Standard 3
At Salesian College, students are empowered about their rights, participate in decisions affecting them and are taken seriously.
TO MEET THIS STANDARD THE COLLEGE MUST ENSURE
- Students are informed about all of their rights, including those related to safety, information and participation.
- The importance of friendships is recognised and support from peers is encouraged, to help our students feel safe and be less isolated.
- Where relevant students are offered access to sexual abuse prevention programs and to relevant related information in an age appropriate way.
- Staff and volunteers are attuned to signs of harm and facilitate child-friendly ways for students to express their views, participate in decision-making and raise their concerns.
- The college has strategies in place to develop a culture that facilitates participation and is responsive to the input of students.
- The college provides opportunities for students to participate and are responsive to their contributions, thereby strengthening confidence and engagement.
HOW IS THE COLLEGE IMPLEMENTING THIS STANDARD
- Student led Child Safety Committee
- Student complaints process
- Peer Mentoring Program
- Empowerment conversations in Oratory Program
- The College’s Positions of Leadership structure reflects student agency and empowerment
- Student voice included in curriculum