TLQ Statement on Children
We believe that children are priceless treasures and gifts from God, and as such, it is our conviction that the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of children should be amply and competently met. We consider the care of the youth God entrusts into our care to be a very important responsibility.
We believe that every child has the right:
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To be loved, cherished, and supported
To be loved, cherished, and supported•To be treated with respect and dignity
To be treated with respect and dignity•To receive responsible care and to be handled with kindness
To receive responsible care and to be handled with kindness•To be encouraged and nurtured emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually
To be encouraged and nurtured emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually•To have their physical needs adequately met, including nutrition, housing, and medical care
To have their physical needs adequately met, including nutrition, housing, and medical care•To receive a good education that provides competence and empowers them to be self-sufficient, We believe that every child has the right to receive an education that empowers them to realize their full potential
To receive a good education that provides competence and empowers them to be self-sufficient, We believe that every child has the right to receive an education that empowers them to realize their full potential•To be taught good values and morals to guide them in life
To be taught good values and morals to guide them in life•To learn about God’s personal love and care for them
To learn about God’s personal love and care for them•To be taught boundaries and self-discipline
To be taught boundaries and self-discipline•To be empowered to realize their full potential
To be empowered to realize their full potential•To be prepared for the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood
To be prepared for the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood•To develop their individuality
To develop their individuality•To be treated fairly and justly, without discrimination
To be treated fairly and justly, without discrimination•To be in a safe environment; to be protected from harm and danger
To be in a safe environment; to be protected from harm and dangerElyon Media promotes a high standard of care, protection, education, socialization, and recreation for all children that participate in our programs. Our profound respect for children—and the importance of their care and upbringing—is an integral part of our beliefs.
We consider that it is the God-given responsibility of every Christian parent to impart to their children a deep appreciation, respect, and love for God and His Word and the sacred principles contained in it. We also believe that the marriage union of man and woman is the ideal relationship for the parenting of children and the forming of stable families.
Child Protection
Elyon Media is committed to safeguarding children from harm and to promoting the importance of educating and preparing children to be able to protect themselves. We understand that children are vulnerable and need the protection of adults—both their parents and other adults, such as their teachers, caregivers, or adults responsible for their supervision during child-oriented activities. We believe that those entrusted with the care of children are responsible to protect them and keep them safe.
Our Child Protection Policy
Every child deserves a bright future—one of hope and opportunity. As Christians, we believe that human life is sacred, and that every child is a unique being, worthy of respect and dignity. Children are meant to be loved and cherished and to grow up in a healthy, happy environment. We believe that children are entitled to the best care possible, in an enabling environment where their needs— physical, educational, intellectual, moral, and emotional—are amply met. Children should receive a competent education that empowers them to become self-sufficient and prepares them for adulthood.
EVERY CHILD HAS THE RIGHT:
•To be loved, cherished, and supported
To be loved, cherished, and supported•To be treated with respect and dignity
To be treated with respect and dignity•To receive responsible care and to be handled with kindness
To receive responsible care and to be handled with kindness•To be encouraged and nurtured emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually
To be encouraged and nurtured emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually•To have their physical needs adequately met, including nutrition, housing, and medical care
To have their physical needs adequately met, including nutrition, housing, and medical care•To receive a good education that provides competence and empowers them to be self-sufficient, We believe that every child has the right to receive an education that empowers them to realize their full potential
To receive a good education that provides competence and empowers them to be self-sufficient, We believe that every child has the right to receive an education that empowers them to realize their full potential•To be taught good values and morals to guide them in life
To be taught good values and morals to guide them in life•To learn about God’s personal love and care for them
To learn about God’s personal love and care for them•To be taught boundaries and self-discipline
To be taught boundaries and self-discipline•To be empowered to realize their full potential
To be empowered to realize their full potential•To be prepared for the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood
To be prepared for the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood•To develop their individuality
To develop their individuality•To be treated fairly and justly, without discrimination
To be treated fairly and justly, without discrimination•To be in a safe environment; to be protected from harm and danger
To be in a safe environment; to be protected from harm and dangerSAFE FROM HARM
Every child has the right to be protected from abuse and neglect of any kind, whether physical, emotional, sexual, or educational. We consider that the abusive treatment of a child is not only a crime, but a sin in the eyes of God.
Elyon Media has a zero-tolerance policy regarding the abusive treatment of children, and will permanently expel any employee or volunteer who violates this policy. Members are subject to the laws of our country regarding reporting crimes of this nature to the appropriate authorities.
Elyon Media is committed to the well-being of children and considers it the moral responsibility of any adult caring for minors to protect them from harm. We believe that children should be educated to recognize and deal with potentially harmful situations, and instructed to communicate with their parents or other people responsible for their care.
Successfully preparing children for life includes instructing them on safety and empowering them to discern and protect themselves from situations of potential harm. Every child is precious in God’s eyes and deserves quality and responsible care, and to be loved, nurtured, protected, and enabled to develop his or her full potential.
Children are the world’s most valuable resource and its best hope for the future. —John F. Kennedy (1917–1963)
