Child and Youth Protection

Founded on the determination of respecting and recognizing the dignity of every person —created in the image and likeness of God— by fostering a culture of safety, healing, and accountability, the Office of Child and Youth Protection is dedicated to the protection of minors and vulnerable adults, and the pastoral care and accompaniment of abuse victims.

Phone

(909) 475-5125

Email

childandyouthprotection@sbdiocese.org

Fax

(909) 475-5126

Mailing Address

1201 E Highland Ave
San Bernardino, CA
92404

Hours

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Resources

Last Generated: Mar 24, 2026 7:54PM

Staff Information

Elder Samaniego, Director
Email: esamaniego@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909) 475-5127

Elsalaura Gallegos, Children and Victims Advocate
Email: egallegos@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909) 475-5129

Johanna Valdivia, Administrative Secretary
Email: jvaldivia@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909) 475-5128

Maria de los Angeles Guerrero, Office Assistant
Email: mguerrero@sbdiocese.org
Phone: (909) 475-5125

Cecilia Mendez, Victim Assistance Coordinator
vacoordinator@sbdiocese.org
(909) 474-4954

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