Safeguarding Commitment Statement

Serving some of the most vulnerable people in communities through relationships of trust and respect is at the heart of the Society’s mission. By prioritising the safety and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, National Council commits to:

• acknowledging the rights and dignity of all individuals no matter their age, gender, background, beliefs, culture or abilities 

• fostering a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation 

• implementing the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and National Principles for Child Safe Organisations 

• maintaining and managing policies and procedures that build a strong culture of safeguarding 

• responding compassionately, promptly and appropriately to all safeguarding concerns or disclosures 

• continuously improving practices in line with current legislation, feedback and guided standards of excellence.