INDICATORS

9.1.1. The church body has (or provides access to) support programs for families and the community to build their safeguarding capacity, raising awareness of their responsibility in creating and maintaining a safe environment.

9.1.2. The church body has mechanisms in place to obtain feedback from families and communities on the effectiveness and accessibility of their safeguarding programs.

9.1.3. The church body makes available abuse prevention programs and safeguarding resources tailored to different age groups and contexts (such as protective behaviors programs).

9.1.4. The church body undertakes initiatives and programs to educate the community and raise awareness of the dignity and rights of all people.

9.2.1. Information sessions and materials are provided to children and vulnerable adults on their rights, including safety, decision-making, and complaint management.

9.2.2. Procedures are in place for transparent decision-making involving parents, guardians, caregivers, and communities, especially when decisions affect children or vulnerable adults.

9.2.3. The church body promotes child-centered and person-centered participatory practices in all safeguarding initiatives, ensuring cultural safety, accessibility, and inclusivity.

9.2.4. Mechanisms are in place for the participatory and inclusive engagement of all community members, including children, parents/carers, lay faithful, and church personnel, in safeguarding efforts.

9.3.1. Initiatives and programs exist within Church activities that foster friendships, relationships, and social connections.

9.3.2. The church body actively undertakes mechanisms, such as surveys or feedback sessions, to gauge the impact of these initiatives on community members.