Diocesan Safe Environment Program

Documents

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People -
Revised Edition

Essential Norms for Diocesan/Eparchial Policies Dealing with Allegations of Sexual Abuse of Minors

Catholic Diocese of Peoria

Communications - Rev. 2008

Harassment - Rev. 3/08

Pastoral Code of Conduct – Rev. 3/08

Sexual Abuse Allegation Policies and Procedures – Rev. 7/10

Reports

The Nature and Scope of the Problem of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Catholic Priests and Deacons in the United States
A Research Study Conducted by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice

A Report on the Crisis in the Catholic Church in the United States
Prepared by the National Review Board for the Protection of Children and Young People

Child Sexual Abuse: A Review of Literature
Prepared by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Report on the Implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People

Training

Safe environment training for adult employees and volunteers who have contact with minors is a key element of the U.S. Bishops' Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. The Diocese of Peoria has recently unveiled a new training program for adults. The new program, presented in a PowerPoint format by trained facilitators, is designed to help adults know what to look for in children that might indicate that they are victims of abuse and what behavior to look for in adults that might indicate abusive behavior with children. The program also covers diocesan safe environment policies, standards of conduct, and how to report suspected abuse or neglect. Completion of the training program is required for all personnel (employees and volunteers) of the parishes, schools, and agencies of the Diocese of Peoria who have contact with minors.

For more information, contact your local parish/school/institution or Jeanne Whalen, Diocesan Safe Environment Director, at (309) 671-1550.