Child Welfare

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The Club Children’s Officer shall assist in promoting a child and youth centric ethos in the Club.

The Club Children’s Officer shall be the link between the children/young people and the adults within the club.

The key role of the Club Children’s Officer is to ensure the implementation and promotion of the relevant Child Welfare and Protection Codes and Guidelines for good practice in the Club, so as to ensure that young people can participate, enjoy and benefit from our Gaelic Games in safe and enjoyable surroundings.

GAA Code of Behaviour Section 07 is the agreed good practice reference and policy document that is central to guiding the Children’s Officer in their role and can be viewed at the following LINK – CLICK HERE

The Club Children Officer shall ensure the implementation of Garda Vetting checks, as appropriate, within the Club.

Club Children’s Officer is Chrissie Miller 

Mobile: 086-3946452

Email:  childrensofficer.birr.offaly@gaa.ie