Our commitment to safeguarding

We work with survivors and handle sensitive information. Protecting the safety, dignity and privacy of everyone we serve is at the heart of how we operate.

Our commitments

Principles that guide every interaction

These commitments apply to our staff, volunteers, partners and anyone acting on Malaq's behalf.

Survivor dignity

Survivors are treated with respect and believed, and are never blamed for what happened to them.

Confidentiality

Personal information is shared only with consent, or where there is a serious risk to someone's life or safety.

Informed consent

People decide what happens next, with clear information about their options and what each involves.

Do no harm

We assess the risks of every action so that our support never puts someone in greater danger.

Child safeguarding

Children and young people receive additional protection, in line with the law and child protection standards.

Data protection

We collect only what we need, store it securely and delete it when it is no longer required.

Responsible communications

Stories and images are shared only with consent, and never in a way that could identify or endanger someone.

Referral safety

We refer people only to services we have vetted, and only with their agreement.

Policies

Our safeguarding framework

Our commitments are set out in the policies below, which are available to partners and funders.

  • Safeguarding policy

    How we protect the people we work with

    Coming soon
  • Child safeguarding policy

    Additional protections for children and young people

    Coming soon
  • Data protection policy

    How we collect, store and delete personal information

    Coming soon
  • Code of conduct

    Standards for staff, volunteers and partners

    Coming soon

Raise a safeguarding concern

If you are worried about the behaviour of anyone connected to Malaq, or about how we have handled information, please tell us. Every concern is taken seriously and handled confidentially.

Safeguarding contact

safeguarding@malaq.org

Phone: to be added