What do you know about preventing abuse in your faith organisation setting?  You can learn about practical strategies for preventing abuse at the National Safeguarding Conference in Glasgow on Saturday 16th November 2024. This conference offers a significant opportunity to learn about preventing abuse in faith organisation settings with people who have experience and expertise in this area.   

The keynote presentation from Stuart Allardyce (Lucy Faithfull Foundation) will focus on how to be alert to early signs of boundary violations and on effective strategies for preventing abuse in faith organisation settings. 'Tasters' sessions will provide practical advice on

• how the vulnerable can reach out to others for help (Safe HANDS)
• how language is so important when responding to abuse disclosures (Safe WORDS)
• how to be alert to the dangers of harmful behaviour online (Safe ONLINE)
• the issues and needs associated with assessing potential safeguarding risks (Safe SPACES).

At the annual National Safeguarding Conference, there should be representation from every deanery, every religious congregation (male & female) and every lay Catholic organisation in Scotland.  Book your place to attend (IN PERSON or ONLINE) the National Safeguarding Conference in Glasgow on Saturday 16th November 2024. N.B. Bookings will close on 31st October 2024.  Details & Booking Form can be found here: https://bit.ly/4bTXNyZ.