National Office for Professional Standards
You can report abuse or a safeguarding concern directly to the national office.
0800 114 622Report a concern to NOPS
Parish of the Good Shepherd
Safeguarding
Everyone deserves to be safe in our parish.
A safe parish for everyone
The Parish of the Good Shepherd is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. We follow the National Safeguarding Guidelines of the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand and the parish and diocesan safeguarding policy.
Speak up
Report a concern
If someone is in immediate danger, call 111.
Parish contact
Contact the parish office for local safeguarding guidance. You do not need to contact the parish before reporting to NOPS or the police.
03 319 8730catholichurunui@gmail.comConcerns are treated with sensitivity. Information may need to be shared with the appropriate authorities to keep people safe.
Safe ministry
Safeguarding training
Safeguarding training is part of preparing for parish ministry. Contact the parish office to find out about the next course and the requirements for your role.
Diocese of Christchurch