Safe Environment Program
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond is committed to ensuring that diocesan institutions and ministries provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, young people and vulnerable individuals. The mission of the diocese Safe Environment Program is to create a safe environment incorporating the standards as outlined in the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.
RESOURCES
- Diocesan Safe Environment Regulations (English) (Spanish)
- Virtus Website
- Diocesan Training Sessions (English) (Spanish)
- Volunteer Background Screening and Safe Environment Training Requirements (English) (Spanish)
- Victim Assistance Coordinators (English) (Spanish)
- How to Report (English) (Spanish)
- Virginia Department of Social Services-Child Protective Services
- National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
- USCCB Website
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Abuse of Minors: The Church's Response (Vatican website)
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Check out these articles on Child Abuse Prevention
USCCB Keeping Our Promise to Protect Resource List
Recognizing Child Abuse
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USCCB prayers
Prayer for Healing of Victims (English) (Spanish)
Child Abuse Prevention Prayer
Virginia Child Abuse Prevention month
