Safeguarding Policies, Guidelines and Practices
Adsafe serves the Seventh-day Adventist Church across the South Pacific by strengthening safeguarding practices and supporting safer environments for children and vulnerable people.
Developed in partnership with Church leaders, our safeguarding framework brings together policies, guidelines, processes, governance, training and practical support to help local churches and entities create safe, caring environments. Together, these elements provide clear expectations, practical guidance, accountability and confidence to recognise concerns, respond well and reduce the risk of harm.
Safeguarding is more than a set of documents—it is a shared commitment to good practice, ongoing learning and a culture where safety, dignity and care are part of everyday ministry, helping create places where people can safely experience and discover the love of God.
Child protection policies for Seventh-day Adventist entities
Adsafe works with other Seventh-day Adventist entities as they develop their own child protection policies and frameworks. For a copy of a specific policy or framework, please contact the relevant school or Seventh-day Adventist entity directly.
Safeguarding Resources
Adsafe has developed Safeguarding Resources to provide information, guideance and support various processes needed within local churches and church entities. These materials are available below. Select the relevant link to download the document you need.
| Item | Document | FAQ | Resources | Practice Updates |
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Policy |
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| Child and Vulnerable Person Protection | <CVPPP> | |||
Guidelines |
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| Role Requirements | < RRG > |
<Form C> |
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| Code of Conduct | <CoC> | <CoC> | ||
| Reporting and Notifications | Late 2023 | |||
| Risk Mitigation | ||||
| WWCC | <Form C> | |||
| Digital Images |  |
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| Virtual Meetings | <Virtual Meetings> | |||
| Privacy | <Policy> |
Collection Notices |
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