Our role is to assist the Archdiocese to protect those who engage with the Church and prevent misconduct by Archdiocesan personnel.

Our functions include: developing and implementing policies and procedures; developing and implementing standards; capacity-building; supporting compliance; and addressing risks and complaints.

The Archdiocese does not tolerate harmful behaviour or misconduct by its personnel and will respond when concerns are raised.

Anyone can raise a complaint about how Archdiocesan personnel (religious representatives and lay Church workers) conduct themselves.

To raise a concern please contact:

Office for Safeguarding Services Ph: 07 3324 3752 Email: safeguarding@bne.catholic.net.au

STOPline Service (external complaints reporting service) Ph: 1300 304 550 Email: AOB@stopline.com.au

Queensland Police Service Ph: Policelink 131 444 Email: policelink@police.qld.gov.au