protecting our children. about boys & girls clubs 2 national organization (bgca) 1,100+ local...
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Protecting Our Children
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About Boys & Girls Clubs
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National Organization (BGCA) 1,100+ Local Organizations 4,000 Club Sites 4.1 Million Youth Served 250,000 Staff & Volunteers
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Our Mission
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible persons.
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Our Focus
Primary focus for youth: Academic Success Healthy Lifestyles Character & Leadership
None of this happens without a safe environment for kids.
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History: Background Checks
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2000 Introduced BC’s to Clubs via LexisNexis/Choicepoint
2003 Partnered w/NCMEC & FBI in U.S. PROTECT Act
2005 Mandated BC’s for Clubs Identify Verification National Criminal Search National Sex Offender Search Staff/Vols in contact with youth Re-screen every two years.
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Screening Standards
Up-to-Date Policies Job descriptions, All Positions Detailed Applications Face-to-Face Interviews Reference Checks (character) Criminal Background Checks Defined Evaluation Process Formal Introductory Period