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Testimony of survivors has ‘much to teach the Church’
A National Survivors’ Day morning tea held in Canberra under the theme, Honouring Every Survivor, brought together Catholic organisations to recognise survivors, hear personal testimony, and reflect on the Church’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding and rebuilding trust. Source: Catholic Voice.
Resource to help students learn about respectful relationships
Australian Catholic University theologians and safeguarding experts have designed a new suite of resources to support Catholic educators to plan and deliver evidence-based and theologically-informed respectful relationships education.
ACU honours CEO who has spent 40 years on the front line
Australian Catholic University has conferred an honorary doctorate on social worker and family therapist Robyn Miller for her decades-long work advocating for the protection of children and vulnerable families.
Protection of Minors Commission sets priorities for next phase
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors has concluded its October Plenary Assembly, which focused on survivor participation, safeguarding in consecrated life, and protecting children online. Source: Vatican News.
Audit highlights Capuchins’ strong commitment to safeguardingÂ
A safeguarding audit report of the Order of Friars Minor (Capuchin) published today by Australian Catholic Safeguarding Ltd has found strong commitment to safeguarding across the religious institute’s operations.
Prayer Service of Lament held for survivors of abuse
Melbourne Archdiocese held its annual Prayer Service of Lament for survivors of abuse on Tuesday, the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Dioceses in joint effort to offer healing and support
Sydney Archdiocese and Parramatta Diocese have collaborated to provide a healing and support service for people who have experienced harm within a Church context, as well as their family members and others indirectly affected. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
We can build communities where every person is safe: Bishop Bennet
Catholics around Australia will mark Safeguarding Sunday on September 13, with the theme, “Love Protects”, recognising that safeguarding is a practical expression of Christian love. Source: ACBC.
Parramatta Diocese names new chair of Safeguarding Council
Parramatta Diocese has appointed Robert Fitzgerald, one of Australia’s leaders in child protection and institutional governance, as chair of its Safeguarding Council. Source: Catholic Outlook.