Safe Environment

Reporting Suspected Abuse

If you know or have reason to believe that a minor or vulnerable adult is being abused or neglected, please report it to the proper authorities or law enforcement as soon as possible.

 

If a child is in immediate danger, call 911 immediately.

 

To report suspected child abuse, contact: Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) 800-922-5330

 

Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) 800-572-7463

 

If the suspected abuse involves clergy, church, or school personnel, please also make a confidential report to: Diocese of Salina Victim Assistance Coordinator866-752-8855 reportabuse@salinadiocese.org www.reportandprotect.com

 

The Diocese of Salina’s Victim Assistance Coordinator is available to assist anyone who has been abused or victimized by someone representing the Catholic Church. The coordinator can help with making a formal complaint, arranging a personal meeting with the bishop or his delegate if desired, and connecting individuals and families with counseling and other community resources.

 

If you were a victim of abuse by a member of the clergy in the past contact the Kansas Bureau of Investigation at 800-572-7463 or clergyabuse@kbi.ks.gov. 

 

If you suspect abuse by a bishop or religious superior, currently or in the pastmake a confidential report through the Catholic Bishop Reporting Service at 800-276-1562 or reportbishopabuse.org.