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Tyrone GAA
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Children’s Officer In The GAA
The Club and County Children’s Officer
The appointment of a Children’s Officer at both Club and County level is an essential element in the creation of a quality atmosphere and in establishing a child and youth centred ethos at both Club and County levelNot only is the appointment deemed essential it is also a mandatory requirement. The Officers fulfil a key role at Club and County level and are members of the relevant Club Executive and County Committees.
Congress 2011Official Guide 3.11Club Constitution 7.2County Conventions 2011
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The County Children’s Officer
Key Role
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…….to oversee the implementation and promote an awareness of ;
Our Games – Our Code When working with underage players(GAA Code of Best Practice in Youth Sport)
and the joint Code of Behaviour
with the co-operation of Clubs in the County and with Club Children’s Officer.
The Club Children’s Officer
The Club Children’s Officer shall assist in promoting a child and youth centred ethos in the Club. In their work the CCO shall be the link between the children/young people and the adults within the Club.
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The Club Children’s Officer
• Key RoleTo ensure the implementation and promotion of
the relevant Child Welfare and Protection Codes and Guidelines for good practice in their clubs so as to ensure that young people can participate, enjoy and benefit from our Gaelic Games in safe and enjoyable surroundings.
Our Games – Our Code is the agreed good practice reference and policy document that is central to guiding the Children’s Officer in their role.
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Club Children’s Officer• Responsibilities Promote awareness of Our Games – Our Code and the joint Code of Behaviour Identify the need for Child Protection in Sport Awareness Workshops Promote an Anti Bullying ethos in the club Ensure receipt of youth membership form including parental consent as required Support the implementation of the RESPECT initiative. Influence policy and practice in order to prioritise the needs of underage players Promote consultation and participation of young people in Club activities and
planning Ensure the young people are heard in matters of importance to them Encourage parental / guardian participation Take the lead in developing good practice in recruitment and selection Oversee implementation of Access NI checks within the Club Monitor significant trends /developments re participation of young people and
report accordingly
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Our Games – Our Codewhen working with underage players
What Next…….•Draft Development Plansetting out key targets to be achieved by the County & Club Children’s Officers / County Executive and Club.•Club AuditChecklist to assist clubs in identifying good practice and areas for development in their clubs looking at all aspects of child welfare and protection.•GAA Tackling Bullying(Pilot delivery April / May formally adopted at national level October 2012)
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Always Remember
In our work with children and young people the GAA will always be guided by the core principle that:
‘The welfare of the child shall be the paramount consideration’
Children Order (NI) 1995
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Links……
• ..\..\Documents\GAA\Club_and_County_Childrens_Officer.pdf
• ..\..\Documents\GAA\Code_of_behaviour_3rd_edition.pdf
• ..\..\Documents\GAA\GAA_Code_of_Best_Practice_in_Youth_Sport_100110204341.pdf
• ..\..\Documents\GAA\GAA_Guidelines_for_Dealing_with_Allegations_of_Abuse_100111102607.pdf
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Íoslódáil Cód IompairGAA Code of Behaviour PosterGAA Tackling Bullying PosterPostaer ar Bhulaíocht Gaeilge
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Ulster GAA Club Officer Development CourseSaturday 18th February
Loreto Convent School Omagh9.30am to 1pm
Registration requiredIncludes workshop on the role of Designated
Officers in Child Protection
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