Abuse at the Salzburg deaf and mute institution: How does a system of violence remain secret for so long?

2023-06-09 04:41:19

Sabine Seichter, educational scientist at the University of Salzburg, in conversation regarding “black pedagogy”, what abuse of power does to children with their development – and how research and politics should now deal with it.

How are the events at the Salzburg deaf and mute institution to be classified in the context of the 1950s to 1980s? Sabine Seichter: Unfortunately, this is not an isolated case. It was the time of post-war pedagogy, although one can certainly speak of “black pedagogy”. An atmosphere of iron discipline and complete control was created in the facilities. Violence was seen as a legitimate means of punishment. The task now is to precisely analyze the structures in which abuse occurs. How can facilities that are actually shelters for children and …

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