What is changing in the handling of sexualised violence?

An overview of recent developments in state law, in particular the UBSKM Act

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  • Prof Dr Rixen University of Cologne

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17879/zkr-2025-9149

Keywords:

Child protection, churches, reappraisal of sexual abuse in institutions, sexual abuse, sexual violence

Abstract

Dealing with the consequences of sexual violence remains a challenge for both the state and society. The article gives an overview of the most recent legal developments in Germany and highlights challenges that particularly affect the churches in Germany.

Author Biography

Prof Dr Rixen, University of Cologne

Stephan Rixen (born 1967) is Professor of Public Law, Social Economy and Health Law at the University of Bayreuth.

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Published

2026-02-04

Issue

Vol. 4 (2025)

Section

Comments on law

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