Committee on Protection Policy

The Detroit Conference Protection Committee and Policy are intended to promote the health, welfare, and safety of children, youth, and vulnerable persons during district and Conference related functions, activities, or events.
 
The goals of this Policy and Committee include:
  1. Promoting a safe and nurturing environment for all children, youth, and vulnerable persons who participate in events sponsored by the Detroit Conference, its districts, and agencies.
  2. Protecting children, youth, and vulnerable persons from abuse and neglect.
  3. Protecting our care providers from false accusations of abuse or neglect.
  4. Minimizing potential Detroit Conference liability.
This webpage provides links to important information that the people of the Detroit Conference will need in order to follow the protection policy with its ministries and become certified to volunteer or work for the conference.
 

Policy

Conference Policy Statement for the Protection of Children, Youth, and Vulnerable Persons
 

Application

Conference Certification Application Form
Conference Certification Reference Form
Conference Certification Driver’s Application Form
Personal Information Authorization
Church History and Prior Volunteer Work
Confirmation Statement
Conference Recertification Application
Recertification Process
 

Certification Training

Upcoming Training Schedule
Contact List of Trainers by District or Organization
 

Conference Protection Policy Committee

Conference Protection Team Members
Conference Protection Policy Committee Meetings
 

Cyber Safety Information

Powerpoint presentation on Cyber Safety – Created by Jeff Poiner
 

Resources

40 Assets
Link to Safe Sanctuaries Website
Social Principles of the United Methodist Church
State of Michigan DHS Phone Numbers
Bullying

FAQ

Click here to view frequently asked questions about the Conference Protection Committee and Policy.