Safeguarding Protection Policy
1. Introduction Better Youth UK is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all young people involved in our programs. We are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where every individual can thrive.
2. Purpose- This policy outlines our commitment to safeguarding young people from harm and sets out the procedures for protecting them.
3. Scope- This policy applies to all staff, volunteers, and affiliates working with Better Youth UK.
4. Definitions- Safeguarding**: Protecting children and young people from abuse or neglect and ensuring their welfare. - Child Protection: Measures and activities to prevent or stop children being abused or neglected. - young person for the purposes of this policy a young person is defined as any individual from the ages 13-26.
5. Policy Statement- Better Youth UK will: - Ensure that all staff and volunteers are aware of and adhere to safeguarding procedures. - Provide training and support for all individuals working with young people. - Ensure that any concerns about a young person’s welfare are reported and acted upon promptly. - Work in partnership with other agencies and authorities to ensure a coordinated response to safeguarding concerns.
6. Procedures - Reporting Concerns: All staff and volunteers must report any concerns or suspicions of abuse or neglect to the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) immediately. The DSL is responsible for handling safeguarding concerns and liaising with external agencies. [DJ]. - Recruitment and Training : All staff and volunteers will undergo background checks and safeguarding training before starting their roles.
7. Confidentiality- All safeguarding concerns and information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. Information will only be shared on a need-to-know basis.
8. Review- This policy will be reviewed annually or as needed to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with current legislation.
9. Contact Information- For any safeguarding concerns or questions, please contact: [DJ] Designated Safeguarding Lead [07586720724]
Privacy Policy
1. Introduction- Better Youth UK is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal information.
2. Purpose- This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
3. Scope- This policy applies to all personal data collected by Better Youth UK from staff, volunteers, participants, and other individuals.
4. Information We Collect- Personal Identification Information : Name, contact details, date of birth, etc. - **Sensitive Information**: Health information, safeguarding concerns, etc. (only collected when necessary and with consent).
5. How We Use Your Information** Better Youth UK uses your personal information for: - **Operational Purposes**: Managing programs, communicating with participants, and providing services. - **Legal Obligations**: Complying with safeguarding regulations and reporting requirements. - **Improving Services**: Collecting feedback and conducting evaluations. **
6. Data Protection** - **Data Security**: We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. - **Data Retention**: Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. **
7. Your Rights** You have the right to: - Access your personal data and request corrections if necessary. - Request deletion of your data where applicable. - Object to or restrict the processing of your data. **
8. Sharing Your Information** We do not share your personal information with third parties, except where necessary for operational purposes or where required by law. Any third parties with whom we share data are required to comply with data protection laws and confidentiality agreements. **
9. Changes to This Policy** We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we will notify you of significant updates. **
10. Contact Information** For any questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, please contact: [DJ] Data Protection Officer [07586720724] --- Feel free to adapt these templates to better fit your organization’s specific needs and legal requirements.