Child Safeguarding Policy Statement of the Constituent Members of the Catholic Church in Ireland
As a constituent member of the Catholic Church in Ireland, we recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children, are committed to ensuring their safety and well-being, and will work in partnership with parents/guardians to do this. We recognise each child as a gift from God, and we value and encourage the participation of children in all activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, intellectual and social development.
All Church personnel (including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers) have a responsibility to safeguard children through promoting their welfare, health and development in a safe and caring environment that supports their best interests and prevents abuse.
Details of Personnel to Contact if you are Concerned about the Welfare and Safety of Children
| DLP*: | Mr Andrew Fagan (Dubin Diocese) |
01 836 0314 |
| An Garda Siochana: | Blessington Garda Station, Main Street, Blessington, Co. Wicklow W91 WD68 |
045 857620 |
| Garda National Protective Services Bureau |
01 666 3430 01 666 3435 |
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| Garda Child Sexual Abuse Free Phone |
1800 555 222 | |
| Child Protection Service: | Child and Family Agency, St Marys, Craddockstown Road, Naas, Co Kildare |
(045) 920000 |
| Towards Healing: | (Hearing Impaired Text line) | 1800 303 416
085 802 2859 |
| Rape Crisis Centre (Dublin) |
1800 77 88 88 |
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*Designated Liaison Person
For more information see here:
Diocesan Child Safeguarding & Protection Service
http://csps.dublindiocese.ie/
