Colucy, Dominic

Vice-Chancellor dcolucy@youngstowndiocese.org 144 W Wood St, Youngstown, OH 44503 (330) 744-8451; ext. 293 Assignments: Director, Office of Safe Environment Victim Assistance Coordinator
Safe Environment: Updated Background Check Requirements

The Safe Envrionment Office and the Office of Catholic Schools have updated requirements for background checks for school employees.
Acknowledge Revised and Amended Safe Environment Policy

Please review and acknowledge the new diocesan Safe Environment policies available for download in English and Spanish through your VIRTUS account. Visit VIRTUS to log in and complete the acknowledgement. For assistance, contact Dominic Colucy at dcolucy@youngstowndiocese.org or visit the Safe Environment Page.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month

All Catholic parishes, schools, and families are encouraged to recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. Here are some resources to support your prayerful participation: USCCB Abuse Prevention Resources Diocese of Youngstown Office of Safe Environment Bulletin Announcement April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. It serves as an annual reminder of the importance […]
Reporting Child/Vulnerable Adult Abuse

To report abuse or a violation of the Safe Environment Policy, contact Mr. Dominic Colucy, Safe Environment Coordinator at (office) 330-744-8451 x293 or (response line) 330-718-1388.
Safe Environment: Updating Information

Procedures for Safe Environment Compliance Officers to add, move, inactivate or remove individuals at their location. Contact the Safe Environment Coordinator at dcolucy@youngstowndiocese.org.
Safe Environment: Compliance Requirements

The Safe Envrionment compliance requirements for the Diocese of Youngstown include VIRTUS training, acknowledgment form (Appendix 9), and background checks.
Safe Environment: Who needs to be compliant?

FAQ: Who needs to be compliant with Safe Environment policies and procedures in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown?
Diocese of Youngstown in Full Compliance with National Child Protection Policies, According to Independent On-Site Audit

In November 2023, the Diocese of Youngstown received a letter of confirmation from StoneBridge Business Partners that the diocese has been found in full compliance with safe environment policies established by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).
Safe Environment Materiales de Boletín (in Spanish)

The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.