A series of cases of child abuse in Hong Kong have been exposed. Among them, the “Tong Le Ju” under the Hong Kong Society for the Protection of Children broke out a child abuse case last year. Dozens of staff were arrested on suspicion of child abuse, reflecting that child-related organizations lack relevant policies to prevent children abused.
In order to strengthen the protection of children's safety, Zhang Zhushan Kindergarten and Kindergarten under the Wuyi Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Hong Kong and Wuyi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Kindergarten Kindergarten have assisted in the formulation of the "Children's Protection Policy" through the International Association for Child Care (Hong Kong), which has become the first batch of Hong Kong to sign and implement A school sponsoring group that implements the policy.
The Hong Kong Wuyi Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the International Preschool Association (Hong Kong) co-organized today (26th) a joint press conference on the "Kindergarten and Kindergarten "Protecting Children's Policy" to showcase the organization's implementation of the policy under the framework of the Preschool Association. Hong Kong Wuyi Industry and Commerce Co., Ltd. Zhang Zhushan Kindergarten, a subsidiary of the Federation, and the Preschool Association jointly signed the "Children Protection Policy" and promised to follow the "Policies", "Procedures", "Personnel and Culture", and "Children Protection Policy" within the framework of the proposed "Children Protection Policy". "Accountability" four areas, set a total of 20 standards.
It was formulated with reference to relevant UK and Australian regulations and guidelines
Siu Meijuan, Director-General of the International Children's Association (Hong Kong), said that the purpose of the child protection policy is to "reduce the risk of harm", to create a safe environment for children, and to take appropriate actions to properly handle matters that threaten the safety of children in the institution, but there is currently no In view of the official framework of the policy of protecting children, the International Children's Association understands the relevant regulations and guidelines of other advanced regions such as the United Kingdom and Australia, and then integrates and promotes a total of 20 standards in four categories, and implements relevant measures to protect children in the organization. Provide an evidence-based reference.
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The Code has a whistle-blowing policy so that employees can feel at ease in reporting suspected child abuse incidents
Yan Wenhui, chairman of the Wuyi Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Hong Kong and supervisor of early childhood services, said that after the association signed the "Protecting Children Policy", it will follow a total of 20 standards within the framework of the International Children's Association's recommendations, including formulating a clear code of conduct; setting out Appropriate and inappropriate behavior towards children; set up a reporting policy, so that employees can report suspected child abuse incidents in the organization with peace of mind without worrying about being investigated or discriminated against. It is hoped that the policy can provide reference and guidance for child workers, and protect Every child has the right to protection.
Safeguarding the Children Policy Framework
Policy
1. The agency is committed to safeguarding all children and taking reasonable steps to keep them safe.
2. Establish a clear code of conduct setting out appropriate and inappropriate behaviour towards children.
3. By signing the relevant policy terms, ensure that the policy applies to all employees
4. By signing the relevant policy terms, ensure that the policy applies to all volunteers and related partners.
Procedure
5. Provide staff, parents and children with clear instructions for handling complaints.
6. Clearly document all incidents, allegations and complaints about child injury.
7. Specify a time limit for handling complaints of suspected child abuse incidents within the facility.
8. Prescribe how the protection of children will be ensured during the investigation.
9. Establish a whistle-blowing policy so that employees can feel comfortable reporting incidents of suspected child abuse in the organization without fear of being held accountable or discriminated against.
10. Assess the risk of harm to children in the daily operations and activities of the institution, and make risk management measures.
11. Respect and protect the privacy of children. Before releasing personal data or photos of children, the consent of children and parents must be sought and obtained.
Personnel and Culture
12. Check whether prospective employees hired have sexual conviction records.
13. During the recruitment process, understand the attitude and ability of the applicant and partners on child protection to determine his/her suitability for the relevant work.
14. Provide employees with training and support in child care.
15. Provide volunteers and partners with training and support to protect children.
16. Designate at least one employee to be responsible for the work of "protecting children" and to promote the implementation of the organization's policies.
17. Create a culture and atmosphere within the institution of open discussion of safeguarding children.
Accountability
18. The policy is available for public inspection, including children and parents.
19. Proactively consult children and families to review the effectiveness of child protection measures for child protection.
20. Regularly review the child protection policy and related measures for one to two years to ensure that the policy is appropriate and effectively protects children.
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