Many organised religions have child protection policies and procedures for their members to follow. For independent or non-denominational faith groups there’s also lots of advice and help about working with children and developing safeguards.





Practical approaches to valuing diversity and safeguarding children
A two-day National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) training course for practitioners and managers.




Help... a sex offender has joined my church (PDF)
The Churches' Child Protection Advisory Service (CCPAS). A booklet with advice and contacts for those who discover a sex offender attends their church.

Help... my child's been abused: now what? (PDF) 
CCPAS. A leaflet for parents providing advice on how to help their child to recover from sexual abuse.

Help... someone I care about was abused (PDF) 
CCPAS. A booklet to help those who have found out someone close to them was abused as a child. (Source:ccpas)

Safe and secure: ensuring the well-being of children and young people within the church community (PDF)
CCPAS. A booklet aimed at providing religious organisations with a brief guide to child protection.

Safe children sound learning: guidance for Madressahs
Kirklees Council. A booklet providing information, guidance and practical support for management committees of Madressah (Islamic schools) and Ustaads (teachers).