AUSTRALIA
The Australian Jewish News
Nechama Bendet’s decision to leave the Yeshivah Centre has been met with cheers by victims of child sexual abuse, who believe she should have left years ago.
Less than a week after Nechama Bendet announced that she has left the Yeshivah Centre, she told The AJN that she is “deeply sorry for the pain and suffering that victims” of child sexual abuse have endured.
Bendet, whose decision to leave is not directly connected to child sexual abuse allegations, spoke about her 27 years at the school.
“It has been a privilege to work with so many talented and dedicated people and I am grateful for all the assistance that I received throughout my time at Yeshivah,” said Bendet.
“I am overwhelmed by the beautiful outpouring of support that I received since my departure from Yeshivah was announced to staff last week.
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