Statement on Safeguarding (Chapter 2017)

Safeguarding is integral to our Mission and Ministry.

As FMSJs we continue to commit to a culture of Safeguarding throughout the Congregation to create an atmosphere of safety and protection for all, especially for children and the vulnerable. Living out our Christian and Franciscan ideals and love for all people we pledge to:

• Study and implement the Safeguarding policies and procedures of the Congregation
• Keep updated all recruitment and employment practices, to be in compliance with these policies and procedures of our various countries.
• Educate all our co-workers to promote the best practice about these policies and procedures.
• Co-operate fully with the relevant Civil and church Law in each country.
• Show courage and determination in addressing the many challenges we face in seeking justice as we protect the rights of the most vulnerable among us – a core Gospel value in mission.

Privacy Statement

The Congregation is committed to the safeguarding of the privacy rights of individuals in relation to the obtaining, processing, retaining and protection of their personal data, in accordance with good practice and the law of the jurisdiction where they reside.