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Harefield Church has a deep concern for the
wholeness and well being of each individual.
It seeks to safeguard the welfare of all people,
regardless of age, who come into contact with the Church and its
organisations.
As members of this church, we commit ourselves to
the nurturing, protection and safekeeping of all, especially children
and young people.
It is the responsibility of each individual within
the fellowship of the Church to prevent the physical, sexual and
emotional abuse of children and young people, and to report any abuse
discovered or suspected.
We recognise that our work with children and young
people is the responsibility of the whole church.
The church is committed to supporting, resourcing
and training those who work with children and young people, and to
providing supervision.
The church is committed to adopting and following
the guidelines and procedures published by the Home Office as the code
of practice ‘Safe from Harm’.
Each leader or helper who works with children and
young people must know the recommendations and undertake to observe
them. Each shall be given a copy of the church's agreed procedures
and Good Practice guidelines.
As part of our commitment to children and young
people, the church has appointed Barry Wales and John Maybury to be
their advocates. Her role will be explained to the children, and
her name, address and phone number publicly displayed.
They have much to give as well as to receive.
We will listen to them. As we nurture them in worship, learning,
and in community life, we will respect the wishes and feelings of
children and young people.
We have a complete and implemented Safeguarding
Policy.
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