Safeguarding Children, Young People and Adults at Risk Commitment Statement

“How precious is your unfailing love, O God!
All humanity finds shelter in the shadow of your wings.”
Psalm 36:7–8

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

In the Eparchy for Ukrainian Catholics in Australia, New Zealand & Oceania, we consider the safety and wellbeing of all persons to be our highest priority.

We acknowledge that children, young people and adults at risk may require additional safeguards to promote their safety and wellbeing and promote their participation.

Clergy, employees and volunteers are committed to upholding the right to safety of all persons and participating in a creating a culture of safety supported by policies, practices and procedures that strive to prevent abuse in the first instance and to respond appropriately and effectively if abuse does occur.

We are committed to a shared responsibility and culture of safety and to nurturing an inclusive and resilient environment for the diverse needs of our Churchwhere everyone can feel safe.

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