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SAFE SANCTUARIES

The safety of our youth and children comes first. Next Generation Ministries complies with Safe Sanctuaries and requires all churches who participate in their programs to be in compliance.

Background Checks

  • Click here to begin applying for a background check through Trak 1 Technologies. Follow the instructions to obtain the Child Protection background check or the Child Protection Plus (Motor Vehicle Check) background check (for those who will transport children, youth and/or vulnerable adults).
  • Remember your username and password. This information will allow you access to your Trak-1 account at all times.
  • Payment is based on a self pay model by credit card through the Trak 1 website.
  • Child Protection Background Check: $11.52 + $2.99 Transaction fee to Trak-1 Technologies.
  • Child Protection Plus: $18.00 + Any applicable state access fee + $2.99 transaction fee to Trak-1 Technologies.

Safe Sanctuary Training

  • The Greater NJ Conference, in partnership with Trak-1 Technologies and Rev. Joy Melton- creator of Safe Sanctuaries, offers online Safe Sanctuaries trainings.
  • This training is designed for all workers (paid and volunteer) of children, youth and/or vulnerable adults to learn the importance of preventing abuse in the church.
  • This training costs only $10.47 + $2.99 transaction fee to Track-1 Technologies and returns a certificate of training to each participant. This training meets the recommended training requirement of all GNJAC Safe Sanctuary Polices.
  • To begin your training go to: www.smart-trak.com
  • Follow the instructions on the page to create an account. Once logged in, choose the training course option.

Church Safe Sanctuaries Policy

  • Develop a Safe Sanctuaries Task force or team in the local church.
  • Review Sample Safe Sanctuaries Policy
  • Create a policy that fits the needs and the ministries at the local church level. This policy should include what is in the sample policy.
  • Have policy approved by Local church Trustees and/or Administrative Council.
  • Submit policy to Greater NJ Conference Safe Sanctuaries Coordinator to obtain a policy certificate of compliance.
  • Submit certificate to annual church/charge conference.

Downloadable Safe Sanctuary Resources

 

For more information, go to: www.gnjumc.org/safesanctuaries