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Sexually abused at school

AnakNew Contributor

Sexually abused at school

This post is hard to write as I have been silent for 20 years. When I was 8 years old I was sexually abused at school by a teacher. I never told anyone because I was scared that no one would believe me.

I don't want to be silent anymore I want to tell my story so others too feel that they have a voice.
I have suffered during my adulthood with relationships, jobs and trusting other people.

Has anyone been in a similar situation? How did you get help and did you get lawyers, courts involved.
So much has been taken from me I want justice.

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In response to: Sexually abused at school

Zoe7Senior Contributor

Re: Sexually abused at school

Hi @Anak What you have been through is horrible and you have every right to want justice. It is very brave of you to want to tell your story and also to pursue this further through the legal system if that is the avenue you decide to take. Do you have any supports in place (psychologist/counsellor) presently that can help you through the next steps to take? Do you also have support of family/friends that can be by your side?

You may like to contact the Blueknot Foundation here to get some advice and help also.

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