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SCIS prioritises the safety of all students, this being their fundamental right to psychological and physical safety in diverse environments that may be different from their family home, and their home school.
SCIS endorses the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which recognize the equal entitlement to all rights and freedoms outlined, “without distinction of any kind, such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, or other status” (Article 2).
Process of Development of Marginalised Care Plan
The MCP applies to all SCIS Coaches, Athletes and volunteers.
This six step process applies to all students of marginalised groups within the communities across SCIS schools, who have identified needs for safety and protection, or additional care in absentia.
The MCP further applies to students who may require additional support when residing in a different cultural context.
Aligned to best practice in safeguarding the children of our schools, this policy protects their right to be psychologically and physically safe, and supported in unfamiliar environments when travelling to represent their school.
The following steps shall be followed for students that require an MCP:
Student with need identified (Student, Parent, Principal or counsellor identifies)
Principals &/or Counsellors informed - discuss need and options
Principal of student in need meets with parent
Recommendation made for MCP to Head of School(s) for final decision
Agreement reached regarding Care in absentia and parent informed
Relevant Athletic Director(s) and Head of School(s) informed of Care Plan
The responsibility to identify the need for additional care rests with the Student, Parent, Counselor and Principal, prior to the commencement of the tournament. An identified need shall be clearly defined and steps followed at least one month prior to tournament departure.
Guidelines
SCIS expects that all members will:
Adhere to the SCIS MCP that prohibits any form of discrimination, intimidation, or harassment against any person, and is educative, preventative, and restorative in practice and response.
Foster an inclusive culture that is responsive to the diverse social and cultural needs of individuals, groups, and each school context.
Participate in the ongoing development of practices that promote fair and equitable treatment for everyone; cultivating mutual respect, civility, and a sense of belonging.
Considers "significant physical advantage" and “physical risk” that is ascertained in good faith and in the spirit of safety and fair play.
On a case by case basis, and in direct regard for the principles within the SCIS Marginalised Care Program, SCIS will advocate for all students to participate in sport.
The Head of School is the determining authority in relation to the participation of students in the SCIS tournament program, and any specific arrangements that are required.
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