protection of Children

Diocese Reporting Form

REPORTING CHILD OR YOUTH ABUSE

If you have witnessed or suspect the abuse of a child or young person, immediately report it to local authorities.

For assistance, see state-specific reporting laws.

After reporting the abuse to local authorities, please complete this form, so that we know about the incident and can provide trauma-informed care to all parties involved.

Thank you for your courage in submitting this form. Please know the responder receiving this will take it seriously and respond to you promptly. For that reason, we encourage you to identify yourself to ensure advocacy on your behalf.

We will maintain confidentiality except where required by law or in order to enable the diocese or law enforcement to complete a thorough investigation.