paedophile tourism

Paedophiles could be stripped of parental rights under new law

Paedophiles could be stripped of parental rights under new law. When I first heard about this proposed law in Wales, my initial reaction was one of disbelief. How is it possible that convicted paedophiles still have parental rights in the first place? It seems like a no-brainer to me that someone who has committed such heinous acts should not be allowed to have any involvement in raising a child, let alone have parental rights protected by law.

The fact that this proposal is specifically targeted towards convicted paedophiles, and not just anyone with paedophilic tendencies, adds an important layer of nuance.… Continue reading

Medellín declares war on sex tourism after US citizen found with two little girls at a hotel

I recently came across a news article that left me in shock and dismay – the story of Medellín declaring war on sex tourism after a U.S. citizen was found with two little girls in a hotel. The fact that this man, identified as Timothy Allan Livingston, was not caught in the act of sexually abusing them is horrifying. The exploitation and abuse of children is a vile act that should not go unpunished.

The mayor of Medellín, Federico Gutiérrez, announced decrees to prohibit sex work in the area for six months and enforce a 1 a.m. closing time for bars in the vicinity.… Continue reading