Ariz. Admin. Code § 21-7-223

Current through Register Vol. 31, No. 2, January 10, 2025

Section R21-7-223 - Religion; Culture; Ethnic Heritage

A. The licensee shall include in their program description:

1. Its religious orientation, if any;

2. Any religious practices observed at a facility; and

3. How the licensee provides opportunities for each child in care to participate in religious activities in accordance with the faith of the child or the faith of the child's parent or guardian.

B. The licensee's program and the service plans for a child in care shall reflect consideration of and sensitivity to the racial, cultural, ethnic, and religious background of a child in care.

C. The licensee shall not compel a child in care to participate in religious, cultural, and ethnic activities if it is contrary to the child's religious, cultural, and ethnic practices or the wishes of the parent, guardian, or legal custodian.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R21-7-223

New Section made by final rulemaking at 29 A.A.R. 2231, effective 11/6/2023.