The Rights of Children

Each child has a right to comfort, acceptance, and safety. They also have a right to be protected from abuse, and organization members and leaders have an absolute obligation and responsibility to protect our youth.

The following young people’s rights are part of our core ethical fabric and should be protected at all times, including the right…

• To be safe;
• To feel safe;
• To protect their own bodies;
• To refuse inappropriate touches or actions;
• To get help against bullies;
• To not keep secrets;
• To say no;
• To tell; and
• To be believed.