We are committed to ensuring our community is safe for all who participate in worship, programs, ministries, or who visit here, so that all people have a safe and rewarding experience. All who work with children or youth have completed Safe Ministry Training and all Clergy, and volunteers are subject to strict employment measures such as Working With Children checks. This Parish is committed to be
ing a safe place where survivors of abuse experience care and support. Professional Standards Protocols are in place to provide procedures for handling complaints of misconduct. If you would like to speak with someone please phone 1800 774 945, or email the Director of Professional Standards directly at:
[email protected] or [email protected] or write to PO Box 494, Newcastle, NSW 2300
A copy of the Parish Safety Policy can be viewed at:
https://www.newcastleanglican.org.au/safe-ministry/parish-safety-policy/
A copy of our Code of Conduct, Faithfulness in Service can be viewed at:
https://www.newcastleanglican.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Faithfulness-in-Service-Anglican-Diocese-of-Newcastle-July-2020.pdf
A copy of the Adult Commitment to the Safety of Children can be viewed at:
https://www.newcastleanglican.org.au/governance/safe-ministry/adult-commitment-to-the-safety-of-children/
The Office of Children’s Guardian SAFE Series can be viewed at:
https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/resources
