The NSWTA supports a child-safe culture with values and practices that guide the attitudes and behaviour of all staff, volunteers and members. Good leaders champion these values and embed them in organisational governance. The following values should be at the heart of any approach that prioritises children’s safety:
- The best interests of children and their protection from harm is paramount.
- Child abuse is not tolerated and must not happen.
- Children’s rights are understood and respected.
- Concerns about child safety raised by children and their parents and carers are acted on.
- Reporting abuse is not obstructed or prevented
