The University of Chicago is committed to safeguarding the well-being of children who participate University-sponsored programs and activities. If you have questions about the Policy on the Safety of Children in University Programs, your obligations, or what you should do in a situation that makes you uncomfortable or uncertain about what you need to do, contact Kenyatta Tatum Futterman, Youth Programs Coordinator, 773.702.8837, kenyatta@uchicago.edu. The following resources are also available for your review:
University of Chicago Resources
- University of Chicago Whistleblower Hotline 1.800.971.4317 Making a report to the University’s hotline does not relieve a mandated reporter of the legal duty to report suspected child abuse or neglect to DCFS
- University of Chicago Police Department 1.773.702.8181
- University of Chicago, Office of the Provost, Research Policies
- University of Chicago Office of Research Safety
- University of Chicago Sexual Assault Dean on Call 773.834.HELP
- University of Chicago Dean on Call 773.834.HELP
- Waiver for photography of a minor, please contact Kenyatta Tatum Futterman, kenyatta@uchicago.edu
- Waiver for program activities, please contact Kenyatta Tatum Futterman, kenyatta@uchicago.edu
State of Illinois Resources
- Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) Training for Mandated Reporters
- DCFS Tips for Recognizing Child Abuse
- DCFS Signs and Symptoms of Child Abuse and Neglect
- Prevent Child Sex Abuse Illinois
- DCFS Hotline: 800.252.2873 (1.800.25.ABUSE)
- Chicago Police Department – 911
Child Abuse Awareness Education
- End Child Sex Abuse, Darkness to Light
- Preventing Child Sex Abuse
- The Higher Education Protection Network
THANK YOU FOR HELPING TO KEEP CHILDREN SAFE.
