Reporting child abuse in the anglican diocese of melbourne
Reporting child abuse is a community-wide responsibility.
If a child is in immediate danger at any point CALL 000
All suspicions or reports of child abuse must be reported to:
Police
Child Protection
Kooyoora Professional Standards
What is Child Abuse?
Physical Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Family Violence, Sexual Absue, Grooming and Neglect.
Who can report neglect and abuse of a child under the age of 18?
Children, Parents, Staff, Volunteers, Anyone.
Shat sorts of things must be reported?
All child safety concerns must be reported:
- Disclosure of past and present abuse and harm
- Allegations, suspicions or observations
- Breaches of Code of Conduct
Contact numbers:
Police:000
Child Protection: 1800 075 599
Child Protection after hours: 13 12 78
Kooyoora Professional Standards 1800 135 246