Safeguarding Policy Statement
We the Sisters of the Congregation of the Holy Family of Nazareth, are committed to respecting the dignity and uniqueness of each person. We fully recognise the responsibility and duty placed upon us to have arrangements in place to safeguard & promote the welfare of all persons entrusted to our care, and all the members of the province, our associates, volunteers, employees and all staff have an active part to play in protecting these said persons from harm.
What ever you do to the least of my Brethren, that, you do unto me.
(Matt. 25:40).
The Safeguarding procedures are intended to give assistance in identifying ways in which the best interests of those in our care may be nurtured. The procedures for good practice that we follow are in conformity with the statutory policies and procedures in place in those areas where we minister. They provide a frame work for those who exercise a ministry involving children and vulnerable adults, so that they can carry out those ministries with confidence.
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Reporting abuse
If you are concerned about the welfare of a child or adult at risk, do not delay in contacting the police, using 999 if a child or adult is believed to be in immediate danger.
It is the policy of the Catholic Church in England and Wales to report all allegations of abuse to statutory authorities, regardless of whether the abuse occurred recently or in the past, or whether the accused person is living or deceased.
If you are in any role within the Catholic Church in England and Wales, you must refer allegations directly to the safeguarding office for your diocese or religious congregation, or directly to the Police.
If you are a member of the public, please refer allegations directly to the police and also to the safeguarding office in your diocese; (the relevant Diocesan safeguarding office. You can contact CSSA by telephoning 0207 901 1920 or via email at admin@catholicsafeguardinguk.net
Alternatively, you may contact Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth (The Good Shepherd Province ) Safeguarding Lead, Sr Dominika Czerniak via email at safeguardingteam.csfn.enfield@gmail.com or by telephoning 020 8363 4483.
