Child Safety Action Plan

STANDARD 1 – Cultural Safety and Inclusion

• We begin all events with an Acknowledgement of Country.

• Our programming is free from cultural appropriation, including within concert material.

• A cultural consultant will advise on program development and event planning.

• We support pathways for Aboriginal students into full-time training and employment within our company.

STANDARD 2 – A Culture of Child Safety

• Our leaders, staff, volunteers, and students are united in prioritising child safety in all aspects of our work.

• Concerns for safety are taken seriously, and action is always taken when necessary.

• Senior leadership routinely reviews our approach to child safety and wellbeing to ensure ongoing improvement.

STANDARD 3 – Empowering Children and Young People

• Our team receives training to support children in expressing themselves and raising concerns.

• We encourage friendships, peer support, and challenge exclusion or bullying through inclusive practice.

STANDARD 4 – Family and Community Engagement

• Staff and volunteers are trained to recognise and act on signs of abuse or harm.

• Families and community members are invited to contribute feedback on our child safety policies and practices.

STANDARD 5 – Equity and Respect for Diversity

• Our team is supported with guidance to recognise diverse needs and reduce vulnerability to harm.

• Leaders actively promote equity and respect for every child in our care.

STANDARD 6 – Safe Recruitment and Onboarding

• All job advertisements include our commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

• Our recruitment process includes interviews, reference checks, and Working with Children Checks.

• New staff and volunteers receive induction on our Code of Conduct, child safety policy, reporting obligations, and safety procedures.

STANDARD 7 – Complaints and Feedback

• We maintain records of all complaints and safety concerns and respond promptly.

• Information on how to raise concerns is made accessible to children, families, and the wider community.

STANDARD 8 – Ongoing Training and Capacity Building

• All team members receive child safety training on induction and at regular intervals.

• Training includes identifying harm, managing disclosures, reporting requirements, and creating culturally safe environments.

STANDARD 9 – Risk Management and Online Safety

• Our risk assessments consider feedback from staff, children, and families.

• Third-party agreements include child safety clauses.

• We provide guidance on online safety, including cyberbullying, grooming, and digital risks.

STANDARD 10 – Continuous Improvement

• Incidents and policy breaches are reviewed to identify and address systemic issues.

• Outcomes and improvements from reviews are communicated openly with staff, families, and the community.

STANDARD 11 – Policy Review and Accessibility

• We regularly consult with our community to improve child safety practices.

• All child safety policies reflect the Child Safe Standards and the unique needs of our organisation.

• Our policies are written in accessible language and are easy to find.