Churches, schools and youth organizations must ensure that children and youth who worship, study, or participate in activities sponsored therein can do so in the safest and most secure setting possible.

Consequently, Article 12 of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People states,

"Diocese/eparchies will establish "safe environment" programs. They will cooperate with parents, civil authorities, educators, and community organizations to provide education and training for children, youth, parents, ministers, educators, and others about ways to make and maintain a safe environment for children. Dioceses/eparchies will make clear to clergy and members of the community the standards of conduct for clergy and other persons in positions of trust with regard to sexual abuse."

The Safe Environment Program coordinator has been given the task of overseeing the implementation of the Safe Environment Program for the Diocese of Crookston.