Safety and Safeguarding Summary

Bonded By Heart is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and empowering environment for all members especially teens.

We Prioritize:

• Age-appropriate boundaries

• Transparent mentorship relationships

• Supervised activities

• Clear reporting pathways

Speaking Up

Members are encouraged to share concerns if something feels unsafe, uncomfortable, or inappropriate. Safety concerns are taken seriously and handled promptly.

Boundaries & Transparency

• Mentors do not engage in secret or unsupervised interactions with teens

• Communication follows program guidelines

• Confidentiality has limits when safety is involved

Our Responsibility

We follow all applicable laws and best practices to protect minors and vulnerable individuals.