CHILD SAFE commitment statement
Our Commitment to Child Safety
BDU Lightning Basketball Club is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people participating in our club.
We believe every child has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and protected from harm. We have zero tolerance for child abuse, neglect, bullying, harassment, discrimination, grooming or any behaviour that places a child at risk.
BDU Lightning is committed to:
Providing a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment for all children and young people.
Promoting the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
Promoting the cultural safety of children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Providing a safe and inclusive environment for children with disability.
Empowering children to have a voice and participate in decisions that affect them.
Listening to and acting on concerns raised by children, families and members.
Recruiting, screening and supporting coaches, volunteers and officials who share our commitment to child safety.
Maintaining clear procedures for reporting and responding to child safety concerns.
Complying with the Victorian Child Safe Standards and Basketball Victoria Child Safeguarding requirements.
Everyone involved with BDU Lightning Basketball Club shares responsibility for keeping children safe.
Reporting Concerns
If you have concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child, please contact:
Child Safety Officer : Kirsty Dixon
Email : bduchildsafety@gmail.com
Mobile: 0437 122 431
Alternatively, concerns may be reported to the Club President or Vice President, Basketball Victoria, Victoria Police (000 in an emergency), or Child Protection Services.
Together we can create a safe, positive and enjoyable basketball environment for every child.