Parish Safeguarding Resources

At the affiliated Parishes of Alphington, Northcote, Thornbury, and Thornbury East, the safety and well-being of children and young people are paramount. We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks promptly, and eliminating them.

This commitment stems from our Christian values and reflects Jesus’ teachings of love, justice, and the sacredness of every human life. We strive to create environments where children and young people feel valued, heard, and secure. Every member of our parish community is responsible for upholding the dignity of children and ensuring their safety

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Get in touch with the Safeguarding Unit:

The office operates from Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm.

Phone: (03) 9926 5621

Email: safeguardingunit@cam.org.au

Safeguarding Director

Rachel Averbukh

Email: rachel.averbukh@cam.org.au

Phone: 0439 435 182

Safeguarding Officers

Northern Region | Tara McNamara

Email: tara.mcnamara@cam.org.au

Phone: 0455 217 237