Child Protection

Safe Environment

Our Mission is committed to protecting every child and vulnerable person entrusted to our care, following the Safe Environment norms of the St. Thomas Syro-Malabar Catholic Diocese of Chicago.

Four steps for every volunteer

Everyone who works with children or youth in the Mission — clergy, catechists, ministry leaders, parents and helpers — must complete all four requirements below before beginning ministry.

1

Code of Conduct Acknowledgement

Read and sign the diocesan Code of Conduct before beginning any ministry with children or vulnerable adults.

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2

Volunteer Application

Complete the Syro-Malabar Diocese of Chicago volunteer application form.

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3

VIRTUS Safe Environment Training

Attend and complete the VIRTUS 'Protecting God's Children' awareness training session.

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4

Background Check

Submit to a criminal background screening through the VIRTUS online system.

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Safe Environment Administrators

Cyril Thadathil

Cyril Thadathil

Safe Environment Administrator

530-400-8142

cyrilsheeba@hotmail.com

Prince Kannothara

Prince Kannothara

Safe Environment Facilitator

404-680-0996

talktoprince76@gmail.com

If you have any concern regarding the safety of a child or vulnerable adult, please contact a Safe Environment Administrator or the Mission Director immediately. Suspected abuse should also be reported to civil authorities.