Safety Plans

When ministry leaders receive an allegation of abuse or misconduct, or other crises occur such as an act of violence or a cybersecurity issue, it’s a huge shock. If they are not well prepared, it’s easy to respond wrongly in ways that make the situation worse. Preparation will help leaders triage, act well, and keep people safe.

Preventing and responding to sexual abuse is a major issue for churches and ministries. This article discusses the various ways in which attorneys can help organizations prevent and respond to abuse and discusses what ministries should expect from their attorneys.