Our Safe Church Policy
The Safe Church Policy addresses the obligations and responsibilities of churches to provide safe environments for all people that they engage with. This policy aims to:
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Embed in church culture
Embed safeguarding of children and vulnerable people in the leadership, governance and culture of the Church.
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Reduce risk
Reduce the risk of abuse occurring, especially to children and vulnerable people, and to ensure that a caring and appropriate response is taken should abuse occur. We have a zero tolerance for any type of abuse; and
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Procedures and processes
Ensure the Church has processes in place to act in an appropriate and timely manner to identify abuse and/or respond to allegations of abuse, reports of suspected abuse or grooming.
Find an affiliated church near you
Find a churchChurches of Christ endorses the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations , and adheres to our policy and its related documents to ensure alignment with these principles.