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Learn about Rotary International's commitment to safeguarding youth in Rotary activities, prevention tools, recognizing signs of abuse, responding to allegations, and the support system for Youth Exchange programs.
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Statement of Conduct for Working with Youth Rotary International is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all participants in Rotary activities. It is the duty of all Rotarians, Rotarians’ spouses, partners, and other volunteers to safeguard to the best of their ability the welfare of and to prevent the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of children and young people with whom they come into contact. Slide 1
Prevention Tools • Policy • Selection and screening • Training • Support and communication • Program participants Slide 2
Recognizing Abuse and Harassment The signs of abuse and harassment are often the same as other problems. Watch for: • Sudden changes in behavior • Clusters of symptoms • Drop off in school performance Slide 3
Responding to an Allegation • Receiving a report • Immediate response • Follow-through Slide 4
Youth Exchange Support System • District governor • District Youth Exchange officers • Club president • Club Youth Exchange officer • Rotarian counselor • Host families • Parents • Students Slide 5
Statement of Conduct for Working with Youth Rotary International is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all participants in Rotary activities. It is the duty of all Rotarians, Rotarians’ spouses, partners, and other volunteers to safeguard to the best of their ability the welfare of and to prevent the physical, sexual, or emotional abuse of children and young people with whom they come into contact. Slide 6