Diocese of Plymouth The Diocese of Plymouth will be hosting a training day at St Boniface House, Ashburton – entitled “Understanding Abuse”, open to anyone who wishes to deepen their understanding of all forms of abuse (not limited to church settings) and...
World Mental Health Day, observed every year on October 10th, is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and mobilizing efforts to support mental well-being. First celebrated in 1992 and spearheaded by the World Federation for...
The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) are undertaking a thematic inspection of survivor engagement and support, and the Diocese of Plymouth has been chosen as one of the Dioceses to be involved in this project. As such, all Dioceses and Religious Life...
The 30th July is the annual World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, which aims to raise awareness, encourage action and promote the protection of victims. Human trafficking exploits men, women, and children for numerous purposes including forced labour and sex, for...
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a global campaign to highlight the abuse of older people. Elder abuse comes in many forms including physical, emotional, sexual and financial abuse and also neglect. Older people are especially vulnerable to abuse as they may be...
The 20th May is the annual Day of Prayer for Victims and Survivors of Abuse. The focus for 2025 is on the theme of “The Empty Chair”. Many of us are saddened by reducing numbers in our churches. This is happening for a wide variety of reasons, but our thoughts are on...
