Lion’s Heart Teen Volunteers and Leaders
Youth Protection & Privacy Policy
At Lion's Heart Teen Volunteers and Leaders, the safety and well-being of our teen members is a top priority. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where young people can serve their communities, develop leadership skills, and make a positive impact.
Our youth protection guidelines address adult supervision, volunteer screening, appropriate conduct, and the reporting of safety concerns.
Lion's Heart asks that at least two approved adults be present at Lion's Heart group meetings to promote a safe and appropriately supervised environment.
Parents and adult volunteers serving in designated supervisory roles must complete applicable background screening requirements.
Lion's Heart uses IntelliCorp to administer background checks.
Lion's Heart staff verify screening completion and notify the parent volunteer and Class Coordinator when clearance is received.
Class Coordinators have access to adult volunteer instructions and screening procedures through their online portal.
Additional screening, training, and supervision requirements may apply under state law.
For volunteer opportunities hosted by outside nonprofit organizations, participants must also follow the host organization's safety and supervision requirements.
Lion's Heart expects adult volunteers, Class Coordinators, and participating families to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Adults should avoid isolated, one-on-one interactions with minors whenever possible.
Physical punishment, threatening behavior, harassment, bullying, and abuse are not tolerated.
Adults should maintain appropriate boundaries and treat all youth members with dignity and respect.
Parents and volunteers are encouraged to communicate concerns about member safety or inappropriate conduct promptly.
Lion's Heart takes reports of suspected abuse, bullying, harassment, or inappropriate conduct seriously.
Concerns involving Lion's Heart activities may be brought to a Class Coordinator, Chapter President, or Lion's Heart staff member. Concerns received by staff should be promptly communicated to organizational leadership.
Suspected child abuse or neglect must also be reported directly to the appropriate child protective services or law enforcement agency when required by applicable law. Internal notification to Lion's Heart does not replace or delay any legally required report.
If a child is in immediate danger, call 911.
Lion's Heart is committed to handling safety concerns responsibly, respecting confidentiality, and protecting the well-being of youth members.
Parents and guardians play an important role in supporting a safe volunteer experience.
We encourage families to remain involved, familiarize themselves with Lion's Heart guidelines, and communicate questions or concerns to their Class Coordinator or Lion's Heart staff.
Lion's Heart respects the privacy of our members and families. We are committed to protecting personal information and using member data only for authorized organizational and educational purposes.
Our privacy commitments include:
Lion's Heart is committed to continually reviewing and strengthening its youth protection practices to support a safe and positive experience for every member.