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Triratna Model Safeguarding Policies and Ethical Guidelines 2023

Thu, 22 Jun, 2023 - 14:03

Triratna Model Safeguarding Policies and Ethical Guidelines 2023

Thu, 22 Jun, 2023 - 14:03

Triratna’s model policies for Safeguarding children and adults, updated for 2023, are now available over on the Triratna Resources page, along with guidance documents and the Triratna Model Ethical Guidelines.

See/download the model policies, guidelines and guidance documents.

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UK government consultation on mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse

Thu, 1 Jun, 2023 - 08:36

UK government consultation on mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse

Thu, 1 Jun, 2023 - 08:36

In response to a recommendation from the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) the UK Government has accepted the need for a new law to make it mandatory for certain people to report child sexual abuse.

They are now consulting as to to whom this duty should apply and in what circumstances. Responses are welcome from any individual or organisation.

Read more and take part in the consultation.

Deadline: 14th August 2023

Read our previous posts about IICSA’s work.

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Farewell thank you collection for Munisha and Amaladipa

Wed, 17 May, 2023 - 09:13

Farewell thank you collection for Munisha and Amaladipa

Wed, 17 May, 2023 - 09:13

Following yesterday’s post about Munisha and Amaladipa moving on from Safeguarding work in Triratna, here is a message from those raising money to thank them both, and to enable Munisha to have a rest before seeking further employment.

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/thank-you-to-our-safeguarding-team#start

“Back in 2016, Munisha saw the need for Triratna Centres to comply with legislation around the protection from harm of children and adults. Ably helped by Amaladipa (bringing considerable expertise from a career in the probation service) they pioneered the support for...

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Munisha and Amaladipa are moving on

Tue, 16 May, 2023 - 11:21

Munisha and Amaladipa are moving on

Tue, 16 May, 2023 - 11:21

Dear Friends,

After seven years as Triratna’s European Chairs’ Assembly’s Safeguarding officer I will be moving on at the end of June; and Amaladipa has recently stepped down as the ECA’s Safeguarding Adviser, after volunteering six years of invaluable work, support and advice, much of it on top of her full-time job as a senior leader in the probation service.

I am so grateful to Amaladipa for the support and expertise she has contributed to...

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Buddhist 'Healthy Boundaries' training

Wed, 12 Apr, 2023 - 13:46

Buddhist 'Healthy Boundaries' training

Wed, 12 Apr, 2023 - 13:46

Here comes information about the next three Buddhist Healthy Boundaries courses for committed Buddhists who teach, lead, mentor or befriend those less experienced than themselves. In Triratna terms these are most likely to be Order members.

Though not related specifically to Safeguarding (a very UK approach) they aim to raise our awareness - as committed Buddhists whom others may tend to look up to - in ways which will help us avoid the kinds of situations which may from...

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Order job opportunity: ECA Safeguarding officer (also available as job share)

Mon, 30 Jan, 2023 - 12:12

Order job opportunity: ECA Safeguarding officer (also available as job share)

Mon, 30 Jan, 2023 - 12:12

After seven years as Triratna’s European Chairs Assembly’s Safeguarding officer, Munisha is stepping down by the end of June and applications are now invited for this Order post by 28th March 2023.

This is an opportunity to be of real help to those running centres and retreat centres, who express great appreciation of the help available to them, from both Amaladipa and Munisha, at the Safeguarding team.

The ECA Safeguarding officer is employed by the ECA executive (trustees) to advise Triratna charities and other legal bodies...

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The Truth Project

Tue, 6 Dec, 2022 - 09:04

The Truth Project

Tue, 6 Dec, 2022 - 09:04

As part of the work of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) in organisations in England and Wales, The Truth Project received thousands of reports from victims of child sexual abuse, which have now been summarised in a report: “I will be heard.”

Some its comments in relation to child sexual abuse in religious/faith contexts:

“In religious contexts, victims and survivors frequently discussed the perceived power, authority and reverence bestowed upon religious organisations and individuals,...

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Proposed mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse in England and Wales

Thu, 20 Oct, 2022 - 17:43

Proposed mandatory reporting of child sexual abuse in England and Wales

Thu, 20 Oct, 2022 - 17:43

This week has seen publication of the final report from the long-running government enquiry into child sexual abuse in England and Wales, which recommends that it be made a criminal offence for a person who works with children or is in a ‘position of trust’ to fail to report child sexual abuse to the police where they witness it or are told about it by a child or perpetrator.

Over the last seven years, the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual...

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England + Wales: bullying and harassment in charities

Wed, 24 Aug, 2022 - 11:14

England + Wales: bullying and harassment in charities

Wed, 24 Aug, 2022 - 11:14

The Charity Commission, which regulates Triratna charities in England and Wales, recently published updated guidelines on the duties of trustees in relation to bullying and harassment.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/following-collaborative-project-commi…