Child abuse awareness & prevention programs

In adherence to Article 12 of the Charter, the Diocese of Tulsa and VIRTUS provide a web-based online training program in English and Spanish that specializes in helping churches and religious organizations create safe environments for children and youth. VIRTUS training is mandatory for all Employees and for Covered Volunteers who have access to children. No Employee or Covered Volunteer may partake in any Church ministry or function without first completing the mandatory Child & Youth Protection Requirements and receiving confirmation and clearance to serve by their  Local Administrator. The Child & Youth Protection Requirements for the Diocese of Tulsa are presented in the Policies & Procedures for the Protection of Children & Young People under II. Procedures for Protecting Minors from Sexual Abuse.