Episode Summary:
Meet Father Justin Glyn; a Jesuit priest, lawyer, and passionate advocate for disability inclusion within faith communities. Drawing from his personal experiences as a blind individual and his extensive work in disability advocacy, Fr Justin offers us a unique and profound perspective on how safeguarding practices can better serve those with disabilities.

Key Takeaways:

• Importance of recognising and addressing the specific needs of individuals with disabilities in safeguarding practices
• Understanding the concepts of boundaries and belonging and how they relate to safeguarding within faith communities
• A critical examination of the traditional framing of disability as a subsection of safeguarding and why this approach may be limiting
• Insights into the changing dynamics of vulnerability and power in the context of disability and safeguarding

Led by Host Madison Clarke of Petros, the discussion delves into the themes of boundaries and belonging, exploring how faith organisations can create truly inclusive environments that respect and protect the dignity of all individuals. 

Fr Justin and Madison also tackle the changing nature of vulnerability and power, challenging the traditional approach of treating disability as just a subsection of safeguarding. Together, they discuss why this framing is insufficient and offer insights into how faith communities can rethink their safeguarding strategies to be more inclusive and effective.

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Guest Bio:
Fr Justin Glyn is a Jesuit priest and lawyer, who, despite being blind, has become a leading advocate for disability inclusion within faith communities. His work focuses on promoting dignity, respect, and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities, challenging conventional perspectives on vulnerability and power.

Resources Mentioned:

• International Safeguarding Conference
• Learn more about Fr Justin Glyn

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