Child Safety

Our Commitment to Child Safety

We hold the safety and wellbeing of children above all else. Because child safety is at the heart of everything we do.

We strive to provide an environment that is culturally, physically, emotionally and socially safe and inclusive for all children. We are also committed to listening to, responding to and elevating the voices of children to ensure their needs and lived experiences are reflected throughout our work and we can support and empower them to lead safe and healthy lives.

Our Child Protection Policy

Our policies and procedures explicitly ensure child and youth wellbeing is embedded within our organisation’s culture. Additionally, we promote child safety and wellbeing by following the ten National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

Leadership, Governance and Culture

We strive to promote the safety, protection and wellbeing of children and young people.

Children and Young People’s Participation

We promote a child safe inclusive culture that ensures our service environments are for all children and young people.

Family and Community Involvement

We ensure there is a clear understanding of our commitment to those who access our services.

Equity and Diversity

We will not tolerate any discriminatory practice and thrive to address any barriers for children and young people.

Recruitment and Suitability

All representatives are required to undertake a Working with Children Check and hold a valid Blue Card before working with us.

Complaints and Feedback

Children and young people who engage with our services will have the information and support they need to raise any concerns.

Support and Development

We build professional development, supervision and support, to promote and maintain a child and youth safe organisation.

Safe Physical and Online Environments

Our staff must complete induction and ongoing training on managing risks and creating safe environments, for children and young people in our services.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to strengthening, embedding, and maintaining an organisation-wide child and youth safe culture through a process of continuous improvement.

Identifying, Responding, and Reporting Harm and Risk of Harm

Safeguarding children and young people are the responsibility of all LEQ staff. We will not tolerate any abuse or neglect of children or young people involved with our service.

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We actively promote a safe environment for children. Additionally, we enforce zero tolerance towards child abuse and protect the physical, emotional, cultural, and social wellbeing of all children.

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