Safeguarding
Centacare Catholic Country SA is committed to the safety, dignity and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. Safeguarding is embedded in our leadership, governance and culture and is reflected in our policies, practices and service delivery. We promote the participation, voice and empowerment of those we work with and are committed to creating safe, inclusive and respectful environments across all services and sites.
National Catholic Safeguarding Standards
At Centacare Catholic Country SA, we are deeply committed to upholding the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and dignity of all individuals, including children, young people and adults at risk. These standards guide our practices and reinforce our dedication to creating a culture of care, protection, and accountability across our services.
Our Safeguarding Commitment and Policy
Centacare Catholic Country SA is committed to the safety, protection, and wellbeing of all children, young people, and adults at risk. We believe every person has the right to be safe, respected, and heard — free from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility across our organisation. It is embedded in our culture, policies, and daily practices. We aim to create environments where people feel supported, know their rights, and are empowered to speak up.
You can access our Safeguarding Policy here:
You can read our full commitment here:
Safeguarding Commitment Statement v1
Safeguarding Commitment – Easy Read Web Version
Diocese of Port Pirie Safeguarding Commitment Statements
Centacare Catholic Country SA supports, endorses and upholds the Safeguarding Commitment Statements of the Diocese of Port Pirie. These statements reflect a shared, zero-tolerance approach to abuse and affirm the dignity, rights and safety of children, young people and adults at risk within the Church and its ministries.
By displaying and promoting these diocesan commitments alongside our own safeguarding framework, Centacare reinforces strong leadership, accountability and a culture where everyone feels safe, respected and heard.
Access the Diocese of Port Pirie Safeguarding Commitment Statements below:
CDPP Commitment Statement – Children and Young People
CDPP Commitment Statement – Adults at Risk
Child Friendly Safeguarding Information
We provide child-friendly information to help children understand their rights, what feeling safe means, and who they can talk to if something doesn’t feel right.
View the brochure:
Child Friendly Safeguarding Brochure V1
Child Safe Environments Policy
Centacare Catholic Country SA is committed to providing a safe environment for all children and young people. Our policy complies with the Children and Young People (Safety) Act 2017 and the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 and aligns with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
View our Child Safe Environments Policy
Safeguarding Contact
Centacare Catholic Country SA has appointed two Safeguarding Officers to support our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
Safeguarding Officers:
Kathryn Schuppan
Caiti-Rose Henshaw
Kathryn and Caiti-Rose provide advice and support regarding safeguarding concerns and can assist with reporting or accessing further help.
If you would like to raise a safeguarding concern, you can:
• Contact our Safeguarding Officers
• Submit a concern through our Feedback and Complaints process
• Contact Centacare directly
📧 safeguarding@cccsa.org.au
📞 (08) 8645 8233
If a child or person is in immediate danger, contact Police on 000.
For information about reporting child abuse in South Australia, contact the Child Abuse Report Line on 13 14 78 or visit www.childprotection.sa.gov.au.
For safeguarding concerns regarding an adult at risk in South Australia, contact the Adult Safeguarding Unit on 1800 372 310 or visit About the Adult Safeguarding Unit.