Reporting an Incident

Incident reporting is the process of documenting and notifying church leadership about any event, concern, or situation that may affect the safety, wellbeing, or integrity of individuals or the church community. In the SyroMalabar Eparchy of Melbourne, it also supports ongoing documentation of incidents over time.

Key points

Voluntary sharing of personal experiences, concerns, or issues
Often involves sensitive topics (e.g. wellbeing, abuse, struggles, wrongdoing)
Made within a trusted and pastoral relationship
May require confidential handling
Some disclosures must be reported in line with safeguarding and legal obligations

Name of reporting individual

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone *

Select your parish *