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Safeguarding
Our Commitment
Safeguarding is not merely a matter of policy; it is a vital expression of our shared Christian calling and mission. As a community of faith, we are guided by the teachings of the Church to protect and stand alongside those who are most in need. This includes the safeguarding of children, young people, and adults at risk from any form of harm, abuse, or neglect. Each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and each deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. No one should feel unsafe in our parishes, communities, or at any event or activity offered by our Archdiocese.” (Statement from Archbishop John Wilson.
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https://rcaos.org.uk/mission/safeguarding/)
As a Catholic Parish here in St Joseph’s Roehampton and in line with the Archdiocese of Southwark and the whole Catholic Church of England and Wales, we are committed to building our community in which dignity is honoured, concerns are taken seriously, and help is always available. We are determined to listen well, to act wisely, and to care faithfully for one another.
Reporting
If you have a safeguarding concern, please report it immediately.
You may contact the parish office:
Contact: Ms Mamibeth Sarah Mendy
Mobile: 0774 126 5373
Email: roehampton1@safeguardrcaos.org.uk
You may also contact the Safeguarding Team of the Archdiocese of Southwark directly:
St Gabriel’s House, Westminster Bridge Road. London SE1 7FQ
Tel: 020 7261 1606
Email: safeguardingoffice@rcaos.org.uk
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If someone is in immediate danger, please contact the police or emergency services by calling 999.
For full details of safeguarding policies and procedures within the Archdiocese of Southwark,
please visit: rcaos.org.uk/mission/safeguarding/
Please be aware of the increasing risk of cybercrime and online fraud. If you ever receive an email stating a change in bank account details purporting to be from the Archdiocese or any of our Parishes, we recommend you contact us immediately by telephone on 0208 682 7880 before transferring any funds to the account, in order to verify that the email is genuine and not a scam.
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