Child Safeguarding Policy Statement

The Archdiocese of Dublin recognises and upholds the dignity and rights of all, children, is committed to ensuring their safety and well being and will work in partnership with parents/guardians to do this.

The Archdiocese recognise each child as a gift from God, and values and encourages the participation of children in all activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional intellectural and social development.

All diocesan personell (including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers) have a responsibility to safeguard children through promoting their welfare, health and development in a safe and caring enviroenment that supports their best interests and prevents abuse.

Your Parish Safeguarding Representatives Winnia Phelan and Frances Boland are contactable through the parish office.

If you have a concern about child abuse, please contact either:

Diocesan Safeguarding & Child Protection Service (CSPS) designated Liason Person.

Mr. Andrew Fagan, Director Child Safeguarding and Portection Service
Holy Cross Diocesan Centre, Clonliffe College,

Dublin 3. Tel. 01 8360314

(Monday - Friday 09:00 to 17:00)

Deputey designated Liaison Person

Ms Julie McCullough, Child Protection Officer, (CSPS) Tel: 8360314

Or

Tusla Office: St John's Road West, Kilmainham, Dublin 8 Tel 01 - 7718500(Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00)

Or your

Local Garda Station: Cabra Garda Station

01 6667600