Our commitment to the safety and well-being of all members of our community, especially those most vulnerable.
The Chaplaincy of St Vincent’s Algarve is dedicated to providing a safe environment for everyone who participates in our worship and community activities. We fully adopt and implement the Church of England’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
We believe that safeguarding is the responsibility of every person in the church. Our priority is to protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults from any form of harm.
Denise Sanderson
Our local point of contact for all safeguarding concerns within the Algarve Chaplaincy.
Bridgett Fenton
The Diocesan Safeguarding Officer for the Diocese in Europe, providing professional oversight.
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Urgent: +44 (0)207 898 1159 Non-urgent: +44 (0) 7464 544715
+44 (0) 303 003 1111
For urgent enquiries outside UK operational hours (9am-5pm Mon-Fri).
If you have immediate concerns about a child or adult’s safety, please take action now. Our operational hours are 9 am to 5 pm UK time, Monday to Friday. Outside these hours, please contact Thirtyone:eight at +44 (0) 303 003 1111 or local emergency services.
Stay calm and listen without judgment. If a person is in immediate danger, call 112.
Download and complete the Diocese Safeguarding Referral Form.
Send the completed form to the Diocesan team at europe.safeguarding@churchofengland.org. They respond within 48 hours.
Need help in completing the form, or need it in a language other than English? Contact the Diocesan team for assistance.
