We are committed to protecting the dignity and rights of every person. Safeguarding is our top priority in everything we do and we believe that it is always unacceptable for children, young people and adults to experience abuse of any kind.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of everyone we work with, including beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and the staff of partner organisations.
We seek to understand and model best practice in global standards for safeguarding and whistleblowing. Our policies – safeguarding policy, anti-bullying and anti-harassment policy, whistleblowing policy, and code of conduct - are reviewed regularly by our Board of Trustees and were last re-approved by our Board of Trustees in May 2021.
We have a zero-tolerance approach to serious misconduct.
We will not tolerate any form of violence, abuse, harassment or exploitation from our staff or any representatives associated with our work or partners.
Our staff and representatives must ensure that their behaviour allows children, young people and adults to live free from harm, abuse, harassment, bullying or exploitation.
They are required to understand the importance of safeguarding by:
All staff, volunteers, partners and TLM representatives are expected to read, sign, and abide by our Safeguarding Policy, Procedures and Code of Conduct.
To request a copy please email safeguarding@tlm-ni.org or write to National Director, Private and Confidential, The Leprosy Mission Northern Ireland, 2a Queens Road, Lisburn, Northern Ireland BT27 4TZ
Any safeguarding allegation or concern must be treated seriously and reported as soon as possible. A concern can arise when abusive behaviour is observed or suspected, when an allegation is made or disclosed, or where there are signs and symptoms of suspected abuse.
Whether you are a member of staff, a beneficiary, or a member of the public, you can report any concerns about the behaviour of Leprosy Mission Northern Ireland staff or representatives by:
