Organizations responsible for the care of youth and children have a legal obligation to protect them from physical, emotional, spiritual, and sexual abuse. Churches, guided by biblical principles, have an even greater responsibility: "Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; maintain the rights of the afflicted and the destitute. Rescue the weak and the needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked." (Psalm 82:3-4)
Unfortunately, abusers are drawn to organizations that serve children, such as schools, churches, scout troops, and other programs. While incidents of abuse are not common, a legal claim of "negligent entrustment" against your church could have severe financial consequences. Therefore, we recommend implementing a two-phased abuse protection system.
Abuse Prevention
Most religious organizations conduct background checks on paid staff and volunteers but background checks, alone, are not enough. Our partners at MinistrySafe.com can assist you in developing or enhancing your youth protection policies, training your teams, and conducting background checks.
Get help building your abuse prevention system from MinistrySafe
Liability Insurance
If you require Sexual Abuse & Misconduct Liability insurance, we can help. Provide us with some information about your organization, and we will find the best insurance options available for you.
Call us to talk about Sexual Abuse Liability options (386) 752-8660
Sexual Abuse & Misconduct Liability is available as stand-alone liability insurance when combined with Property & General Liability insurance through our agency.