Ep 7 Proactive Safeguarding in Diverse Sectors with Simon Davies

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In this episode of Faithful Safeguarding, Madison Clarke speaks with Simon Davies, a former Australian Federal Police Detective and experienced safeguarding consultant.

With over 25 years in investigative work, Simon shares his insights on the importance of addressing low-level concerns before they escalate, the role of transparency in rebuilding trust, and why external safeguarding support can be a game-changer for organisations.

They also discuss the development of a safeguarding decision-making app, the increasing challenges of peer-on-peer abuse in educational settings, and the benefits of face-to-face training in promoting a proactive safeguarding culture.

Key Takeaways:
🔹 Safeguarding is a preventative approach, ensuring harm doesn’t occur.
🔹 Low-level concerns, if left unaddressed, can escalate over time.
🔹 The 'What Should I Do?' app helps guide individuals in reporting concerns.
🔹 Outsourcing safeguarding can be a cost-effective and practical solution.
🔹 Peer-on-peer abuse is an increasing concern in schools and youth settings.
🔹 Victim support should be prioritised from the outset of any investigation.
Discover more on some of the key mentions and resources from guest Simon below:

• www.jss.org.au/programs/the-mens-project
• www.safeguardingservices.com.au
• www.whatshoulido.com.au
• www.churchlearn.com.au

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Chapters

1. Ep 7 Proactive Safeguarding in Diverse Sectors with Simon Davies (00:00:00)

2. Promoting Safety in Faith Communities (00:00:03)

3. Addressing Safeguarding Challenges in Organizations (00:12:27)

4. Navigating Safeguarding Challenges in Sectors (00:19:43)