Our Commitment
At Camp Cooby, child safety is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to providing environments where children and young people feel safe, respected, and valued.
We have zero tolerance for child abuse or harm. We actively work to identify and manage risks to children and respond appropriately to any concerns.
Child Safe Standards
Camp Cooby is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards in accordance with the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024 (Qld) and the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
We implement all 10 Child Safe Standards:
- Child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our leadership, governance and culture
- Children and young people are informed about their rights and participate in decisions affecting them
- Families and communities are informed and involved in promoting child safety
- Equity is upheld and diverse needs are respected in policy and practice
- People working with children are suitable and supported to reflect child safety values
- Processes to respond to complaints and concerns are child-focused
- Staff and volunteers are equipped with knowledge, skills and awareness to keep children safe
- Physical and online environments promote safety and minimise opportunity for harm
- Implementation of the Child Safe Standards is regularly reviewed and improved
- Policies and procedures document how the organisation is safe for children
We practise the highest safety measures
How We Keep Children Safe
- All staff hold current Blue Cards verified before commencing child-related work
- All staff complete child protection training
- We maintain a comprehensive Child Protection Policy
- We conduct thorough risk assessments for all activities
- We maintain appropriate supervision ratios
- We have clear reporting procedures for any concerns
- We comply with the Reportable Conduct Scheme
Our Policies
We take the health and safety of our visitors and team very seriously, and we are committed to enforcing stringent health and safety measures at our venue.
Our primary guidance is sourced from Government agencies and Industry Bodies, namely QORF and ACA. The Camp Cooby Health Plan aligns with AHPPC advice and additional guidelines.
Our health and safety documents are regularly reviewed and updated, and we can provide them to you upon request.
Raising Concerns
If you have any concerns about the safety or wellbeing of a child at Camp Cooby, please contact us immediately with attention to Managing Director and Head of Entity:
Phone: (07) 4696 6244
Email: info@campcooby.com.au
You can also report concerns directly to:
- Queensland Police: 000 (emergency) or Policelink 131 444
- Child Safety Services: 1800 177 135
- Queensland Family and Child Commission: qfcc.qld.gov.au
Voice of the Child
We believe children and young people have a right to:
- Be safe and feel safe
- Be listened to and believed
- Have their views respected
- Know their rights
- Know who to talk to if they feel unsafe
We encourage children and young people to speak up if they have any concerns about their safety or the safety of others.