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Experience and Perspective With over 30 years of experience working alongside churches and charities across Canada, I’ve had the privilege of reviewing Abuse Prevention Plans and collaborating with boards, volunteers, ministers, and executive directors as they launched, implemented, and maintained their prevention programs. I’ve also witnessed the serious consequences when protocols are not followed: Policies written but never implemented Boards assuming compliance without ve

Why Audits of Abuse Prevention Plans Are Important Audits of abuse prevention plans are critical for organizations such as churches and charities because they ensure that policies designed to protect vulnerable individuals are not only in place but effectively implemented. These audits help identify gaps, mitigate risks, ensure legal and regulatory compliance, and demonstrate a commitment to safety and accountability. Failure to regularly review and audit these plans can resu