MEMBER PROTECTION
EV CHILD SAFE
REPORTING
Complaints relating to Child Safeguarding and Discrimination should be lodged with Sport Integrity Australia. For further information: Responding to children and young people's disclosures of abuse | Australian Institute of Family Studies.
If the alleged Child Abuse is occurring in a Relevant Organisation to Equestrian Victoria, that includes any affiliates, it must also be documented on the Report Form found on the SIA website
REMOVING HARMFUL CONTENT
The E-safety commission can remove harmful content from social media within 24 hours. It is also a great site for resources for young people (this is worth noting, as young people can often post harmful content and parents are not sure how to get it erased – the key is to contact these people immediately). https://www.esafety.gov.au/report
FURTHER CHILD SAFE EDUCATION RESOURCES
For further resources including information about the Online Learning, infographics and more, please visit: https://www.vic.equestrian.org.au/content/child-safe-education-resources
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK
ABOUT AND HOW TO APPLY FOR A WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK
The working with children check is a screening process designed to protect children from sexual and physical harm by ensuring that individuals who work with or care for them are properly vetted.
More info? Then please read The Working With Children Check explained.
Application Requirement: It is illegal to start child-related work without applying for a WWCC first.
Screening Process: The check examines criminal history across all Australian states and territories, professional conduct, and compliance with sex offender legislation.
Digital Check: A new digital WWCC is available, which can be stored in the Service Victoria app for convenience.
Application Process: You can apply online through Service Victoria, and specific proof of identity documents are required.
APPLY HERE: Working with Children Check. You can apply from home and there is no need to go to the post office unless you are experiencing trouble with the online form.
For more detailed information, you can visit the official Victorian Government website.
FURTHER RESOURCES
- Child Safeguarding Story of Sport (Video)
- Child Safe Training: https://elearning.sportintegrity.gov.au/blocks/androgogic_catalogue/index.php?c2=SIA
- The 11 standards: https://ccyp.vic.gov.au/child-safe-standards/the-11-child-safe-standards/
- Child Safe Standards Website
- Report a Concern about Child Safety and About the Reporting Procedure
NATIONAL POLICY
As the state body for Equestrian Australia (EA), Equestrian Victoria takes very seriously its responsibility to deliver a safe and welcoming sporting environment that is caring, nurturing and safe for children.
Our sport operates across Australia and engages children and young people through a number of programs such as competition, young rider squads, participation activities and social events. The Equestrian Australia Child Safety Commitment Statement can be read in full by clicking on the link below.
CONTACT
For any questions, or to report any Child Safety concerns, please contact
DEREK O'LEARY
CEO Equestrian Victoria
Email: [email protected]
