A Centre applying for this
designation is seeking:
To publicly affirm its commitment to supporting safe
school initiatives;
To contribute to knowledge development at the
international level through the International Safe School, Safe
Community Network and the WHO; and
Acknowledgement for its given area of expertise
Any Centre
or organization seeking an Affiliate International Safe School
Support Centre status must have a documented record of commitment and
expertise in the field (minimum 3 years). It should also be noted
that applicants submitting a proposal are expected to describe and
define the “communities” they serve in the context of own
environment. No universal definition is implied by the use of the
word “community” within the criteria. Applicants must meet the
following indicators.
1)
The provision of Centre programs and services utilize
multidisciplinary and cross sectoral approaches.
Rationale:
Supports mobilization efforts necessary for action at
the school community level by modeling collaborative approaches
Strengthens and creates opportunities needed to build on
the science and practice of injury prevention and school safety
Supports a comprehensive or systems approach to address
injury problems
2)
The Centre provides a framework for promoting collective action which
includes involvement with school and community networks.
Rationale:
Supports local schools, communities and organizations to
implement action at the local level
Supports targeted activities that address priority
injury and safety problems
Nurtures focused attention on issues through focused
school and community networks
3)
The Centre provides consultative support to schools in the
establishment of Safe School initiatives.
Rationale:
Promotes the understanding and adoption of the Safe
Schools Model, adapted from the Safe Communities Model as a
recognized colleague of the Collaborating Centre on Community Safety
Promotion, an initiative of the World Health Organization
4)
The Centre facilitates and supports school community-based strategic
planning processes.
Rationale:
Promotes the use and sharing of high quality information
and data to guide community based action
Supports the development and use of evaluation
strategies
Promotes the documentation of community-based efforts
5)
The Centre demonstrates leadership and stewardship in addressing
priority injury issues, high risk, and vulnerable groups.
Rationale:
Advocates for action based on the Centre’s knowledge of;
the injury problem, at risk population, latest research findings and
intervention strategies
Works with high risk and vulnerable groups to create
opportunities for action
6) The Centre provides expert services and knowledge in the area of
injury data and injury surveillance issues.
Rationale:
Provides community-based initiatives support to access
baseline data required to plan program initiatives
Provides expert guidance in the documentation and
monitoring of injuries and causes of injury
7)
The Centre demonstrates a long term commitment to supporting Safe
Schools and the International Safe School Network within their
organizations strategic plan.
Rationale:
Ensures a sustainable resource to Safe Communities in
their efforts
Ensures a strong learning partnership within the Safe
Community Network
8)
The Centre supports those responsible at the school level to utilize
appropriate indicators to evaluate school processes, effects of
change and injury rates.
Rationale:
Supports the development of evaluation mechanisms at the
school community level to facilitate program management and delivery
Nurture community leadership and interagency
collaboration through self evaluation
Promotes the capability of communities to act on their
interests while promoting the use of a scientific approach
9)
The Centre disseminates their experiences both at national and
international levels.
Rationale:
Contributes to a body of knowledge of the Safe School
Model within national and international Safe School and Community
networks and others working within the field of community safety
10)
The Centre reports on their safe school activities and research
efforts.
Rationale:
Supports accessible and systematic dissemination of
knowledge and experience.
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