1. Protecting Our Children

2. About Boys & Girls Clubs 2 National Organization (BGCA) 1,100+ Local Organizations 4,000 Club Sites 4.1 Million Youth Served 250,000 Staff & Volunteers

3. Our Mission To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible persons.

4. Our Focus Primary focus for youth: Academic Success Healthy Lifestyles Character & Leadership None of this happens without a safe environment for kids.

5. History: Background Checks 2 2000 Introduced BC’s to Clubs via LexisNexis/Choicepoint 2003 Partnered w/NCMEC & FBI in U.S. PROTECT Act 2005 Mandated BC’s for Clubs Identify Verification National Criminal Search National Sex Offender Search Staff/Vols in contact with youth Re-screen every two years.

6. Screening Standards Up-to-Date Policies Job descriptions, All Positions Detailed Applications Face-to-Face Interviews Reference Checks (character) Criminal Background Checks Defined Evaluation Process Formal Introductory Period