HOW TO REPORT YOUTH PROTECTION CONCERN
It’s important to understand your responsibility to report any youth protection concerns to Rotary International.
Our incident and allegation reporting policy
Rotary International takes all reports of misconduct seriously, and it is the responsibility of all Rotary members and non-member volunteers to ensure that any serious incidents that involve youth and program participants — including all allegations of abuse or harassment — are promptly reported to local authorities and to Rotary International. Doing so not only is required but also is a way to prevent further abuse or harm.
How do I report a youth protection concern?
- Ensure that the young person is in a safe environment.
- In case of emergency, contact local law enforcement immediately.
- Report your concern to Rotary International, using the button below, within 72 hours.
Click Here to REPORT A YOUTH PROTECTION CONCERN
Reporting abuse or a youth protection concern can be difficult. If you need advice or assistance, write to us at youthprotection@rotary.org or call +1 866-976-8279 08:00-16:00 Chicago time (UTC-5 or UTC-6) to talk with Rotary’s Youth Protection staff. Our staff members are experienced and trained in receiving reports of abuse or misconduct that involves youth, and each situation will be handled with care and confidentiality.
Click here to submit an online form.
Send an Email
Email your questions, concerns, or reports to youthprotection@rotary.org, which will be carefully and confidentially handled by our experienced Youth Protection staff.
By Phone:
Reporting abuse or a youth protection concern can be difficult. Call +1 866-976-8279 between 08:00-16:00 Chicago time (UTC-5 or UTC-6) and ask to speak to Rotary’s Youth Protection staff. Our staff members are experienced and trained in receiving reports of abuse or misconduct that involves youth, and each situation will be handled with care and confidentiality. If you call outside of normal business hours, you can leave voicemail for one of our Youth Protection staff or submit a report online.
Reporting requirements according to the Rotary Code of Policies
All allegations of abuse or harassment shall be reported to RI within 72 hours of learning of the incident. Failure to report incidents to RI within 72 hours may result in suspension of the district’s Rotary Youth Exchange certification. Where there is sufficient evidence that an individual, club, or district knowingly failed to report as required, the general secretary may determine whether and/or the extent to which involved parties may continue to be eligible to participate in Rotary’s youth programs, or whether additional sanctions may be necessary, including but not limited to requiring the club to terminate an individual’s membership.