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Working group
Cadre of Padres & Madres
A national forum for chaplains and spiritual care practitioners working across defence, emergency services and related sectors — strengthening collaboration, shared learning and the role of spiritual care in service contexts.
About the group
A forum for those who provide spiritual care
The Cadre of Padres & Madres brings together chaplains and spiritual care practitioners working across defence, emergency services and related sectors. It provides a structured forum for collaboration, shared learning, and strengthening the role of spiritual care in service contexts — operating under a Terms of Reference and reporting into VESPIIA's governance framework.
Who it's for
Chaplains, padres, madres and spiritual care practitioners working in or alongside defence, emergency services, police and corrections.
What it does
Provides a peer forum for collaboration, shared learning and strengthening the practice and recognition of spiritual care in service environments.
How it operates
National participation, primarily virtual. Operates under a Terms of Reference and reports into VESPIIA's governance framework.
Leadership
Meet the committee
The Cadre of Padres & Madres is led by Eva Galfi, supported by a committee of practitioners from across the sector.
Chair, Cadre of Padres & Madres · VESPIIA Director
Eva Galfi
Eva leads the Cadre of Padres & Madres working group and serves as a Director on the VESPIIA Board, bringing a chaplaincy and spiritual care focus to the Institute's governance and sector representation.
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Events
Upcoming Cadre events
Roundtables, briefings and sessions for the Cadre of Padres & Madres. All events are also listed on the main VESPIIA events page.
No Cadre events scheduled right now
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Resources
Cadre resources
Resources relevant to spiritual care practice in service environments. The full VESPIIA resource library is available to all members.
Terms of Reference
The governing document for the Cadre of Padres & Madres working group — purpose, membership and reporting.
View Terms of Reference
VESPIIA resource library
Templates, guides and professional development sessions available to all VESPIIA members.
Browse the resource library
Want to join the Cadre?
Participation is by expression of interest. Chaplains and spiritual care practitioners across the sector are welcome to get involved.
Get involved with VESPIIA
Working groups are one way to contribute. Explore membership or get in touch directly.