The figures are part of a dataset captured in the Australian Childhood Maltreatment Study (ACMS) which revealed that 1 in 250 Australians have been sexually abused by a leader or other adult in a religious organisation in childhood.
The session helped to raise awareness of Elder Abuse and the Care Finders Program Initiative.
The award sets a benchmark for other church communities, showcasing how a dedicated team can create a safe environment.
The free event will look at elder abuse/staying safe, access to aged care and the care finders program and will take place Wednesday 5 June from 9.30am to 11am at Holy Trinity Church, 8 Burnett Street, Embleton.
The Archdiocese is welcoming the audit as an opportunity to take stock of its progress to date in developing a culture of safeguarding throughout its parishes and ministries.
Acting Safeguarding Director Barbara Blayney said the parish has worked hard to achieve an outstanding implementation of the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards.
This year’s Child Protection Week theme emphasised the profound impact that the starting point in a child’s life has on their future, including where they live, how they live, and the environment in which they grow.
Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President and Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has this week issued a statement on the Vatican investigation into Broome Emeritus Bishop Christopher Saunders.