Welcome to the Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa
Together, we can foster safer communities, protect children and vulnerable adults, and promote a consistent culture of protection across Africa.
Lucy Monari
JCSA Director
A Message of Welcome
To our students, faculty, partners, safeguarding practitioners, and all visitors to JCSA—Karibuni Sana!
Welcome to the Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa!
We are dedicated to fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children and vulnerable adults across the continent. As the director of this esteemed centre, I am honoured to welcome you to our community. Whether you are a student, a practitioner, or a visitor, your involvement is not just significant; it’s crucial. We hope you find our resources, training programs, and initiatives invaluable in your efforts to protect and safeguard those in need. Your contribution could tremendously affect the existence of those we serve.
At the Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa, our mission is deeply rooted in the Jesuit values of compassion, justice, and service. We endeavor to engage people and associations with the information, skills, and support necessary to create safer communities. Our collaborative approach, which we warmly invite you to participate in, aims to raise awareness, promote best practices, and drive meaningful change in safeguarding standards within the Jesuit networks and the wider Church in Africa. Together, we can make a difference.
Here, you will find information on our various programs, upcoming events, and opportunities for professional development. We encourage you to explore our case studies, research publications, and best practice guidelines, all tailored to address the unique challenges safeguarding practitioners face in Africa.
Learning and Practice
Our centre offers a robust curriculum for students that blends theoretical knowledge with practical application. Our courses are developed and delivered by experienced professionals passionate about safeguarding and committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning. We believe that education is a powerful tool in the fight against abuse and exploitation, and we are dedicated to equipping our students with the skills they need to make a positive impact in their communities.
Consultancy and Support
We provide various consultancy services for practitioners and organizations, including risk assessments, policy development, and capacity-building workshops. Our team of experts is here to support you in implementing effective safeguarding measures and creating conditions where everybody can flourish in well-being and dignity.
An Invitation to Join Us
We invite our visitors to observe, engage with our work, and join our mission. Whether you seek information, want to collaborate, or learn more about safeguarding, we are here to assist you. Safeguarding is a collective responsibility, no one can succeed in isolation, we sincerely appreciate your interest and potential contribution to this vital cause. Let your visit grow into an interest of joining our community of practice where we engage one another in discourses on matters safeguarding, learning from each other as peers in this field.
Thank you for visiting the Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa. I am delighted that you are here and I am convinced that your presence and contribution will help us build and promote a Consistent Culture of Protection.
Rooted in Compassion, Justice and Service
Our work is guided by Jesuit values and a shared commitment to dignity, accountability, learning, and the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
Compassion
Promoting environments where every person is treated with dignity, care, and respect, with particular attention to the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable adults.
Justice
Encouraging responsible safeguarding practices, accountability, and the implementation of standards that help prevent abuse, exploitation, and harm.
Service
Equipping individuals, institutions, and communities with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to strengthen safeguarding practice.
Knowledge That Strengthens Protection
Explore research publications, case studies, and best-practice guidelines designed to support safeguarding practitioners in responding to the challenges and opportunities of the African context.
Research and Publications
Research outputs that inform safeguarding practice in the African context.
Case Studies
Case studies that illustrate the challenges and good practice in safeguarding.
Guidelines and Resources
Best-practice guidelines and resources to support safeguarding practitioners.
Safeguarding Is a Collective Responsibility
No individual or institution can succeed in isolation. Through dialogue, shared learning, and collaboration, safeguarding practitioners can strengthen their knowledge and contribute to a more consistent culture of protection across Africa.
Join a community of peers committed to discussing safeguarding challenges, sharing professional experiences, learning from one another, and promoting good practice.
Together, Let Us Build a Consistent Culture of Protection
Thank you for visiting the Jesuit Centre for Safeguarding in Africa. Your interest, participation, and contribution can help strengthen safeguarding practice and promote safer communities across the continent.