Risk Management and Safety offers recommendations and guidance for Virtual Youth Programs

With the increased use and need for virtual learning and virtual camps around the country, Auburn University Risk Management and Safety, or RMS, has created helpful guidance for hosting, participating and use of Virtual Youth Programs. The guidance can be easily accessed in pdf form here or at https://cws.auburn.edu/rms/pm/virtual-youth.

The Virtual Youth Program Guidance includes recommendations for selecting appropriate technology and safety protocols, setting standards for online contact, setting conduct expectations for youth participants and staff, engaging with parents and supporting youth privacy.

The guidance is intended to support Auburn units with developing and implementing virtual programs for youth participants under the age 19. These recommendations and resources are offered as best practices and should not be construed as official university policy.

For more information, go to auburn.edu/rms or contact aurmi@auburn.edu