AusCamp’s commitment
AusCamp expects people involved in its programs and venues to act respectfully, follow appropriate boundaries, respond to safety concerns and place the wellbeing of children and young people at the centre of decisions.
Working with schools, families and organisers
Child safety is a shared responsibility. Organisers should provide relevant participant information, supervision arrangements, emergency contacts and organisational requirements before the experience begins. AusCamp will discuss roles and practical arrangements during planning.
Participation, inclusion and cultural safety
Children and young people should be treated fairly and listened to. Planning should consider age, ability, culture, identity, communication and support needs so barriers can be identified and suitable arrangements discussed.
Expected behaviour
Bullying, harassment, discrimination, violence, grooming, sexual misconduct, exploitation and other harmful behaviour are not acceptable. Participants, visitors, leaders and team members are expected to follow reasonable conduct and safety directions.
Raising a concern
A child, young person, parent, carer, teacher, leader or visitor can raise a concern with an AusCamp team member or through the contact details on this website. Concerns will be taken seriously and handled according to the circumstances, including referral to appropriate authorities where required.
Immediate danger
If a child or young person is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero on 000. Safety concerns that may involve a crime or reportable conduct should also be raised with the relevant authority.
Information and privacy
Information about a child safety concern will be handled sensitively and shared only where reasonably needed to respond, protect a person, meet a legal obligation or obtain appropriate advice.
Questions before a program
Organisers are encouraged to discuss child safety expectations, participant needs and supervision arrangements with AusCamp during planning.
Questions about this information?
Contact AusCamp if you need clarification or would like to discuss how this information applies to your plans.
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