This week on Talking Catholic, we welcome a long overdue guest: Robin Strough, Director of the Office of Child and Youth Protection for the Diocese of Camden. Robin joins us to share important updates from her department and to explain her mission — ensuring that every child entrusted to the Diocese is protected, supported, and surrounded by a safe environment. She also walks us through how the Diocese works to remain fully compliant with the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.

Some of the topics in this episode are difficult to hear but essential. Robin reminds us that “prevention is instrumental to a child’s future,” and that when we see concerning behavior, “Don’t be afraid. You could be saving a life.” Her insights are a powerful call to vigilance, compassion, and shared responsibility.

To learn more about the Office of Child and Youth Protection — including upcoming trainings and events — visit https://camdendiocese.org/cyp/.

One upcoming opportunity to note: a Safe Environments Coordinator Retreat on Thursday, December 4, from 9 AM–2 PM at Christ the Redeemer Parish in Atco.

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