Rooted in mission
Safeguarding is inseparable from our mission to uphold the dignity and integral development of every person, especially those impacted by violence, discrimination, poverty, or social exclusion.
Safeguarding & Protection
Protecting every person entrusted to our care
Safeguarding is a Gospel mandate. Our sisters, partners, staff, and volunteers commit to environments that protect the dignity, rights, and well-being of children and persons in vulnerable situations.
This page summarizes our Congregation Safeguarding Policy 2022 and highlights the focal contacts for the South West India Province. Detailed procedures, codes of conduct, and training modules are available through the Provincialate.
Policy Highlights
Congregation Safeguarding Policy 2022
Our safeguarding framework responds to the duty of care entrusted to us. Every ministry — education, health care, residential care, social action, and contemplative communities — implements the same standards so that people can encounter merciful love in safe spaces.
Congregation Safeguarding Policy 2022
The policy expresses Gospel values of justice, inclusion, and transparency, outlining responsibilities for all sisters and associated persons to prevent harm and respond promptly when concerns arise.
Standard 1 commitment
We provide environments that serve the best interests and developmental needs of children and persons in vulnerable situations. Every ministry, partner, and volunteer is accountable to these standards.
Province Safeguarding Focal Team
Please contact the focal team immediately if you have any safeguarding concern or need advice on prevention, reporting, or survivor accompaniment. Email: goodshepheredswisafe@gmail.com.
Edwina Pereira
Chair
+91 94498 65413
Sr. Hilda John
Safeguarding focal
+91 99588 17128
Sr. Josephine
Safeguarding focal
+91 86185 44121
Mr. Thomas
Safeguarding focal
+91 88488 59701
Child Safeguarding Policy Team
This team updates resources, accompanies ministries through audits, and liaises with civil society partners for prevention and response.
- Mrs. Arlene Manoharan
- Sr. Valsa Varkey
- Sr. Josephine Amalraj
- Sr. Japamalai Rani
- Prof. Gincy
Reporting steps
Listen & document
Receive disclosures with respect, avoid leading questions, and write down the facts, dates, and observations immediately.
Report promptly
Share concerns with the Safeguarding Focal Team via phone or email without delay, even if information is incomplete. We would rather receive a cautious report than miss a potential risk.
Follow procedures
The province team will guide next steps such as referrals to civil authorities, pastoral accompaniment, and communications. Confidentiality is maintained while prioritizing safety.
Download & training
Need the full policy or training resources?
Email the Provincialate or Safeguarding Focal Team to request the complete Congregation Safeguarding Policy, reporting templates, and training modules for staff, volunteers, or partners. We are committed to transparency and ongoing formation.
Provincialate phone: +91 80 22214131
rgsindia1854@gmail.com