Health, Safety & Wellbeing

Every person, being created in God’s image, has infinite worth and unique value, and may expect our best commitment to their health, safety, and well-being when interacting with us. Every ministry activity and operational undertaking carried out by the Diocese, regardless of its form, seeks to bring glory to God and to uphold the safety and well-being of all involved.

Learn more about how we are safeguarding your health, safety and wellbeing below.

  • Royal Commission of Inquiry on Abuse in Care

    The Archbishops of the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia have responded to today's release of the report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care, saying it must be a catalyst for great change. “We owe it to survivors.”

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  • Sacred Spaces, Safe People

    We are committed to being a safe church. This page contains information and resources for you to use with your mission unit to raise awareness of abuse.

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  • Health & Safety

    Read our Health & Safety Management Plan and the key policies for your mission unit.

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  • Mental Wellbeing Resources

    Here are stories and resources on mental well-being to help the Church build knowledge, understanding and skills to strengthen our communities.

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  • Ministry Standards and Complaints

    People who exercise ministry in the Wellington Diocese (ordained and lay) accept that they do not simply exercise a function or role. They also exercise a representative ministry and are expected to lead an exemplary way of life and observe appropriate standards of behaviour.

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