The prevention of child sexual abuse and all other forms of abuse are a priority in the Catholic Church and at St. Mary's Cathedral.  To this effect, we maintain a safe environment for children and others by:

• Certification of all volunteers and staff with direct contact with children
  • background screens
  • education about the prevention of child sexual abuse
  • continuing education about safety-related issues for children
• Victim Assistance
  • trained counselors are available for those in need
• Education for children, youth and parents
  • Communication, boundaries, interacting with adults, dealing with bullies, promoting safety
• Enforcement of the policies of the Diocese of Grand Island
  • Child Protection Policy
  • Codes of Conduct
  • Documentation and Reporting

If you have knowledge of an incident of sexual abuse of a minor by a cleric, church employee or volunteer, we encourage you to report the matter to one of our Victim Assistance Coordinators and to the police.