Child Safety
The Youth Pride Network is committed to safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of children and young people.
Our statement
YPN committed to the safety, wellbeing, and rights of all children and young people, particularly LGBTIQA+ young people across Western Australia.
We work to create safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces where young people feel respected, supported, and able to participate meaningfully in our programs and activities. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or any form of harm.
YPN follows the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and is committed to embedding child safety into our culture, governance, and everyday practice. This includes safe recruitment, clear codes of conduct, staff training, and strong reporting processes for any concerns.
We actively listen to children and young people and take all concerns about safety seriously. Where needed, we respond in line with WA legal and child protection requirements and seek to ensure appropriate support is provided.
Child safety is everyone’s responsibility at YPN, and we are committed to continually improving how we keep young people safe.
Our Commitments
Prioritising the safety, wellbeing, and rights of children and young people in all decision-making, governance, and program delivery
Maintaining clear codes of conduct and reporting processes that outline expected behaviour and how concerns can be raised safely
Creating safe, inclusive, and affirming spaces free from discrimination, harassment, and harm
Upholding the voices and participation of children and young people, ensuring they are listened to and taken seriously in matters that affect them
Supporting equity and inclusion, recognising the diverse experiences and needs of LGBTIQA+ young people, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and young people with disability
Responding promptly and appropriately to all concerns, disclosures, or complaints, with a child-centred and trauma-informed approach
Ensuring safe recruitment, screening, and training practices for staff, volunteers, and contractors working with or around young people
Regularly reviewing and improving child safety practices, policies, and procedures to ensure they remain effective and relevant