Our Commitment to Safety

Comprehensive Child Protection Policy

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South takes the prevention of child abuse very seriously. We recognize that child abuse and inappropriate contact of children is a pervasive problem throughout the United States which must be managed in a proactive manner if we are to protect those in our care.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is committed to taking proactive steps to protect children in our programs and facilities. Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South's comprehensive Child Protection Policy outlines policies within the four elements of screening and hiring, training, supervision, and feedback systems. All relevant policies are reviewed every three yearsand utilize language that is specific and clear for all staff members.

Member Code of Conduct

In order to ensure a safe, fun, and impactful Club experience for all members, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South strictly enforces 

a Member Code of Conduct. The membership rules as stated are designed to ensure that members are accounted for at all times, that all members and staff feel safe and respected while they are at the Club, that age-appropriate behavioral development is consistently reinforced, and that all staff and members are acting as positive representatives of the Club community at all times.

Health & Safety 

The safety of our Club members is our highest priority. 

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South staff members are trained in CPR and First Aid. Regular safety drills (fire, medical emergency, shelter in place, etc. ) are conducted at all Clubs to ensure we are prepared to act effectively in the event of a true emergency.

When members arrive at our Clubhouses their attendance is logged and they are only allowed to enter and exit through their Clubhouse's front door. Once at the Club, pre-teen members may not leave until they are picked up by a parent or guardian unless they have prior written permission. Teen members may dismiss themselves, and may leave and return to the Club once per day.