Safeguarding - Professional Standards

The Catholic Diocese of the Australian Military Services is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all people in the ADF, our communities and our society.

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Ensuring Confidence

Central to our mission is an unequivocal commitment to fostering the dignity, self-esteem and integrity of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

The Catholic Military Diocese works in collaboration with ACSL (Australian Catholic Safeguarding Limited) and the Office of Safeguarding in the Archdiocese of Canberra-Goulburn to ensure that our policies and code of conduct for military chaplains align with the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards.

Safeguarding Contacts

If you have any concerns about reportable conduct or seek further information regarding professional standards in the Military Diocese, please contact: 

Maria Hicks
Institute of Professional Standards and Safeguarding
Phone: 02 6239 9806
Email: maria.hicks@cg.org.au 

OR

WGCDR Peter Wythes
Diocesan Director of Safeguarding
Mobile: 0408 558 211
Email: peter.wythes1@defence.gov.au

All conversations are held in strictest confidence.