What to Do if You Suspect Sexual Abuse
Reporting to the Police
Reporting to an Organization or Company
Although it is always best to report any allegations of sexual abuse to the proper authorities, a company or organization can initiate an investigation. Make sure to report your suspicions to someone who has the authority to investigate the abuse and take immediate action.
Keep in mind, the abuser and any organization with which he/she is associated, have a vested interest in hiding or denying a claim. Hence, a report from the abuser that the allegations are false, or from the organization that they found no credibility to the allegations during their own investigation, should not necessarily end the inquiry. Parents and older victims need to be invested in the investigation as well. Find out:
- Who was interviewed?
- What was asked?
- Are there witnesses?
- Were there other incidents?
- Is this the first time you’ve gotten a complaint about Ms. Davis?