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http://westchurch.org.nz/wc/docs/WestchurchPolicyInCaseOfAbuse.doc
Westchurch is committed to providing a safe environment for all of its members - an environment in which they will be free of harassment and abuse.
The Church will seek to provide a positive, timely and just approach to dealing with any complaint or reasonable suspicion of harassment or criminal offending, providing support and fairness to both the complainant and the respondent.
To provide appropriate response in the event of an allegation:
- The contact people within the church will be listed and made known.
- In the case of any allegation of abuse or harassment, the church will follow the protocols and procedures set out in this Westchurch policy.
This policy document contains the following sections:
- Fundamental principles of the policy
- Complaints or Concerns - what to do
- What Happens Next
- Your rights
- Guidelines for working with young people in Westchurch
- Appendix: Ethical guidelines for church members
Thanks especially to Fiona for drafting this document.
[Elders]
