13-09-2022, 05:34 PM
The act of “13th Stepping” is when a more experienced member of a 12-Step group – man or woman – pursues a romantic relationship with a new group member.
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS ENGLAND, WALES AND ULSTER
SAFEGUARDING POLICY OCTOBER 2020
OVERVIEW
The members of Gamblers Anonymous ("GA") support each other in Groups. As individuals, GA members should be aware of their duties of care to others and hence follow the law and best practice regarding safeguarding, when acting in GA’s name.
THE BASIC PRINCIPLE
Everyone should recognise that all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation or identity, have a right to equal protection from all types of harm and abuse.
WHOM THE GUIDANCE PROTECTS
This policy applies to the safeguarding of all GA members, as well as those with whom GA members come into contact when acting in GA’s name. This includes those under the age of 18 (minors) and vulnerable adults (who may be members of GA).
BEST PRACTICE
A copy of the latest version of this policy should be given to every new and existing GA member. It is vital that all Groups' Secretaries learn about and understand issues regarding safeguarding and protection in the context of GA, that a safe environment may be maintained for GA members, as well as those with whom GA members come into contact when acting in GA’s name.
NEW MEMBERS
Meetings with members who are new to GA should be conducted by two existing GA members and, wherever possible, by a man and a woman.
SPONSORS
A Sponsor should:
REPORTING SAFEGUARDING CONCERNS
If any GA member believes they are being abused or knows/suspects that another GA member is being abused they should consider taking the following actions, as appropriate:
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS ENGLAND, WALES AND ULSTER
SAFEGUARDING POLICY OCTOBER 2020
OVERVIEW
The members of Gamblers Anonymous ("GA") support each other in Groups. As individuals, GA members should be aware of their duties of care to others and hence follow the law and best practice regarding safeguarding, when acting in GA’s name.
THE BASIC PRINCIPLE
Everyone should recognise that all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender, racial heritage, religious belief, sexual orientation or identity, have a right to equal protection from all types of harm and abuse.
WHOM THE GUIDANCE PROTECTS
This policy applies to the safeguarding of all GA members, as well as those with whom GA members come into contact when acting in GA’s name. This includes those under the age of 18 (minors) and vulnerable adults (who may be members of GA).
BEST PRACTICE
A copy of the latest version of this policy should be given to every new and existing GA member. It is vital that all Groups' Secretaries learn about and understand issues regarding safeguarding and protection in the context of GA, that a safe environment may be maintained for GA members, as well as those with whom GA members come into contact when acting in GA’s name.
NEW MEMBERS
Meetings with members who are new to GA should be conducted by two existing GA members and, wherever possible, by a man and a woman.
SPONSORS
A Sponsor should:
- have at least one-year’s abstinence from gambling;
- have regard to this guidance and their duty of care towards other GA members.
REPORTING SAFEGUARDING CONCERNS
If any GA member believes they are being abused or knows/suspects that another GA member is being abused they should consider taking the following actions, as appropriate:
- Preserve any/all evidence;
- Report their concerns to:
- Their Group's Secretary and/or any other member;
- The Local Authority Adult Social Care team (about a vulnerable adult); and/or
- The Local Authority Children’s Services team (about a minor).
- Their Group's Secretary and/or any other member;
My name is Martin, I am a compulsive gambler, my last bet was 29.9.2017.