The care and protection of children, young people, and adults involved in Church activities is the responsibility of everyone who participates in the life of the Church.

Our Safeguarding Policy

Saint Mary’s Cathedral of the Assyrian Church of the East follows the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all individuals within our community.

If You Are Concerned

If you are concerned that someone you know is at risk of, or is being abused, or if they pose a risk to others, please seek advice from our Safeguarding Adviser. If necessary, report the matter immediately to Local Authority Social Care Services or the Police.

Our Commitments

• Promoting a safer environment and culture
• Safely recruiting and supporting all those with any responsibility related to children and vulnerable adults
• Responding promptly to every safeguarding concern or allegation
• Providing pastoral care for victims/survivors of abuse and other affected persons
• Providing pastoral care for those who are the subject of safeguarding concerns/allegations
• Responding appropriately to individuals who may pose a present risk

Who to Contact

Ms Maureen Michael
Safeguarding Adviser
+44 7870 685496
safeguarding@acote.org.uk

Local Authority Social Services

020 8825 8000

Helplines for Support & Advice

NSPCC (Child Protection): 0808 800 5000
Childline (Support for Young People): 0800 1111
Stop It Now (Preventing Child Abuse): 0808 1000 900
NAPAC (Support for Adult Survivors of Abuse): 0808 801 0331
Samaritans (Mental Health & Crisis Support): 116 123
Family Lives (Support for Families): 0808 800 2222
National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247
Action on Elder Abuse: 080 8808 8141

Together, we are committed to creating a safe and caring environment for all.