Комітет з питань охорони
The Safeguarding Committee ensures that safeguarding concerns at Iguality are managed promptly, fairly, and in line with our safeguarding policy. It is composed of two defined roles: the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and the Safeguarding Support Lead (SSL).
Призначений провідний спеціаліст зі збереження (DSL)
Role description:
The DSL is the organisational focal point for safeguarding. They lead on awareness, prevention, reporting, and response, ensuring Iguality maintains a strong safeguarding culture. The DSL can be more than one person sharing the role with another.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the main point of contact for all safeguarding concerns
- Manage and report incidents and allegations
- Provide support and advice to staff and volunteers
- Refer and report to relevant authorities in cases of sexual exploitation, child abuse, or abuse of an at-risk adult
- Maintain safeguarding records and monitor implementation of this policy
- Deliver training and ensure all team members attend safeguarding onboarding
- Keep the Director and Board informed of safeguarding developments
Safeguarding Support Lead (SSL)
Role description:
The SSL supports the DSL in managing safeguarding concerns and ensures no issue is left without a first response. They act as a backup when the DSL is absent. There will always be a minimum of 2 SSLs.
Responsibilities:
- Be on stand-by to support the DSL with handling Safeguarding Concerns
- Ensure each concern receives a timely first response; if not, notify the full committee so another member can follow up
- Step in to cover safeguarding duties during DSL absence
- Support documentation, follow-up, and communication with therapists or beneficiaries
- Assist in safeguarding training and awareness efforts
You can find the current specific contacts within these roles сюди.
Спільнота Iguality
While the Safeguarding Committee carries the main safeguarding responsibilities, everyone in the Iguality community has a duty to contribute to a safe and respectful environment.
Responsibilities:
- Read, understand, and follow the Iguality Handbook, including this policy
- Seek clarification from the DSL or SSL when unsure about safeguarding matters
- Be familiar with how to report a safeguarding concern
- Participate in safeguarding training during onboarding and beyond
- Stay alert to signs of potential harm, abuse, or exploitation
- Treat all concerns seriously and report them immediately to the DSL or SSL
- Contact emergency services in situations of immediate danger or harm