Safe Environment
Archbishop Aymond Letter of Promulgation
Calendar for Safe Environment Training
Policy Concerning Abuse or Neglect of Minors
Principles of Ethics and Integrity in Ministry
Questionnaire for Prospective Employees and Volunteers
Training
Praesidium Ministry Summary
Praesidium Parent Summary
Praesidium Training Grades K - 5
Praesidium Training Grades 7 - 12
Archdiocesan Training Materials
PreK Safe Environment
Grade 6 Safe Environment
Background Screening
Background Screening Authorization Form
Austin Computing Solutions
Austin Computing Instructions for Applicants
Volunteer and Employee Login Page
USCCB
Charter For The Protection Of Children And Young People
Ten Points For Protecting Children
Rosary Guide
USCCB Resources
Louisiana Safe Environment Coordinators
Louisiana
Local OCS Telephone Numbers
Emergency Reporting Telephone Numbers
What Is Abuse and Neglect?
Mandated Reporting Form
Reporting
Click here for a flier about reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
Other Resources
Stay Informed, Stay Involved Public Service Announcement
Parental Controls Product Guide
Take 25 Internet Dangers
Sexting Prevention
Connect Safely: Tips to Prevent Sexting
The 10 Commandments of Internet Behavior
http://www.ag.state.la.us
www.connectsafely.org
http://www.projectsafechildhood.gov/
http://www.safekids.com
www.pbskids.org/cyberchase
www.safeteens.com
www.netsmartz.org
http://www.fbi.gov/fbikids.htm
www.darkness2light.org
http://www.missingkids.com
www.getnetwise.org
www.cybersmart.org
http://www.wiredkids.org/
www.yellowdyno.com
http://www.mcgruff.org/Games/
www.childhelp.org
http://www.att.com/Common/images/safety/game.html
www.isafe.org
http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/family/net_safety.html (also in Spanish)
http://www.childluresprevention.com/pdf/Online-Safety-Tips.pdf
http://www.connectsafely.org/safety-tips-and-advice.html
Safe Environment Coordinator
In the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, the Catholic bishops of the United States, address their commitment to working with parents, educators, civil authorities, and various organizations in the protection of children and youth in our care.
In response to our call to accountability the Archdiocese of New Orleans provides training for children, clergy, religious, and laity (volunteers, and employees) in the prevention of and recognition of child abuse. The Safe Environment Coordinator is responsible for the training of adults who have regular contact with minors in our parishes, schools, and organizations. Adults learn the responsibilities of a mandated reporter, how to report alleged child abuse, and to recognize signs and symptoms of abuse. This training is inclusive of background screening.
Children and youth of the archdiocese are taught their identity, created in the image of God. Training teaches personal safety skills, recognition of possible abusive relationships, and the importance of identifying trusted adults in their lives.
The Safe Environment coordinator is a resource person at the disposal of parishes, schools, and organizations in the area of child abuse and the prevention of abuse. The coordinator works with all archdiocesan entities to assure compliance to the Charter.
Safe Environment Coordinator
Sr. Mary Ellen Wheelahan, O. Carm.
Archdiocese of New Orleans
7887 Walmsley Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504) 861 - 6278
srmwheelahan@archdiocese-no.org