Research participants wanted: Christian theology and child protection practices in the Church of England. Brett Riches, Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser, is conducting research for his dissertation as part of an MScContinue reading
Tag: Safeguarding
Mothers’ Union on 16 days of activism against gender-based violence
The Mothers’ Union is taking part in the 16 days against gender-based violence with its ‘No More 1 in 3’ campaign against domestic abuse and gender-based violence. The organisation hasContinue reading
iNEQE safeguarding audit – take the survey
The Diocese of Gloucester is one of the first few dioceses and cathedrals working with the new national safeguarding audit process with the iNEQE. As part of this audit theContinue reading
What it’s like to go on a Mental Health First Aider training course
In September, Jo Sanders, from St Catharine’s, Gloucester, attended the Mental Health First Aider training course, run by the Diocese of Gloucester. Having completed Safeguarding training, led by Becca Faal,Continue reading
Register your church for Safeguarding Sunday
On Sunday 19 November, churches across the Diocese are invited to join a national campaign marking Safeguarding Sunday together. The registration page for Safeguarding Sunday is now live and youContinue reading
Raising awareness of domestic abuse
Raising awareness of domestic abuse There is a requirement that the Raising awareness of domestic abuse course is completed by all clergy, PTO, Readers, Bishop and Pastoral visitors, Parish SafeguardingContinue reading
Leadership Safeguarding Training- 7 November & 14 November
This training is delivered online via Zoom. It is spread over two 90-minute sessions. It requires some pre learning to be submitted prior to the training. The second part willContinue reading
Safeguarding – Basic Awareness & Foundation
Basic and Foundation safeguarding courses are both available online through the Safeguarding Portal. However we are offering Face to Face training for those who prefer face to face training. The training willContinue reading
Leadership Safeguarding Training- 21 September & 28 September
This training is delivered online via Zoom. It is spread over two 90-minute sessions. It requires some pre learning to be submitted prior to the training. The second part willContinue reading
Recognising the difference a volunteer can make
After 10 years serving as Parish Safeguarding Officer at St Lawrence, Barnwood in Gloucester, Jane Brown has now stepped down. Popular and effective, Jane has made a lasting impression onContinue reading
Stand up to domestic abuse: Message from Bishop Rachel
A survey to understand the culture, behaviours, knowledge, and skills in the Church in terms of recognising and responding to domestic abuse
Risk assessments for activities with children and young people
Becca Faal, Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser, and Barrie Voyce, Senior Youth Connector, discuss the benefit that safeguarding risk assessments bring to planning and running activities with children and young people. BarrieContinue reading
Mental Health First Aider – 2 day training course
Mental Health First Aid England (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training programme. Through the training participants will gain the skills and confidence to spot the triggers and signs of mentalContinue reading
Resources from Safe Spaces
Safe Spaces, the national Church-related abuse support service has created three new posters to print and display in your churches and church buildings. One of the posters includes a scannableContinue reading
Safeguarding training for bell ringers – a practical guide
Safeguarding training is often considered something for people who work with children, but it is a mandatory requirement for a variety of church roles and responsibilities such as volunteers, whichContinue reading
Hidden Voices – taster course
Hidden Voices – taster course Empowering churches and communities to respond to modern slavery. Some people might ask What can churches and communities do about modern slavery? The truth isContinue reading
Raising awareness of domestic abuse
Raising awareness of domestic abuse There is a requirement that the Raising awareness of domestic abuse course is completed by all clergy, PTO, Readers, Bishop and Pastoral visitors, Parish SafeguardingContinue reading
Raising awareness of domestic abuse
Raising awareness of domestic abuse There is a requirement that the Raising awareness of domestic abuse course is completed by all clergy, PTO, Readers, Bishop and Pastoral visitors, Parish SafeguardingContinue reading
Raising awareness of domestic abuse
Raising awareness of domestic abuse There is a requirement that the Raising awareness of domestic abuse course is completed by all clergy, PTO, Readers, Bishop and Pastoral visitors, Parish SafeguardingContinue reading
Parish Safeguarding Officer Induction
This module is for all new parish safeguarding officers, existing parish safeguarding officers are also welcome. The aim of the course which is delivered either online or face to faceContinue reading
Journey through Lent with The Clewer Initiative
This Lent, The Clewer Initiative* invites you to join them in reflecting on some of the parallels between Jesus’ final journey and the suffering of many victims of modern slavery.Continue reading
Mental Health First Aider – 4 part training course – part 4
Mental Health First Aid England (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training programme. Through the training participants will gain the skills and confidence to spot the triggers and signs of mentalContinue reading
Mental Health First Aider – 4 part training course – part 3
Mental Health First Aid England (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training programme. Through the training participants will gain the skills and confidence to spot the triggers and signs of mentalContinue reading
Mental Health First Aider – 4 part training course – part 2
Mental Health First Aid England (MHFA) is an internationally recognised training programme. Through the training participants will gain the skills and confidence to spot the triggers and signs of mentalContinue reading