This Appendix contains specific forms for implementing this policy in UUA programs and to support other UU programs in developing their own safety policies and procedures. These appendices are a work in progress and will be expanded as UUA programs fully implement the 2019 Youth Safety Guidelines.
In This Section
Adult Code of Conduct
From Youth Safety Guidelines
UUA Adult Code of Conduct for Youth Events, 2019 NOTE: This code of conduct applies to all adults at UUA youth events -- including those adults sent by congregations to sponsor or advise youth. Adults at UUA youth events are in a special position of trust as they foster youth spiritual development.
Adult and Youth Leader Code of Ethics
From Youth Safety Guidelines
UUA Youth and Adult Leaders Code of Ethics 2019 Adults and youth in leadership roles are in a position of stewardship and play a key role in fostering spiritual development of both individuals and the community. It is, therefore, especially important that leaders be well qualified to provide the...
Background Checks
From Youth Safety Guidelines
Recommended Provider We currently recommend Trusted Employee as a background check provider. They can do a national criminal justice and sex offender registry search along with other additional search options. Sample Letter This is a sample letter to use when asking adults to undergo a background...
Sample 18+ and Bridgers Orientation
From Youth Safety Guidelines
Who: Co-hosted by youth and adult program leaders For youth who are turning 18 and/or bridging soon. (Include any other youth who want to come. This is important info for everyone). At least one parent of a teenager should be present to share view of parents with younger youth When: After...
Sample Event Covenants
From Youth Safety Guidelines
“Covenant is the silk that joins Unitarian Universalist (UU) congregations, communities, and individuals together in a web of interconnection. The practice of promising to walk together is the precious core of our creedless faith. ‘Covenant’ is both a noun and a verb. It can be a written...
UUA Summary Report Form
From Youth Safety Guidelines
This is a report to submit to the UUA confidential record system for youth and adults whose actions at UUA youth ministry events warranted temporary or permanent suspension or restrictions in attending events. This report provides a summary of the status of the relationship between the individual...
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