We all have opinions, are aware of it and make allowances. What is of greater concern is those of which we are unconscious. This training, which is part of our
Tag: Safeguarding
Research participants wanted
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 MSc
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 has
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 the
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,
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 you
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 on
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. Barrie
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 scannable
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, which
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.
Caring for our communities’ mental health
One in four people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year in England. And nearly 9 out of 10 people with mental health problems say that
Safeguarding trainers needed
Could you help to deliver basic and foundation safeguarding training in your parish? Becca Faal, Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor is looking for more volunteer trainers to help make our churches safer.
Surviving domestic abuse: Sarah’s story
“Even now, many years later, I still ask myself, ‘was it really abuse?’ I always hoped he’d hit me because then I’d definitely know it was abuse. Sarah*, a member
New Independent Chair for diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel
Debbie Innes-Turnill begins working with the Diocese of Gloucester and Gloucester Cathedral as Independent Chair for the diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel. Judith Knight, Director of People and Safeguarding, said, “I
OneDiocese blog: Becca’s call to Make It Slavery Free
Anti-Slavery Day is on 18 October and we’re encouraging everyone to take the Make It Slavery Free pledge either on the day, or at a time that works for you.
Raising awareness of domestic abuse: A message from Bishop Rachel
Bishop Robert and I welcome the new e-learning module called ‘Raising awareness of Domestic Abuse’.
Make it slavery free this Anti-Slavery Day
On 18 October, for Anti-Slavery Day, The Clewer Initiative is inviting churches, communities, businesses and individuals to sign the pledge to ‘Make It Slavery Free‘. It’s a call for all of us to
Why complete a Mental Health First Aid course?
How much do you know about taking care of your own mental health and that of the people around you? Mental Health First Aid England (MHFA) is an internationally recognised
Survivor engagement framework survey
The National Safeguarding Team is running an anonymous survey between 19 July and 18 September 2022 that aims to listen to victims and survivors.
Safeguarding Newsletter: February 2022
From Becca Faal, Diocesan Strategic Lead for safeguarding training and learning Essential information Please review your training needs and those of your worshipping community – details of trainings are given
Message from Bishop Robert, 18 January 2022
An intrinsic part of our commitment to sharing the love of God is to ensure the wellbeing of all in our care and to keep the young and the most vulnerable safe.
Safeguarding Newsletter: January 2022
From Becca Faal, Diocesan Strategic Lead for safeguarding training and learning Happy New Year everyone! There are a few safeguarding changes to be aware of in 2022 so I thought
