Our Commitment To Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable People
Statement of Commitment: Esthers Australia Ltd.
Esthers Australia Ltd is steadfast in upholding the dignity, worth, and rights of every individual, with a focus on safeguarding and empowering the most vulnerable members of our community, particularly children, young people, and adults at risk. We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every person can thrive within their families and communities.
Guided by the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations, we place the safety and well-being of children and young people at the heart of our actions, values, and decisions. This includes building a culture where children, young people, families, and communities feel confident to engage, participate, and voice their concerns. We value diversity and are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, as well as those from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
Our commitment encompasses:
Providing care, support, and advocacy for all vulnerable individuals engaging with our organization.
Empowering children, young people, and adults at risk to actively participate in our programs and their communities.
Taking intentional steps to prevent harm and abuse while prioritizing the best interests of those we serve.
Ensuring all individuals have access to a safe and supportive environment, whether physical or digital.
Esthers Australia Ltd ensures that all allegations or disclosures of abuse are taken seriously, responded to appropriately, and reported to the relevant authorities, with the safety of the child or vulnerable person as our primary consideration. We uphold values of compassion and integrity, never obstructing investigations or enabling harm.
We are dedicated to employing and engaging only those suitable to work with children and young people, equipping our staff, contractors, volunteers, and leadership with the knowledge and tools to ensure safety, and embedding child-safe practices in our quality assurance processes. Our organizational policies, including the Code of Conduct and safeguarding procedures, are regularly reviewed and enhanced to maintain the highest standards of protection.
Through supporting our clients participation in initiatives such as the National Redress Scheme, support for the Guardian for Children and Young People’s Charter of Rights, and other safeguarding frameworks, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to creating an environment where all individuals, particularly children and young people, can feel safe, respected, and valued as they achieve their full potential.
Gaye James
CEO for ESTHERS Australia Ltd
The responsibilities outlined above are specified in the following key documents:
Code of Conduct Policy
Child and Youth Safe Policy
Behavioural Standards for Keeping Children and Young People Safe Policy