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Statement of Conduct for Working With Youth

Rotary International strives to create and maintain a safe environment for all youth who participate in Rotary activities. To the best of their ability, Rotary members, their partners, and other volunteers must safeguard the children and young people with whom they come into contact and protect them from physical, sexual, and psychological abuse.

All Rotarian and non-Rotarian volunteers interested in working with, participating in service projects with, or in any other way coming into contact in their capacity as a Rotarian with youth, must meet Rotary International and district eligibility requirements.

• Complete a volunteer application form.
• Undergo a criminal background check.
• Not be included in any sex offender registry.
• Be interviewed by the District Youth Protection Officer or District Governor.
• Provide a list of personal references with contact information (references must not include family members and no more than one Rotarian).