Safeguarding

Safeguarding is the action the Church can take to promote a safer culture.

This means the church will promote the welfare of children, young

people and adults, work to prevent abuse from occurring, seek to

protect those that are at risk and respond well to those who have beenabused.

Safeguarding is about protecting people with regard to their health,

wellbeing and human rights and is fundamental to flourishing Christian communities.

J19 Circle of Churches are fully committed to providing a safe environment

for all activities and events in our churches. The spiritual, physical and

emotional wellbeing of all is core to our community and we seek to ensure

that our work with young people and vulnerable adults is secure and

supportive. Remember: Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility!

How to respond to disclosure - the 4R’s:

Recognise

Respond

Record

Refer

Safeguarding concerns should be passed to the Parish Safeguarding Officer

or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer within 24 hours.

Christchurch PSO:

Christina Taylor

St George PSO:

Richard Humphries

St Mary PSO:

Daphne Vise

Diocesan Safeguarding Manager

Ben Goodhind

or out of hours contact thirtyone:eight on 0303 003 1111

In case of an emergency call the Police or dial 999.