Knights of Columbus Abuse Protocol Overview
This overview delves into the Ontario Knights of Columbus Abuse Protocol, emphasizing the importance of insurance coverage, risk management, community reputation, and the screening requirements for activities involving vulnerable individuals. It highlights the protocol's key components, such as zero tolerance for abuse, duty to report, annual review requirements, and adoption timelines set by the State Council. Members are required to undergo screening and training, with consequences outlined for non-compliance. The protocol aims to safeguard the well-being of vulnerable individuals and uphold the organization's standards.
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Ontario Knights of Columbus Abuse Protocol December 1, 2019
Purpose of Abuse Protocol 1. Insurance Company Necessity to provide coverage 2. State & Supreme Council To manage risk exposures 3. Our Community Preserving reputation, higher standards are expected 4. Survival - Without action plan this is not guaranteed
Screening Requirements Vulnerable individuals considered at higher risk of Abuse and includes children & youth (under 18), the disabled, elderly and the emotionally vulnerable (ie. widowed). Any activities where Members work closely with vulnerable individuals ALL Members must first be screened (criminal checks) and go through the required Praesdium training, these activities include (but not limited to): - Basketball free throw competitions and any other school activities - Squire groups - Home visitations Does NOT include events in a public or a community setting, example: having a car wash fundraiser for Special Olympics
Highlights of Protocol 1. The Knights of Columbus takes a position of Zero Tolerance 2. Protocol will clearly define the types of abuse that can occur 3. Each Member has a duty to report and will include a confidential reporting email & contact number 4. Protocol must be reviewed with all Members annually (this is considered training) 5. Must have a sign off of understanding from all Members after review 6. Will include consequences for non-compliance
Timelines for Adoption 1. Letter from State Deputy to all Councils requesting compliance January, 2020 2. Presentation of protocol at State Convention April, 2020 3. All Councils must be in compliance by May, 2020 4. Protocol review & signoff within each Council by end of December, 2020 5. Review & signoff for all Members Upon joining & annually thereafter
