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As a constituent member of the Catholic Church of Ireland:
    -    We recognise and uphold the dignity and rights of all children,
    -    we are committed to ensuring their safety and well-being.
    -    We will work in partnership with parents/guardians to do this.
    -    We recognise each child as a gift from God,
    -    we value and encourage the participation of children in all activities that enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, intellectual and social development.

All Church personnel (including clergy, religious, staff and volunteers) have a responsibility to safeguard children through promoting their welfare, health and development in a safe and caring environment that supports their best interests and prevents abuse.
 

DLP: Sr Sheila Kelleher 087 621 9346 e-mail: [email protected]
 

Local Representative: Sister Lois Greene 022 26411
 

An Garda Siochana 1800 555 222 Dedicated 24 hr Free phone line
 

Local Gardai: 025 82100
 

Tusla: Child & Family Agency National Office 01 771 8500 [email protected]
 

Tusla (Local): 022 54100; Cork: 021 492 3503; Kerry: 066 719 5620; Mid-West: 061 482 792

Safeguarding Children Policy / Presentation Sisters Union South West Ireland

The Irish Provinces of the Presentation Sisters have adopted the Safeguarding Children Policy and Standards for the Catholic Church in Ireland 2016 Document as its Policy Document. All Presentation personnel  -  sisters, employees, and volunteers are required to comply with the policy, procedures and standards as outlined in this document.

The policy of the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church in Ireland can be accessed at www.safeguarding.ie. On the home page, click on Children Policy and Standards and follow the directions to view the policy and access the standards.
 

Policies and resources are available below to download: