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See where your organization stands — and what’s next.

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Plan to Protect® is the trusted STANDARD that insurers and legal experts recognize.

Seven safeguards—policies, definitions, screening, training, safer premises, operational procedures, and reporting & response—equip you to protect the vulnerable with confidence.

The Plan to Protect® Standard is a proven, five-step framework for safeguarding, shaped by more than two decades of real-world experience and trusted by thousands of organizations.

Plan to Protect® is the trusted standard that insurers and legal experts recognize. Seven safeguards—policies, definitions, screening, training, safer premises, operational procedures, and reporting & response—equip you to protect the vulnerable with confidence. The Plan to Protect® Standard is a proven, five-step framework for safeguarding, shaped by more than two decades of real-world experience and trusted by thousands of organizations.

A Clear Path to Effective Safeguarding

Effective safeguarding follows a clear, proven process. The Plan to Protect® 5-Steps guide organizations from assessment to sustained accountability.

  • Assess

Identify strengths, gaps, and risks to establish a clear starting point.

  • Train & Certify

Role-based training with certification and guided safeguarding policy writing.

  • Implement

Apply your customized policies through screening, onboarding, and daily practice.

  • Maintain

Regularly review, reinforce, and adapt safeguards to keep them effective over time.

  • Validate

Demonstrate safeguarding maturity through alignment, accountability, membership, and Seal of Excellence recognition.

  • 30+ Years of Proven Experience
  • Trusted by 10,000+ Organizations
  • Experts in Training, Certification, Policy, and Prevention

The Seven Safeguards Insurers Require

Get insurer-ready protection with the policies, training, and tools from Plan to Protect®.

Definitions

Shared abuse definitions so teams spot, prevent, and address concerns

Policies

Customized safeguarding policies that meet insurer and legal expectations and stand up to scrutiny.

Training

Role-appropriate training and certification so everyone understands safeguarding responsibilities.

Screening

Comprehensive screening including application, interviews, reference checks and police checks aligned with insurer standards.

Procedures

Documented procedures and records that prove due diligence.

Premises

Visibility and supervision improvements that make every space safer.

Plan to Protect® wants to help you create safer programming and a safer world.

Reporting & Response

Ready-to-use reporting protocols for decisive action when issues arise.

Get insurer-ready protection with the policies, training, and tools from Plan to Protect®.

The Seven Safeguards Insurers Require

Definitions

Shared abuse definitions so teams spot, prevent, and address concerns.

Policies

Customized safeguarding policies that meet insurer and legal expectations and stand up to scrutiny.

Screening

Comprehensive screening including application, interviews, reference checks and police checks aligned with insurer standards.

Training

Role-appropriate training and certification so everyone understands safeguarding responsibilities.

Premises

Visibility and supervision improvements that make every space safer.

Procedures

Documented procedures and records that prove due diligence.

Reporting & Response

Ready-to-use reporting protocols for decisive action when issues arise.

Plan to Protect® wants to help you create safer programming and a safer world.

Explore Our Core Services

Training

Certified, organization-specific training online or on-site

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Policies & Consulting

Expert-led safeguarding design, implementation and audit

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Membership

Stay current with guidance, resources, and expert support

Explore Membership

Screening

Professional screening services for volunteers and staff

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101 Webinar

More than 10,000 organizations are already on the journey toward the Plan to Protect® Standard for protection and abuse prevention. This complimentary webinar provides a practical introduction to the standard—what it is, how it works, and how organizations begin putting it into practice.

In this session, you’ll explore:

  • An introduction to Plan to Protect
  • Insurance requirements and what they mean for your organization
  • A practical approach to implementation
  • Membership levels, available resources, services, and training

Join us live to ask questions or register anytime to receive instant access to the replay.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Plan to Protect® is a Canadian-based organization that helps churches, charities, schools, and other groups prevent abuse and protect vulnerable people globally—especially children, youth, and vulnerable adults. Plan to Protect® supports organizations that serve children, youth, and vulnerable adults provide a strong framework to create safe environments and reduce the risk of abuse.
Not always. Some training and resources can be purchased separately, and some organizations choose to take a more self-directed approach using Basic Membership. For organizations looking for closer support, our Implementation and Going the Distance memberships provide guided help in implementing the Plan to Protect® standard. Once that work is in place, Basic Membership helps organizations maintain and strengthen their policies over time with ongoing updates, templates, and member-only resources.

Yes. We offer guided support and proven frameworks to help organizations develop policies that reflect current safeguarding expectations and fit their unique context. This support is available through our Implementation and Going the Distance memberships, or as a standalone consulting engagement.

Implementation looks a little different for every organization. Factors like your size, complexity, and the populations you serve all play a role. The best place to start is with a conversation with a Plan to Protect® team member who can take the time to understand your needs and provide an estimate based on your organization.
Plan to Protect® is different because it brings together policy, training, and ongoing support in one structured approach to safeguarding. That approach is informed by deep experience in protection, investigations, and expert witness work, including leadership that helped shape the original Plan to Protect® standard.  Our goal is also to safeguard your organization for all forms of injury, harm and abuse.

Our User guide provides step-by-step instructions for navigating the website, managing your account, accessing training, and using key features.

  • 25+ Years of Proven Experience
  • Trusted by 10,000+ Organizations
  • Certified Training & Policy Experts

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Assessment

In just a few minutes, you’ll receive a clearer picture of your current safeguards and a practical roadmap for moving forward.

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Start With a Free
Assessment

In just a few minutes, you’ll receive a clearer picture of your current safeguards and a practical roadmap for moving forward.

Take the Free Assessment