The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP) is in place to review safeguarding activity in our diocese, advise on future plans and help us to ensure that the voices of those who have lived experience of trauma are heard and valued.
The panel is led by independent chair Sally Hodges, who has been a Director of Children’s Services in several authorities, and Chief Executive of a children’s trust. It is made up of a number of representatives including diocesan safeguarding staff, clergy and other independent contributors.

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New DSAP member, INEQE plans & new safeguarding resources | DSAP April 2026
The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP) met on Wednesday 29th April to discuss safeguarding strategy, guidance and support. The meeting was one of the panel’s regular, quarterly opportunities to come together as a panel to discuss these important topics. Sally Hodges, the Independent DSAP