A message for all Safeguarding Nominated People and Incumbents: (originally sent July 2018) Please do take some time over the next couple of months to discuss, complete and returnContinue reading
Tag: Safeguarding
SCIE Survivors Survey
SCIE (Social Care Institute for Excellence) have made a survey available in relation to survivors of abuse. The initial closing date for this is 8th August, for a first summary being published in October. The survey will remain open after this date, though, and all responses will be reviewed again in January 2019.
Car wash app to help spot signs of slavery
Drivers urged to join information-gathering effort against modern slavery in hand car washes.
Research into allegations of abuse
Dr Craig Harper from Nottingham Trent University, along with colleagues from the Church of England, is conducting some research on how members of various communities make sense of allegations ofContinue reading
A letter from the Archbishops-IICSA
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, “so, Jesus got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured waterContinue reading
Not on Our Turf campaign to bring an end to modern slavery and human trafficking
Churches and other community leaders across Cheltenham are backing a campaign to bring an end to modern day slavery and human trafficking.
Safeguarding presentation given by Bishop Rachel
Safeguarding presentation given by Bishop Rachel at the General Synod
Domestic Abuse Workshops 2018
Would you know the signs of Domestic Abuse? Domestic Abuse—it’s a matter of life and death On average two women are killed by their partner or ex-partner every weekContinue reading
Will you take action to prevent violence?
I have worked in safeguarding for over ten years and there are situations that I have been involved in which I will always remember… A 14 year old girl toldContinue reading
Learn how social media can directly impact children’s mental health
Be a part of a digital awakening An informative evening for parents of children from Junior school age through to 13 years old. Learn how social media can directly impact children’sContinue reading
July Safeguarding Team News
Firstly, a huge welcome to Brett Riches who joins us as the new job share partner for Becca. Brett works Mondays to Wednesdays, and Becca works Wednesdays to Fridays. CheckContinue reading
Safeguarding Team News
First of all a big welcome to Brett Riches who is joining us at the end of April as our new part time Diocesan Safeguarding Officer to work alongside Becca. Continue reading
Safeguarding Training
We are holding Safeguarding Training at St Mary’s Church, Newent. This core training is for PCC members, church wardens, bell tower captains and their deputies, pastoral visitors, nominated people andContinue reading
Diocesan Synod Meeting
Our Diocesan Synod Meeting will take place today from 9.30am to 12.30 at St John’s, Churchdown. Safeguarding will be the main agenda item for the first half of the meeting, andContinue reading
Security message from Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the MET Police
Security message from Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the MET Police
Why your church needs to know about Pokémon GO
UPDATE 15/07/2016: The NSPCC has issued advice to parents of those children playing Pokémon GO in the UK. Whilst we would encourage churches to engage with those playing the game, beContinue reading
Domestic abuse, an every day story?
Everybody knows that after months away from The Archers – Radio 4’s daily soap – re-entry is accomplished within a couple of episodes because nothing ever happens. That is, everybodyContinue reading
What will you be doing in five years time?
Thinking back on all that’s happened to me in the past five years is a long list of the usual ups and down of life! Children have grown up andContinue reading
What I have in common with the Archbishop of Canterbury
We both love The West Wing! On his Desert Island he asked for the complete DVD box set – seven series – to take as his luxury item! It isContinue reading
