Dispelling the myths around safeguarding

Jules Loveland  |  Features  |  safeguarding briefing
Date posted:  1 Jul 2024
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Dispelling the myths  around safeguarding

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Safeguarding is foundational to protecting and supporting people in your church or organisation, especially those who are vulnerable.

Despite the concept not being new, there are still a lot of myths about safeguarding, and a lack of proper understanding about what it means. These misconceptions can interfere with good practice, so let’s clear things up by debunking six of these common myths.

Myth 1: Safeguarding is extra-Scriptural and doesn’t apply to churches or faith groups

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