Tag Archives: Sexual Abuse

The Dove Musical Showcase On Sexual Assault In Harlem

Michelle Gabriel

With the recent case of three women being kidnapped and sexually assaulted in Cleveland, Ohio, the timing for this event is perfect. On May 25th, 2013 a Musical Showcase the will spread awareness, on the issue of “Sexual Assault,” within the Harlem community. Continue reading

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Sexual Abuse Of 9-Year-Old During Class, Lunch At Harlem School Went Unpunished

abuse31n-1-webA third-grade girl was sexually abused by fellow classmates on school property — and authorities did nothing to stop it, the alleged victim’s mother told the Daily News. Continue reading

Auditions To Kick Off For The New Boys and Girls Choir of Harlem

Five years after the Boys Choir of Harlem stopped performing amid a sexual-abuse scandal and financial collapse, an effort to resurrect the group has taken an important step forward, with auditions planned next week for a new set of singers. Continue reading

Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Support Group

The Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Support Group provides members with the opportunity to “tell their story” in a safe and supportive setting, and to witness and validate each others’ experiences. Continue reading

Harlem Teacher Arraigned on Sexual Abuse Charges

A West Harlem teacher was arraigned Thursday evening on charges that he sexually molested an 8-year-old girl. Continue reading

Harlem Teachers’ Aide Accused of Sexual Abuse

In a story posted by the NYTimes, Gregory Atkins, 56, was arraigned in Manhattan Criminal Court on charges of sexual abuse, attempted criminal sex act and endangering the welfare of a child.

On Monday, the schools chancellor, Dennis M. Walcott, along with P.S. 87’s principal, Monica Berry, and the head of the child abuse unit of the Manhattan district attorney’s office, are to meet with parents to answer questions and explain what steps to take if they suspect Mr. Atkins had inappropriate contact with their children, officials said. Continue reading

Why 200 Men Are Speaking Out on ‘Oprah’

Oprah Winfrey dared speak the truth of her sexual abuse many years ago, giving millions of women permission to acknowledge their abuse. Continue reading

Ex-Cop Convicted Of Sexual Abuse

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A former Community Affairs officer working out of Harlem’s 28th Precinct was convicted of sexually abusing two women, who claimed he used his position as a cop to promise them jobs or child care, get their contact information and later victimize them. Continue reading