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Adults (defined as those 18 years of age or older) are required to undergo a vetting process to be a volunteer at any WVU Sponsored Program. If a volunteer has Direct Contact with a youth participant, this process will require:
Questions regarding Children On Campus requirements, scheduling online or in-person training should contact our Youth Protection Program Specialist, Mason Arbogast, at mason.arbogast@mail.wvu.edu or by phone at 304-293-5600
Keeping children and youth safe during camp and education experiences can present unique challenges to hosting units on campus. Our team has put together a collection of resources and documents for you to use and reference as we build a safer campus community.
WVU University Police and Office of Emergency Management
The University Police Department was created in 1961 by an act of the WV Legislature to maintain law and order on the West Virginia University campuses by working to prevent crime and by apprehending perpetrators when crimes do occur. This department is now one of the larger police departments in the state and serves a diverse community with a focus on service and protection. We look forward to serving your needs while visiting, studying, living or working at our campus
WVU Record Retention Program Sponsors are required to retain program-related documentation per WVU Record Retention Schedule and the Office of General Counsel.
West Virginia Department of Health & Human Resources Bureau for Children and Families
The Bureau for Children and Families provides an accessible, integrated, comprehensive quality service system for West Virginia's children, families, and adults to help them achieve maximum potential and improve their quality of life.
WVDHHR Camp Safety Resources for Parents
One of the most exciting days for a child is getting ready for summer camp. But, as a parent, you are also thinking about health and safety.
West Virginia Center for Children's Justice
A statewide trauma informed response to child maltreatment and children’s exposure to violence.
At SHIELD Task Force, we believe this can be done by mobilizing a statewide coalition of law enforcement agencies, nonprofit organizations, faith communities, professionals, and volunteers to educate the public, empower victims, stop predators, and support survivors.
The mission of the American Camp Association is enriching the lives of children, youth and adults through the camp experience.
Zero Abuse Project is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to transforming institutions in order to effectively prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse.
Our programs are designed to provide cross-disciplinary education and training, advocacy for systemic legal change, guidance for survivor support, and emerging technologies. We take a holistic approach by also recognizing and addressing the intersecting forms of child maltreatment in connection with child sexual abuse.
Zero Abuse Project is working to eliminate child sexual abuse in all of its forms.
Clery Center for Security on Campus
Clery Center works with colleges sand universities to create safer campuses. Training and information is available on the Jeanne Clery Act and related laws.
Managing Camp Liability (2017)
This article outlines risk considerations for planning and executing a camp (or other youth program).
National Center for Campus Public Safety Planning for the Safety of Minors – Routine and Emergency Situations (2016)
National expert in Safety of Minors issues, Ann Franke, offers a handbook of resources addressing safety of minors on campus.
University Risk Management & Insurance Association – Nine Steps for Preventing the Sexual Abuse of Minors on Campus (2012)
Richard, Dangel, CEO of Praesidium Inc. offers a 9-step strategy for prevention of risk of sexual abuse occurrences on campus.
CDC Preventing Child Sexual Abuse Within Youth-Serving Organizations
This publication of the Centers for Disease Control offers strategies to guide hiring, training and supervision of staff and volunteers who would work with youth, as well as creating safe environments and responding to suspected abuse.
Through the combination of research, education, and community advocacy, Darkness to Light uses a social behavior change approach to pioneer new training initiatives that bring child sexual abuse to the attention of the broader cultural conversation.
National Sexual Violence Resource Center – Preventing Child Sexual Abuse Resources
This link includes several useful educational resources for organizations, schools and communities to explore to increase child abuse prevention efforts.
Media and technology information tailored to parents, educators, and advocates.
Research-based safety tips, parents’ guidebooks, advice, news and commentary on tech use and policy.
Guidance on recognizing and preventing cyberbullying from stopbullying.gov.
It provides age-appropriate videos and activities to help teach children be safer online with the goal of helping children to become more aware of potential online risks and empowering them to help prevent victimization by making safer choices on- and offline.
Parental Control Guide for Online Safety
Strategies to talk to kids about online safety and employ parental controls for supervision.
Whether your child or teen is participating in summer camps held on campus or attending an offsite workshop sponsored by West Virginia University, rest assured we are committed to providing your child with the best experience possible. As professionals, we know we are entrusted with your children, and we take this responsibility to protect your children very seriously.
Camp can last from just a few days or stretch to all summer long. It's well worth the trouble to investigate camp programs before your camper packs a backpack. These questions help you explore the options.
Once you have selected the best program for your child:
Each individual involved in children’s programming agrees to follow the established university code of conduct. In addition, our program faculty, staff, students and volunteers undergo a background screening and complete training focused on identifying the warning signs of child abuse or neglect, including physical or sexual abuse and how to report.