abused

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Melanie Sakoda, a survivor support coordinator in the Bay Area for SNAP, the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests, is also disappointed with Francis’ leadership.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2023

Indeed, the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests, known as SNAP, said in a statement that “to us, this is not shocking news.”

From New York Times • Jan. 20, 2022

Schol thanked those who had been involved in the mediation process, including the Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice, for seeking “just resolution” and healing for the survivors.

From Washington Post • Dec. 31, 2021

Under the Boy Scouts’ reorganization plan, the appointment of the special reviewer requires the approval of a group called the Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice, which is a leading supporter of the plan.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 7, 2021

A doll would stand a swell chance in Jack's with a big sign reading, 'Go see 'The Abused Cruller' at the Folly' on her vertebrae, now wouldn't she?

From The Sorrows of a Show Girl by McGaffey, Kenneth