Photography and Publicity of Children and Youth in Care – Under no circumstances

Photography and Publicity of Children and Youth in Care – Under no circumstances may photos, video recordings, livestream videos, or audio recordings of children in care be shared via social media, email, cellular phone, internet websites, or any other form of communication without the express prior written consent of MDCPS. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in revocation of licensure. 1. The Partner Provider must not engage in practices which exploit the rights of children. 2. The Partner Provider must ensure that all records involving children-in-care are kept confidential and may be disclosed only in accordance with the law. An Order of Limited Disclosure must be issued by the youth court with jurisdiction over the child before information is released. 3. Prior express written approval must be obtained from MDCPS for all photographs of the children. 4. All activities involving the use of children for publicity and fundraising must be voluntary and have: a. A Court Order of Limited Disclosure from the judge having jurisdiction; b. The prior documented written approval of MDCPS; c. The prior documented written consent of the parents or legal guardian if the guardian is not MDCPS; and d. The prior documented written consent of the child. 5. Public appearances and photographing of the children is permitted only when: a. There is positive and constructive benefits for the children; b. The activities respect their dignity and confidentiality; and c. The Partner Provider has obtained prior written permission from MDCPS.