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At least four serious sexual abuse incidents were reported, including three near the caf\u00e9 and one involving a member of the organizing team as the perpetrator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional minor incidents occurred after a temporary closure, culminating in a major undisclosed case that sealed its fate. The organizers admitted to reacting slowly to the initial abuse, feeling overwhelmed, and struggling with internal divisions. They implemented a code of conduct and stricter standards with external help, but ultimately announced the permanent closure on Instagram, citing ongoing safety issues.The Rat &amp; Tat Centre, which hosted the caf\u00e9, receives \u20ac446,470 annually from the Bremen city-state government for 2024 and 2025\u2014funds now wasted on a project that failed to protect vulnerable participants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Operators reflected on their role in enabling such dynamics, banning all known perpetrators and vowing to expel their protectors, but uncertainty lingers about reopening a similar trans space.This scandal underscores the risks of state-sponsored initiatives that prioritize radical gender ideology over safety and accountability. 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