St Albans and Welwyn Circuit – Safeguarding Policy

St Albans and Welwyn Safeguarding Officer: Rev David Jebb
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Statement of Safeguarding Principles

Every person has a value and dignity which comes directly from the creation of male and female in God’s own image and likeness. Christians see this potential as fulfilled by God’s re-creation of us in Christ. Among other things this implies a duty to value all people as bearing the image of God and therefore protect them from harm.

We are committed to:

• the care and nurture of and respectful pastoral ministry with all children, young people and adults
• the safeguarding and protection of all children, young people and adults when they are vulnerable
• the establishing of safe, caring communities which provide a loving environment where there is informed vigilance as to the dangers of abuse

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