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Governance & Institutional Policy

Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy

Effective: 01/09/2026 v1.0
Zero-Tolerance Policy: Vaadi e Kashmir Foundation maintains absolute zero tolerance for any form of child abuse, exploitation, sexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, harassment, discrimination or trafficking.

1. Zero Tolerance

No form of harm, abuse, exploitation, harassment, discrimination or trafficking of children will be tolerated by the Foundation, its staff, volunteers, partners or representatives. Violations will result in immediate action and may be referred to relevant authorities.

2. Child Data

We only collect information relating to children when reasonably necessary for a specific programme or legal purpose. Such information is handled with the highest level of care and restricted to authorised personnel on a need-to-know basis.

3. Parent & Guardian Involvement

Where required, appropriate permissions and consents are obtained from parents, guardians, schools, institutions or authorised representatives before collecting or using information relating to children.

4. Images of Children

Photographs and videos of children are handled responsibly. Appropriate permissions are obtained before capturing or publishing images. Images are used only for legitimate Foundation documentation, impact reporting, awareness and educational purposes.

5. Staff & Volunteers

All staff, volunteers and programme coordinators involved in activities with children undergo appropriate orientation and safeguarding procedures. Any person working with children in Foundation programmes is expected to adhere to this policy.

6. Reporting Concerns

Anyone with concerns about a child's safety in connection with Foundation activities should report immediately to:

Safeguarding Contact

Email: safeguard@vaadiekashmir.org

General: contact@vaadiekashmir.org

Serious concerns may be referred to appropriate government authorities. Do not delay reporting serious concerns while awaiting Foundation response.

7. Related Policies

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Volunteer Policy.