Important Rules to Keep You Safe
These rules are not to control you.
They are here because we love you and want you to be safe.
You can always ask questions.
And you can always talk to us.
1. About sleeping over at a friend’s house
For now, you should sleep at home.
Home is where we can take care of you best.
When you sleep somewhere else, we cannot see everything that happens.
Being at home helps keep you safe.
Do not take gifts, money, or treats from men without telling us.
Some gifts are not just gifts.
We want to make sure no one makes you feel uncomfortable or confused.
You will never get into trouble for telling us.
3. About photos, videos, and voice messages
Do not send pictures of yourself, videos, or special voice messages to anyone.
Once something is sent, it cannot come back.
We help you protect your privacy because it is important.
4. About riding in cars or on motorcycles
Do not get into a car or ride a motorcycle with anyone unless we say it is okay.
We need to know where you are and who you are with, so we can help you if you need us.
If someone says,
“Don’t tell your parents,”
you should always tell your parents.
Good adults do not ask children to keep secrets from their family.
You are safe when you tell us.
6. About sharing personal information
Do not tell people your home address, your school, or where you are going.
Not everyone is safe, even if they sound nice.
Keeping this information private helps protect you.
You do not need to have a boyfriend or girlfriend now.
You are still growing and learning.
There will be time for that later.
You never have to do something that makes you uncomfortable.
You can say no.
You can walk away.
You can ask for help.
Your home should always feel safe.
Your parents should always feel safe to talk to.
You will not get into trouble for telling the truth.
After Allah, your family is here to protect you and listen to you.
We don’t make these rules to close the world for you.
We make them so you don’t have to face the world alone.