Safeguarding is of primary concern in the Permanent Diaconate, particularly in support of children and vulnerable adults. In line with Diocesan policies and procedures, we:
- Implement our diocesan-agreed Policy (available soon) which includes a Communication Plan.
- Ensure deacons and men in formation are kept up to date with Safeguarding Information, through direct e-mail and our quarterly newsletter.
- Review our communications plan regularly, and revise annually.
- Maintain regular discussion on Safeguarding matters with key organisations, including the Southern Diaconate and National Diaconate.
- Include a Safeguarding agenda item on all Directors' and Leadership Team meetings.
- Use this website to inform those associated with the Permanent Diaconate to its commitment to Safeguarding.
For further information on Safeguarding visit the Westminter Diocesan webpages https://rcdow.org.uk/safeguarding/
In an emergency, dial 999.