The Catholic Church is committed to respect for the dignity of each human person. Acts of sexual exploitation or abuse, particularly against children or the vulnerable, will not be tolerated by the Diocese of Charleston.
If you have been abused by a member of the clergy or any other representative of the Church, we encourage you to call:
Victim Assistance Coordinator: Mary Nicole Cook
843-856-0748 or 800-921-8122
Additionally, if you are reporting abuse by a sitting bishop, you can make a report:
Report online: reportbishopabuse.org
Phone: 800-276-1562
(Please contact law enforcement first.)
Diocesan Charter for the Protection of Children English Spanish
Code of Conduct English Spanish
Victim Assistance Coordinator Brochure English Spanish