If you’re worried about someone right now, follow these steps to help
Find out more about the project supported by the National Lottery Community Fund and the Department for Digital Culture Media and Sport
Important aspects of safeguarding, including policies and procedures, roles and responsibilities, reporting and more
Understand how to make safeguarding part of your everyday activities and review what you are doing
Safeguarding works best when everyone is involved. Find out how to make that happen
When to take checks and other recruitment steps that help keep people safe
Find out about the most important documents needed for good safeguarding
Making sure people take on the right roles and responsibilities to keep people safe
Preparing staff and volunteers so they’re ready to deal with problems when they happen
Identifying the types of harm that people you work with might experience
Many charities want to evaluate their impact but lack time or confidence. This blog shares how we support practical, sustainable approaches to self-evaluation.
NCVO announces the appointment of Kate Lee OBE as its new chief executive, joining at a crucial moment for the voluntary sector.
How to plan ahead for, and manage, safeguarding allegations
Find out about the responsibilities of a volunteer manager and how to plan a safeguarding policy
Guidance for volunteer managers to ensure safeguarding when recruiting volunteers
Principles for safer recruitment
How to create role descriptions and advertise for volunteers
Guidance on finding and selecting volunteers
Guide to welcoming and training new volunteers
How to provide ongoing support to your volunteers and manage any concerns.
Recognising safeguarding opportunities and risks when a volunteering relationship ends
How to manage safeguarding risks at an operational level