The Cantus Safety Standard

Prevention works best when every adult knows the same simple rules. When everyone follows the same pattern, unsafe behavior has fewer places to hide.

Keep interactions observable

Choose visible spaces, open doors, and public areas. Avoid isolated one-on-one situations.

Maintain appropriate boundaries

Warmth and encouragement are welcome; secrecy, favoritism, or confusing personal relationships are not.

Report any and all concerns

Adults do not investigate or decide whether abuse occurred. Adults notice, document facts, and report.