At SVRI, we are committed to ensuring the safety and dignity of everyone we work with or support. Guided by our zero-tolerance approach to harm, we actively safeguard children, vulnerable adults, and all those who interact with our organization.
Our Approach
Our Safeguarding Framework ensures that:
- Prevention: Policies and practices prevent harm, exploitation, and abuse.
- Response: Clear protocols address safeguarding concerns promptly and safely.
- Accountability: Ongoing reviews strengthen our safeguarding culture.
Key Policies and Procedures
The SVRI Safeguarding Framework is underpinned by comprehensive policies that guide our commitment to safeguarding:
- Child Protection Policy: This policy outlines our commitment to protecting children from harm, including clear guidelines to prevent, respond to, and address child abuse or exploitation.
- Code of Conduct: This policy provides a foundation for expected behavior by all representatives of SVRI, ensuring the dignity, respect, and safety of all individuals.
Reporting Concerns
We encourage anyone to report safeguarding concerns directly to SVRI. Reports are handled confidentially and with urgency to ensure the safety of all involved.
- Email: elizabeth@svri.org
- Online: SVRI Incident Reporting Sheet
Together, we build a world where safety and respect are central to our work.
