Our Initiatives
Safeguarding the places we are meant to trust
Each initiative applies the same evidence-based approach — prevention, accountability, and survivor support — to a specific setting. Together they form a growing network of accountability work.
Safe Schools Project
Monitoring school-related misconduct, abuse-prevention resources, educator accountability, and student safety.
Safe Churches Project
Abuse prevention, institutional accountability, survivor support, and safeguarding practices in faith communities.
Safe Healthcare Project
Patient safety, reporting resources, and healthcare accountability initiatives.
Safe Tribes Project
Safeguarding and accountability for tribal communities, supporting culturally informed child-protection practices.
Safe Professors Project
Accountability and transparency in higher education, addressing misconduct by faculty and academic professionals.
Safe Youth Sports Project
Protecting young athletes and promoting safe environments in youth sports organizations.
Safe Camps Project
Child safety and safeguarding in camps and youth programs.
Safe Foster Care Project
Accountability and oversight in foster care systems, protecting children in state-supervised placements.
Safe Daycares Project
Safeguarding standards, staff screening, and accountability for childcare and daycare facilities.
Safe Schools Project
Schools are where children spend much of their lives. The Safe Schools Project helps districts and educators build cultures where misconduct is prevented, recognized, and reported.
What this project covers
- Abuse-prevention curricula and staff training
- Educator background screening and accountability standards
- Clear, child-accessible reporting channels
- Policy templates for boards and administrators
Safe Churches Project
Faith communities hold deep trust. The Safe Churches Project provides safeguarding practices, survivor support, and accountability frameworks that protect children and restore confidence.
What this project covers
- Safeguarding policies and codes of conduct
- Survivor-centered response and support
- Volunteer and clergy screening guidance
- Independent review and accountability practices
Safe Healthcare Project
Patients place their wellbeing in the hands of healthcare providers. The Safe Healthcare Project advances patient safety, reporting systems, and accountability initiatives.
What this project covers
- Patient safety and chaperone standards
- Confidential reporting systems
- Provider accountability frameworks
- Resources for patients and families
Safe Tribes Project
Tribal communities deserve safeguarding that respects sovereignty and culture. The Safe Tribes Project supports culturally informed child-protection practices and accountability.
What this project covers
- Culturally informed safeguarding frameworks
- Community-based accountability practices
- Child-protection training and resources
- Collaboration with tribal leadership and agencies
Safe Professors Project
Students in higher education deserve safe learning environments. The Safe Professors Project addresses faculty misconduct, accountability, and transparent reporting.
What this project covers
- Faculty misconduct reporting channels
- Title IX and institutional accountability
- Student safety and support resources
- Transparency in disciplinary processes
Safe Youth Sports Project
Young athletes deserve to compete safely. The Safe Youth Sports Project promotes protective environments across leagues, clubs, and youth sports organizations.
What this project covers
- Coach and volunteer screening
- Two-adult and observable-environment standards
- Athlete reporting and support pathways
- League policy and training resources
Safe Camps Project
Camps and youth programs offer formative experiences. The Safe Camps Project focuses on child safety and safeguarding wherever children are in overnight or day programs.
What this project covers
- Staff screening and training
- Supervision and facility safety standards
- Camper reporting and support
- Accreditation-aligned safeguarding policies
Safe Foster Care Project
Children in foster care are among the most vulnerable. The Safe Foster Care Project promotes oversight, accountability, and safety in state-supervised placements.
What this project covers
- Foster home screening and monitoring
- Child welfare system accountability
- Placement safety standards and oversight
- Resources for foster families and advocates
Safe Daycares Project
Parents trust daycares with their youngest children. The Safe Daycares Project focuses on safeguarding standards, staff screening, and accountability in childcare facilities.
What this project covers
- Staff background screening and training
- Facility safety and supervision standards
- Parent reporting and transparency tools
- Licensing and accreditation accountability
Built for what comes next
Our framework is designed to expand. As new settings require accountability and safeguarding, the Institute can launch additional initiatives on the same trusted foundation.
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