Partnered Parishes in the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. In the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne, and in our parishes in particular, the safety and wellbeing of all persons is a priority that belongs to the very heart of our mission and activity.
Safeguarding Children & Families Young People Policy
Code of Conduct From February 2024
Parish, Agency & Entity Statement of Commitment People Policy
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Commitment To Child Safety
The Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne holds the care, safety, and wellbeing of children as central and fundamental responsibilities of the Church. This commitment is drawn from and inherent in the teaching and mission of Jesus Christ, with love, justice, and the sanctity of each human person belonging to the heart of the Gospel.
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Our Policies
At Mentone-Parkdale East and Ricketts Point Parishes we likewise hold the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility of our parishes.
Our Child Safety Policy, Child Code of Conduct and associated policies and procedures have a specific focus on safeguarding children and young people at St Patrick’s, St John Vianney’s, Stella Maris and St Joseph's against sexual, physical, psychological and emotional abuse or neglect.
If you see something that concerns you, please contact our Child Safety Officer at MentoneParkdaleEast@cam.org.au
​Or you can contact the Safeguarding Unit at the Archdiocese of Melbourne, open from Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm:
Phone: (03) 9287 5564
Email: safeguardingunit@cam.org.au
Let's Work Together
'The effective protection of minors and a commitment to ensure their human and spiritual development, in keeping with the dignity of the human person, are integral parts of the Gospel message that the Church and all members of the faithful are called to spread throughout the world.' Pope Francis