If you are facing an URGENT situation Do not delay. Call 999 if someone is in imminent danger.
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If you are a CHILD and things that are happening to you that you don’t like, telephone Childline on 0800 1111 or click on this link to the Childline website https://www.childline.org.uk/
If you are an ADULT and need support concerning something happening to you, click on this link and scroll down for links to various support organisations you can contact https://safeguarding.chichester.anglican.org/Ihavebeenabused/
To report a Safeguarding concern to the Statutory authorities in Sussex Click on this link then the option on the left most describing your concern. Follow the advice and further links you find. Remember to contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team after contacting the statutory authorities. https://safeguarding.chichester.anglican.org/whatdoidoif/
To contact the Diocesan Safeguarding Team Click on this link https://safeguarding.chichester.anglican.org/contacttheteam/
To contact our Parish Safeguarding Office Sonya Gillespie, call 01798 867708 or click on this link safeguardinggraffham@gmail.com
To contact Reverend Vivien, call 01798 867199 or click on this link reverendvivien@gmail.com
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Safeguarding policy statement: The parish of Graffham with Woolavington is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops’ guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). The Diocese of Chichester’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm, please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.