Safeguarding: What You Need to Know about the English Delegation of Josephites

Why is Safeguarding Important?
Safeguarding is about protecting people—especially children, young people, and vulnerable adults—from harm, abuse, or neglect.
The English Delegation of Josephites has a shared responsibility to make sure everyone feels safe, respected, and valued.
What Does Safeguarding Look Like for English Delegation of Josephites?
• Creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all
• Respecting personal boundaries and privacy
• Looking out for each other’s wellbeing
• Speaking up if something doesn’t feel right
Types of Harm to Be Aware Of:
• Emotional abuse – bullying, humiliation, intimidation
• Physical abuse – any kind of physical harm or rough handling
• Sexual abuse – unwanted or inappropriate sexual behaviour or contact
• Neglect – ignoring someone’s basic needs or isolating them
• Spiritual abuse – using faith to manipulate, control or harm someone
If You See Something, Say Something

If you’re ever worried about:
• Someone’s safety or wellbeing
• Something you’ve seen or heard
• How someone is being treated...
Don’t ignore it. You don’t need to have all the facts—just report your concern.
Speak to the Superior of the Delegation, or the Trustee Responsible for Safeguarding or the Delegation’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) at the Religious Life Safeguarding Service (RLSS).
If you believe someone is in immediate danger or at risk of harm ring 999
Who to Contact
Designated Safeguarding Officer (DSL): Mike Maher
 Safeguarding Manager - Religious Life Safeguarding Service
 T: 0151 556 2311/M: 07955 437 659 
 michael.maher@religioussafeguarding.org

Group Leader: Fr Martin Ashcroft 07979717322
Trustee for Safeguarding: John Lewin 07725240418
Emergency (if someone is in immediate danger): 999

“Let all that you do be done in love.” – 1 Corinthians 16:14
Creating a safe, loving community is everyone’s responsibility. Let’s look out for one another.