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Safe Church practices in the Diocese are guided by national standards set by the Anglican Church of Australia and align with legal and ethical requirements under Western Australian law. These include comprehensive screening, training, and ongoing support for clergy, lay leaders, and volunteers. Through initiatives such as Safe Ministry training, the Diocese ensures that those in leadership understand their obligations, can identify signs of abuse or neglect, and know how to respond appropriately. 

Here at the Anglican Parish  Kwinana we strongly believe all our parishioners, most importantly our children,  are entitled to respect, compassion,  a safe environment to worship and learn about our Christian values, attitudes and behaviour.  

Importantly, the Safe Church commitment goes beyond compliance. It seeks to cultivate communities where trust, healing, and reconciliation are possible - especially for survivors of abuse. The Diocese provides clear pathways for reporting concerns, supports independent investigation processes, and works to ensure that victim-survivors are heard and supported. 

The work of building a Safe Church is ongoing and requires vigilance, humility, and a willingness to listen. It involves regular review of policies and practices, as well as engagement with wider community expectations.