Hello wonderful forum members. In light of the recent news of George Pell's sentence being overturned, many of us are lost for words, and of course feel as though the justice system has let us down. We must hold our soft hearts, and straighten our backs, but know that we are unified in strength, resilience and the ability to push through and make sense of this together.
This thread is a safe space for people to unpack and process about today's news. As difficult as it can be when we're in pain, I'd remind members to consider the guidelines as we support one another through this.
The BlueKnot foundation are open between 9am-5pm today and can be reached on 1300 657 380. They are a national counselling service whose staff are highly skilled in supporting people processing sexual abuse and trauma.
We're all in this together, sending every good thought to those affected by this news.
Yeah spot on, absolutely heartbreaking when an entire jury gave up their time and lives to ensure justice was implemented as it should be. Really sad @Razzle But the justice system are not everything, the people here on SANE Forums still care, I still care and I believe the broader community does too. Navigating the world will be no easy feat for this man moving forward. 
Sending you every thought.
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Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.
SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.