Protection of Minors Resources

These resources are intended to give a valuable and in-depth look at best practices, sample documents and guidelines for youth programs at VCU. While not required, using these recommended best practices and templates is encouraged.

Policy Resources:

• Safety and Protection of Minors Policy 1-Pager
• Minors Registration Flow Chart
• Minimum Requirements Chart
• Screening Eligibility Requirements
• Grooming & Red Flag Behaviors
• Guidelines for Virtual Youth Programs
• Ideal-Logic Registration Steps

Encouraged Sample Forms:

• Parent/Legal Guardian Consent Form
• Sample Communication and Notification Plan
• Over-The-Counter Medication Consent Form
• Sample Participant Spreadsheet
• Minors Incident Report
• Youth Participant Sign-in/out Log
• Medication Administration Log
• Sample Emergency Plan

Additional Campus and Government Resources:

• VCU Duty to Report policy
• VCU IRB Policies
• Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website
• Virginia State Sex Offender Registry
• Richmond Youth Development Network: Professional Development for Youth-Serving Organizations