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Frome Youth Choir “Young People First” Policy
Updated October 2008

 

It is the policy of the Frome Youth Choir to safeguard the welfare of all Members by protecting them from physical, sexual and emotional harm.

The Frome Youth Choir is committed to:

  • Taking into account in all its considerations and activities the interests and well-being of young people;
  • Respecting the rights, wishes and feelings of the young people with whom it is working
  • Taking all reasonable practicable steps to protect them from physical, sexual, and emotional abuse
  • Promoting the welfare of young people and their protection within a relationship of trust.

All adults aged eighteen or over, no matter what their role or involvement within the Frome Youth Choir, are responsible for putting this policy into practice at all times. This also applies to voluntary helpers under the age of 18.

Regulatory framework:

  •  Children Act 1989
  •  United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child
  • South West Child Protection Procedures without the jargon

 

 

Useful contact numbers:

Chair of Frome Youth Choir        01373 452958
Somerset Direct                              0845 3459122
Emergency Duty Team (EDT)    01458 253241
Police                                           0845 456 7000

 

 

If in any doubt about policy or procedure please contact:
The Chair on 01373 452958

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