Safeguarding

Commitment to Safeguarding

The emotional, physical, and spiritual safety, well-being, and dignity of all within our diocese is an integral part of the teachings and values of the Catholic Church.

The Diocese of Lismore is committed and dedicated to safeguarding all those within our community. We aim to foster communities of safety and care. We acknowledge our legal, moral, and spiritual responsibilities to care for – and uphold the dignity and rights of – children, young people, and adults at risk.

Most Rev Bishop Greg Homeming

Safeguarding | Diocese of Lismore

The Diocese of Lismore’s Safeguarding Team works to ensure that we all stay connected in our efforts to promote a safer Diocese and to keep us all up to date with relevant information and important updates.  The Diocese has a handbook that details all policies and procedures in relation to Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults.  A copy of this handbook is available from the Parish Office.

Safeguarding Team

Safeguarding Manager:
Julie Patston

Training & Compliance Officer:
Christine Thompson

Phone: 02 6621 9444
Email: safeguarding@lismore.catholic.org.au

Safeguarding | Parish

Our parish is committed to creating safe environments for all youth and vulnerable adults, and promoting a culture of care, respect and accountability.

We do this by having:

• Mandatory training for all staff and volunteers
• Mandatory screening of all staff and volunteers
• A working partnership with the Diocese of Lismore
• A zero-tolerance approach
• A culture of openess and safe disclosure
• Regular self-assessments and audits of our adherence to the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards.