The BSE Child Safety POLICY

Our Program’s Key Outcomes

At The Big Sister Experience, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all young people. Our programs aim to:

- Foster self-worth, confidence, and a strong sense of identity
- Equip students with emotional intelligence and help seeking skills to empower them to take charge of their own support & emotions
- Encourage open and honest conversations about mental health and wellbeing
- Provide trusted, big-sister-style mentorship to support personal growth
- Empower educators with tools and resources to continue these conversations in their schools

Our Commitment to Child Safety

The Big Sister Experience prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people we work with. We are dedicated to ensuring that our programs, workshops, and interactions uphold the highest standards of child safety and protection.

Our Approach to Keeping Children Safe

- A Child-Centred Approach – We place the best interests of children at the heart of everything we do. Their voices, experiences, and wellbeing guide our practices.

= A Culture of Respect & Inclusion – We embrace diversity and ensure that all young people, regardless of their background, abilities, identities or genders, feel valued and supported.

- Clear Policies & Procedures – We adhere to strict child safety guidelines, ensuring that all staff and facilitators comply with relevant legal and ethical obligations.

- Screening & Training – Every team member at The Big Sister Experience undergoes thorough background checks, including Working with Children Checks, and receives ongoing child safety training.

- Safe & Supportive Interactions – Our facilitators engage with young people in a way that is safe, empowering, and respectful, promoting positive role modelling at all times.

- Responding to Concerns – We take all allegations or suspicions of harm seriously and follow clear procedures to report and respond to any concerns in line with child protection laws.

- Collaborating with Schools & Communities – We work closely with educators and school communities to create safe spaces and ensure child safety remains a shared responsibility.

Reporting & Support

If you have any concerns regarding child safety within our programs, please contact us at hello@bigsisterexp.com. We are committed to ensuring all concerns are addressed promptly, sensitively, and in accordance with child protection guidelines.

At The Big Sister Experience, child safety isn’t just a policy—it’s a commitment we uphold every day. Together, we create spaces where young people feel safe, supported, and empowered.