Trust & transparency
Participation should feel informed.
Consent is a continuing process, not a box checked once. Guardians and young people should understand what they are entering.
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Last reviewed: 27 September 2026
Guardian consent
A parent or legal guardian provides the formal permissions required for a minor to participate.
Young person’s assent
A young person should understand the experience in age-appropriate language and have room to ask questions, express discomfort, or choose not to engage in an activity.
Privacy and limits
Programme-specific privacy boundaries and any limits to confidentiality are explained before participation, including circumstances involving safety concerns.
Withdrawal
Participation is voluntary. The practical process for pausing or leaving a programme is communicated before enrolment.