SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN: POLICY AND STANDARDS FOR THE CATHOLIC CHURCH IN IRELAND 2024
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: Dolores Carroll
Pallottine Fathers, Homestead, Sandyford Rd, Dundrum, Dublin 16 K2X7
Ph: 0871867345 Email:dlp@pallottinesireland.org
Garda:
Slievenamon Rd,Thurles, Co. Tipperary E41DW67. Ph: 050425100 or
Garda National Protective Services (GNPSB) at 24 hr helpline:1800778888
Tusla:
Child and Family Agency, Tusla Building, St. Joseph’s Campus, Mulgrave Street Limerick Ph: 061 588688 or contact any Garda Station for out of hrs emergencies