This page provides links to the key Diocesan policies and protocols that guide our approach to safeguarding and protecting our parishioners. Please click on the links below to view or download the documents.
Social Networking Services and Social Media
The Diocese of Down and Connor has prepared an addendum to its earlier safeguarding publication which specifically addresses safe use of Social Media.
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Safeguarding Children
The link below provides access to a document published by the National Board for Safeguarding Children in the Catholic Church. It is entitled SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN: Standards and Guidance Document for the Catholic Church in Ireland.
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Best Practice in Safeguarding and Protecting Children, Young People, Vulnerable Adults and the Adults who work with them
The Diocese of Down and Connor carried out an extensive review of its “Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Strategy” and has developed a document that sets out best practice in the area of safeguarding children, young people, vulnerable adults and also the adults who work with them. Click here to access the document
Privacy Notice for the Diocese of Down and Connor
The Diocese of Down and Connor has updated and revised its privacy policy in line with the General Data Protection Regulations which came into effect in May 2018. The policy can be viewed by clicking on the PDF icon below. It may also be printed, or saved to your own device.
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