CIFS - Cult Information & Family Support

14/03/2026

https://www.storiesthatstir.com/event-details-registration/olive-leaf-network-australia-stories-that-stir-r-collaboration-brisbane-breaking-free?fbclid=IwY2xjawQhrV5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMMzRKM29yM3FDRGlPUTlic3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoEeBPiTY1KUOOJ3m-SJneIvvrdT1WOU9wTa6omBxLBNlBgUsFJ0y1WOWsFr_aem_vzbhHqQu4Vs7T2Rb-f7E_w

Feel inspired with six raw and personal stories on the topic of BREAKING FREE, in all its shapes and forms. Please join us for an inspiring afternoon that will make you laugh, cry, and view the world in a different light.

27/02/2026

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-27/charity-status-of-high-control-religious-groups-cult-inquiry/106359400

An analysis of submissions to Victoria's inquiry into cults and fringe groups shows many of the groups hold charity status.

27/02/2026

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-05/acnc-investigation-shincheonji-charity-status/106307482

The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission says it is investigating the charity status of Shincheonji, which featured prominently in the Victorian parliamentary inquiry into cults and fringe groups.

07/02/2026

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-07/ex-shincheonji-members-allege-financial-abuse-church-cult/106247460?utm_medium=social&utm_content=sf279896923&utm_campaign=abc_melbourne&utm_source=m.facebook.com&fbclid=IwY2xjawPzY6xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2UEFvRVhOQ0x1TUFEVHFJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmvDqneiLo8V8OKqbgMWUvf1HbS9s2O3DBsAYZFGhOgdqr82X9HkFIsBmRj1_aem_urUqBuUtiLy87kC_g8XhTw

Former members of Christian fringe group Shincheonji have alleged financial abuse by the religious organisation.

01/02/2026

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-02/ex-shincheonji-member-says-religion-cult-recruiting-pastors/106257352

A former member of cult-like religious group Shincheonji says the group targets pastors around the world in an attempt to boost membership by recruiting entire congregations.

18/01/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iU0iEY6PR_A

NOTE FROM TED: Do not look to this talk for medical advice and always seek professional help if you are struggling. This talk only represents the speaker's p...

16/01/2026

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-16/apocalyptic-christian-cult-shincheonji-spreads-across-australia/106202480?utm_source=abc_news_app&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_app&utm_content=link&fbclid=IwY2xjawPWibpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE0ekdyRGdxdjZVM0RLVFR5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHk0PJr_KsqzOxqDzEAWZ-Zr_zzVKcn4wRHdtEXJpvnQwe9_127lipZXdolkK_aem_a3GkXoljhcbBb0fGJbrA4Q

Documents leaked to the ABC reveal an "apocalyptic Christian cult" is targeting Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Darwin.

24/10/2025

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/oct/23/australia-cults-crisis-people-falling-prey-control-ntwnfb

Inquiry hears of boom in cult activity as coercive groups promise recruits ‘simple answers to complex problems’

14/09/2025

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-11/big-brethren/105761202

Four Corners is the home of Australian investigative journalism.

14/08/2025

If you plan to attend this weekend can you register your interest at [email protected] It will be a real help to have an idea of numbers asap. Thankyou

02/08/2025

Herald Sun | Saturday August 2nd, 2025