Safeguarding is not the same today as it was even 10 years ago, much less four decades ago, which is when many organizations started to realize the importance of protecting children.
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In the midst of hearing new stories of sexual harassment and abuse, cultural norms, new legislation, heightened requirements from insurance companies, and ever-increasing knowledge of good and best practices, organizations need to stay on top of their safeguarding policies, procedures and training. There are plenty of options to turn to for keeping abuse prevention fresh and current. Here are five ways to keep your safeguarding up-to-date: |
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1) Professional Development: Our certification courses equip administrator, trainers, and board members with the goal that Plan to Protect® is not just something you do to qualify for insurance but to truly be successful in safeguarding.
2) Lifelong Learning. Each month we provide our members a deeper dive into topics relevant to your community. Here are 10 of the most popular special interest webinars on our school and member section of our website:
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3) Online training: 85% of our learners prefer online learning over classroom learning. Training can be self-paced and convenient. On our online school we incorporate different learning modalities and ensure that the training is kept up-to-date. (www.plantoprotectschool.com) |
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4) Revamp your policies: No better time than now to revamp and refresh your policies and procedures with the updated 2022 Plan to Protect® Safeguarding Guide for Children, Youth and Adult. This new manual has every sample policy and procedure statement that you will need to ensure you are achieving a high standard of protection for every age group. (Check out our June special on a policy refresh!)
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5) Add technology to your safeguarding strategy: No longer do we need to be buried alive in paperwork to demonstrate due diligence. Today organizations can use online cloud-based information management, check-in, and digital waivers systems to simplify their processes. |
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Are you interested in our services?
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Check out our Training in June! |
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June 7, 2022
12:30pm-1:00pm Eastern Time
Learn the basics and standard of Plan to Protect. This is a complimentary webinar. Register to participate LIVE with Q&A time, or to receive access to an instant replay.
for details and registration.
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June 8, 2022
7:00pm - 8:00pm Eastern Time Elder Abuse Awareness
A one-hour seminar designed to raise the awareness of Elder Abuse. During this community event, we will learn what Elder Abuse is, how to recognize and respond to it. Everyone is welcome! Let's plan to protect!
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June 15, 2022
This webinar will provide a greater awareness of the prevalence of elder abuse and together we will discover how communities can help combat and prevent this growing epidemic. We will also take a deeper dive into the policies, procedures and training organizations should put into place to address this issue.
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June 16, 2022
8:00pm - 9:30pm Eastern Time
This webinar is great for individuals and groups who need to be refreshed in Plan to Protect® policies and procedures.
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June 18, 2022
1:00pm - 3:30pm Eastern Time
Join us for this 2 hour orientation training covering awareness of abuse and so much more!
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You are missing out so much by not being a Plan to Protect® member including the new 2022 Plan to Protect® manual, complimentary access to our special interest webinars, email and phone support, and discounts on certification training.
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Have you purchased your 2022 version of Plan to Protect® Safeguarding Guide for Children, Youth and Adults:
Church Edition?
Click Here to purchase the new manual located on our new storefront.
Better still .... become a member today and get one free
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Meet two of our newest staff members: |
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We asked Lana and Brent, “Why they believe it is important to become serious about safety?”
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Lana Luk – Chief Operating Officer said: Helping the vulnerable communities to prevent abuse is a great cause to work at Plan to Protect. We need to be more serious about safety before we see more terrible crises and tragedies happening in our society.
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Brent Sloss – Sales and Marketing Lead said: It is a delight to assist churches, charities, and not-for-profit organizations in providing abuse prevention and protection. Safeguarding is about people and people are important.
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“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.”
– William Arthur Ward
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Preventing abuse and protecting the vulnerable is a skill that needs to be taught. Policies need to be implemented, and people can only act on what they’ve learned. Insurance companies require staff and volunteers to be trained in abuse prevention, and for that training to be refreshed in order to qualify for abuse coverage. |
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Training does not need to be boring. It should include more than reading a policy or listening to a lecture. The goal is to make sure that everyone in an organization is on the same page, and we want to make sure everyone enjoys the process it takes to get there. Abuse is serious and heartbreaking. However, we aim to make learning about abuse prevention a beneficial and enjoyable experience. |
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Qualified trainers are highly encouraged to utilize creative methods of training to engage volunteers and staff and to keep training new and engaging for different learning styles and interests. Creative methods can include discussions, videos, scenarios, games, puzzles, etc. |
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Plan to Protect® Train the Trainer Certification courses are designed to aid in the qualification process and to equip the Trainer with Plan to Protect® PowerPoints, teaching notes and extensive creative method ideas for both initial Orientation training and Refresher training. Plan to Protect® Trainers should be re-certified every three years to receive the most updated training materials in order to provide the most current research and content for your volunteers and staff. Plan to Protect® should never be boring, rather it should be inspiring and fresh every year!
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“This was an excellent course! It gave me all the necessary skills for training the volunteers in my organization in an engaging and effective manner. I highly recommend this course for trainers of all organizations that need a "Plan to Protect"!” -Jean Maddock
“This course adds tremendous value to your organization. Well worth it. Having the resources, support, and training to create a safe and protected environment will only broaden your reach.” -Brad Brownell
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Do you have a Plan to Protect® policy that needs to be updated? Refresh your policy to reflect the new Plan to Protect® Safeguarding Guide for Children, Youth and Adults which include sexual misconduct, whistleblower, documentation management and retention, alcohol and drug use, progressive steps of discipline, online engagement, and more. Purchase a policy update and consultation, pay $300 and receive up to four hours of work (Maximum value $600, additional hours will be billed at $150 per hour).
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* Some conditions apply:
No additional discounts on the $300 initial fee.
Membership discounts do apply if additional hours apply.
Prices quoted prior to taxes
Turnaround times on policy work will be on a first come, first serve basis
Invoices for the $300 must be paid in full prior by June 30, 2022
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