Nick Feik spent eight months looking into one of the worst institutional failures to protect children from sexual abuse this country has ever seen…It took him to the Tasmanian town of Deloraine and to Ashley Youth Detention Centre – where he found a culture of violence, child sexual abuse, cover-ups, blame-shifting and a system incapable of rooting out abusers. Today, contributor to The Monthly Nick Feik, on the child sexual abuse scandal that should be a national priority. If you or anyone you know needs mental health support, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14.For support related to child sexual abuse, you can call Bravehearts on 1800 272 831.Children and young people up to 25 can seek help via the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.Socials: Stay in touch with us on Twitter and InstagramGuest: Contributor to The Monthly, Nick FeikBackground Reading: The rotten coreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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