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Report Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse

Find support for victims and survivors of sexual abuse by clergy and faith leaders in Wisconsin. 
Call to report current and past abuse: 1-877-222-2620, or report abuse using our online reporting tool:  

Report Abuse

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WHO CAN REPORT?
Survivors of sexual abuse by clergy and faith leaders

The Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse online reporting tool and toll-free reporting line are for victims and survivors to report current and past abuse from clergy and faith leaders.

HOW CAN I REPORT ABUSE?
Use the online reporting tool or call the toll-free reporting number

Survivors can report abuse by using the online reporting tool or calling 1-877-222-2620. (M-F 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

WILL ANYONE KNOW I REPORTED?
Survivors names are confidential

The online reporting tool and toll-free reporting number are not affiliated with any faith group or church organization. They are supported by the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Office of Crime Victim Services.

HOW WILL MY INFORMATION BE USED?
To help us understand the issue and decide next steps

Information gathered from the online reporting tool and toll-free reporting line will not be shared outside the Wisconsin Department of Justice without permission. The information will be reviewed along with any other relevant information received to determine if further investigation is appropriate.

WHAT WILL THE OUTCOME BE?
Outcomes depend on the information gathered
  • Victims and survivors will be connected with support resources and services.
  • A referral for criminal investigation or prosecution may occur.
  • The Wisconsin Department of Justice will work to verify the accuracy of lists of clergy and faith leaders with substantiated allegations of sexual abuse.
WHAT IF I’M NOT READY TO REPORT BUT NEED SUPPORT?
Contact the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Office of Crime Victim Services

The Office of Crime Victim Services’ Clergy and Faith Leader Abuse toll-free reporting line has trained Victim Services Specialists who can provide support, resources and referrals to local survivor services.

Call: 1-877-222-2620

(M-F 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)