The Catholic Church of Vermont is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all children and vulnerable adults.  The Church strives to uphold the dignity of all children and vulnerable adults and is committed to providing a safe environment for them in all Catholic schools, parishes, camps, events and faith-based programs.  Under the guidance and direction of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and the Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection, the Diocese of Burlington works alongside other Dioceses and Eparchies in the nation to ensure that the Catholic Church in the United States adheres to a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to child abuse and neglect. 

To learn more about the national efforts to prevent child abuse, read the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.