
SAFEGUARDING
The FSSP District of Oceania has a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse in any form. And to this end the FSSP District of Oceania is committed to following robust Policies and Procedures to ensure that our Apostolates are a safe environment for all.
OUR SAFEGUARDING COMMITMENT
The Priestly Fraternity of St Peter upholds the dignity of all and is committed to promoting and maintaining safe and supportive environments, particularly for children and adults at risk. All people have the right to be protected from abuse. The Gospel of Christ shapes our relationship with children, adults at risk, their families, and the community.
We encourage environments that empower children and adults at risk to speak up and to be heard. We recognise the role of families and community in safeguarding children and adults at risk and welcome their input on how to improve the way we relate to them. We are building a culture of care, accountability and transparency upheld in our policies and processes including recruitment, induction, and daily operations. We are actively committed to building prevention and safeguarding practices into everyday practice and implementing governance reforms.
We act appropriately with children and adults at risk with whom we come into contact, including maintaining boundaries and exercising acceptable standards of behaviour at all times. All staff, volunteers and contractors are aware of their responsibilities in relation to the legislative requirements of relevant jurisdictions and our own complaints and safeguarding policies. Any concerns that are identified or brought forward in any way are acted on appropriately, sensitively and in a timely manner.
SAFEGUARDING POLICIES
WHO TO CONTACT
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If someone is in immediate danger, call the Police 000 (New Zealand: 111)
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You can also report concerns to the following government agencies:
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Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000
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NSW: Department of Communities and Justice Helpline 132 111
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SA: Department of Child Protection 131 478
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ACT: Children, Youth and Families 1300 556 729
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QLD: Department of Children, Youth and Justice 1800 811 810
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NZ: Oranga Tamariki 0508 326 459
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Where the alleged perpetrator is an FSSP church worker (paid or unpaid)
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Fr Michael McCaffrey, FSSP, District Superior (superior@fssp.net)
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Fr Nathan Pospischil, FSSP, Safeguarding Coordinator (safeguarding@fssp.net)
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In New Zealand, for concerns or complaints about someone in the Catholic Church, you can contact the National Office for Professional Standards (NOPS) 0800 114 622 or prof.standards@nzcbc.org.nz
NATIONAL CATHOLIC SAFEGUARDING STANDARDS
We are committed to implementing the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards (NCSS) which can be viewed at National Catholic Safeguarding Standards - Australian Catholic Safeguarding Ltd
For more information or to raise a concern, please contact:
Fr Michael MCCAFFREY, FSSP, District Superior (superior@fssp.net)
Fr Nathan POSPISCHIL, FSSP, Safeguarding Coordinator (safeguarding@fssp.net)
