SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
As Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
we are committed to promoting a culture of care and protection for all.
This commitment directly relates to our mission to make know God’s goodness
and to the Church’s common belief in the preciousness, dignity and uniqueness of every person.
Sisters in England
accept and follow the standards set by the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA)
and are also members of the Religious Life Safeguarding Service (RLSS).
Sisters in Scotland
accept and follow the standards set by the Scottish Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (SCSSA)
Safeguarding Lead for England: Margaret Astin SND
Email: Margaret.astin@sndden.org
Safeguarding Lead for Scotland: Gail Taylor SND
Email: Gail.taylor@sndden.org
We have a Complaints and Whistleblowing Policy.
If you woud like to view our Safeguarding Policy use the 'contact us' form on this website
If you are concerned about the safety of a child or adult who you believe is in imminent
danger, contact the police in your area.
If you have been hurt or would like advice and support you can contact
the following support services:
NAPAC
(National Association for People
Abused in Childhood)
www.napac.org.uk
Survivors Trust
www.thesurvivorstrust.org
Tel: 01788 550554
Safe Spaces
Is a free and independent support service,
providing a confidential, personal and safe space
for anyone who has been abused
by someone in the church in England and Wales
www.safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk
Tel: 0300 303 1056
One-in-four
Offers long-term one-to-one therapy
for survivors of childhood sexual abuse
and sexual violence
www.oneinfour.org.uk
Tel: 0218697 2112
Papyrus
A UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide
and the promotion of positive
mental health and wellbeing
in young people
www.papyrus.uk.org
Tel:01925 572 444
Helpline: 0800 068 414 (24/7)