Last updated: November 11, 2026
Our commitment
Emerge Epicenter Foundation has zero tolerance for abuse or exploitation of children and vulnerable adults. Everyone who works or volunteers with us has a duty to keep the people we serve safe.
Scope
This policy applies to trustees, staff, volunteers, partners, contractors and visitors involved in any of our programmes, in every country we operate.
Safe recruitment
- Reference and background checks for anyone working with children or vulnerable adults.
- Signed Code of Conduct and safeguarding induction before engagement.
- Two-adult rule: no adult is left alone with a child during programme activities.
Code of conduct
Our people must treat everyone with dignity; must never engage in any form of physical, sexual or emotional abuse, exploitation or harassment; must not exchange money, aid or favours for sexual activity; and must not take or share images of children without consent from a parent or guardian.
Reporting concerns
Any concern must be reported immediately to our Designated Safeguarding Lead via info@emergeepicenter.org or WhatsApp. Reports are handled confidentially, survivors are supported, and matters are referred to the relevant authorities where required by law.
Photography and consent
Images of programme participants are used only with informed consent, and never in ways that compromise dignity or reveal sensitive information.
