Helping protect children from sexual abuse now and in the future
Who we are
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse was set up because of serious concerns that some organisations had failed and were continuing to fail to protect children from sexual abuse.
Our remit is huge, but as a statutory inquiry we have unique authority to address issues that have persisted despite previous inquiries and attempts at reform.
Investigations
We are examining what went wrong and why, and will challenge those institutions responsible. The evidence we gather will inform our recommendations to help protect children in the future.
Research
We have an ambitious research programme which will fill gaps in the knowledge about child sexual abuse and make sure our recommendations are informed by the latest learning.
The Truth Project
Our truth project offers the opportunity for Victims and Survivors to share their experience and be respectfully heard and acknowledged. By doing so, they will help us to better understand the long term impact of abuse. Their contribution will help us make recommendations about support needs, as well as challenging our assumptions of child sexual abuse.
Experiences Shared
These are some of the experiences of child sexual abuse shared with the Truth Project. All names and identifying details have been changed.
Get in touch
If you wish to ask a question about the Inquiry or if you have information to support our investigations please get in touch:
- You can call the Inquiry Information line on: 0800 917 1000 Open weekdays 8am-10pm, Saturdays 10am-12pm. Calls are free and do not show on your bill.
- You can share your experience through the Truth Project, either by emailing us at contact@iicsa.org.uk or using our online form.
- You can write to us via Freepost IICSA INDEPENDENT INQUIRY (no stamp required)
You can call the Inquiry Information line on: 0800 917 1000 Open weekdays 8am-10pm, Saturdays 10am-12pm. Calls are free and do not show on your bill.
You can share your experience through the Truth Project, either by emailing us at 
You can write to us via Freepost IICSA INDEPENDENT INQUIRY (no stamp required)We aim to respond to all calls, emails and letters within 15 working days, however, it may take longer to respond in busier periods.
Latest Inquiry Report
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse has published its Children Outside the United Kingdom Phase 2 Investigation Report.
Read our reportFinal investigation announced
The Inquiry has announced its fifteenth and final investigation into Effective Leadership of Child Protection. The investigation will focus on practical experience of leadership and management, with a public hearing set to take place in 2020.
Latest News
Inquiry report finds gaps in UK legal system are allowing known offenders to sexually abuse children abroad
The Inquiry has published its report on the protection of children outside the UK, focusing on the legal measures designed to prevent British child sex abusers from offending overseas.
Inquiry encourages child sexual abuse survivors to come to the Truth Project
The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse is today re-launching a public awareness campaign to ensure victims and survivors of child sexual abuse can be heard at the Truth Project.
Inquiry Information Line Christmas 2019 opening hours
The Inquiry Information Line will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
Seminars and Hearings
If you wish to attend Seminars or Public Hearings you can view our investigation and seminar timetables or consider whether to apply for special status in a future investigation.
If you attend at the hearing centre, you may hear experiences of child sexual abuse which may impact you. We have support workers available at our hearing centre during public hearings. We can also suggest further help and support resources.
Quarterly Statistics
The Inquiry is providing a statistical update on the three strands of our work.
Deaf Assistance
Help and support specifically curated for deaf users and organisations
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