MBHTE-BARMM (Ministry of Basic Higher and Technical Education, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao) Policy and Guidelines on Protecting Children in Schools, Madaris and Other Learning Centers from all Forms of Child Abuse, Violence, Exploitation, Discrimination, and Bullying

As note in Section 3 of this document, the purpose of this policy is to provide guidance regarding:

1. Understanding child protection issues and concerns and the importance of child protection;
2. Knowing ones’ responsibilities and ensuring compliance under legal and policy obligations within and outside their work environments at all times;
3. Upholding the dignity and respect of children;
4. Ensuring that a safe environment for children is created through preventive measures;
5. Providing guidance on existing child protection issues and concerns; and
6. Establishing a system and good practices in handling and responding to any forms of child abuse incidents.