address, PM Christopher Luxon apologizes to survivors of the extensive abuse in state-run and faith-based care homes in New Zealand.
New Zealand's Historic Apology: PM Addresses Care Home Abuse Scandal
In a heartfelt parliamentary address, PM Christopher Luxon apologizes to survivors of the extensive abuse in state-run and faith-based care homes in New Zealand.
In a groundbreaking moment for New Zealand, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has issued a formal apology to the victims of abuse in care homes. This apology follows a detailed inquiry that brought to light the harrowing abuse faced by around 200,000 children and vulnerable adults in state and faith-based care from 1950 to 2019. The report revealed that many of these individuals belonged to Māori, Pacific communities, and those with disabilities. Luxon's apology underscored the government's commitment to reform the outdated care system, stating, “It was horrific. It was heartbreaking. It was wrong. And it should never have happened.” The six-year inquiry uncovered various abuses, ranging from rape to forced labor, often exacerbated in faith-based institutions, which demonstrated higher instances of sexual abuse. Victims were frequently ignored or silenced, with many dying before attaining justice. Luxon's remarks have been a turning point, leading to over 100 recommendations, including public apologies and necessary legislative changes to ensure such abuses are reported. The government is actively addressing 28 of these recommendations, with plans to establish a National Remembrance Day, occurring on November 12 next year, to commemorate the apology. Luxon emphasized the collective responsibility of society to prevent future abuses and honor the survivors.
In a heartfelt parliamentary address, PM Christopher Luxon apologizes to survivors of the extensive abuse in state-run and faith-based care homes in New Zealand.
In a groundbreaking moment for New Zealand, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has issued a formal apology to the victims of abuse in care homes. This apology follows a detailed inquiry that brought to light the harrowing abuse faced by around 200,000 children and vulnerable adults in state and faith-based care from 1950 to 2019. The report revealed that many of these individuals belonged to Māori, Pacific communities, and those with disabilities. Luxon's apology underscored the government's commitment to reform the outdated care system, stating, “It was horrific. It was heartbreaking. It was wrong. And it should never have happened.” The six-year inquiry uncovered various abuses, ranging from rape to forced labor, often exacerbated in faith-based institutions, which demonstrated higher instances of sexual abuse. Victims were frequently ignored or silenced, with many dying before attaining justice. Luxon's remarks have been a turning point, leading to over 100 recommendations, including public apologies and necessary legislative changes to ensure such abuses are reported. The government is actively addressing 28 of these recommendations, with plans to establish a National Remembrance Day, occurring on November 12 next year, to commemorate the apology. Luxon emphasized the collective responsibility of society to prevent future abuses and honor the survivors.
