SAFEGUARDING

Safe spaces.
Brighter futures.

Uplift 360 is deeply committed to protecting every young person we serve. Whether you are a young person, parent, guardian, mentor, or partner, you have a safe and confidential place to share any concerns about safety, well-being, or treatment.

What You Can Report

You can raise concerns regarding:

  • Physical safety, emotional welfare, or bullying
  • Harm, exploitation, neglect, or abuse
  • Inappropriate behavior by peers, volunteers, or staff
  • Online safety, harassment, or cyberbullying
  • Privacy or data concerns involving a child or youth

Our Commitment to You

  • We Listen: Every report is taken seriously and treated with empathy.
  • Confidentiality: Handled by our designated safeguarding leads only.
  • No Reprisals: You will never be penalized or excluded for raising a genuine concern.
  • Anonymous Option: You may report without giving your name if you prefer.

Report a Safeguarding Concern

Your report is confidential and delivered securely to our designated safeguarding lead.

Accepted formats: PDF, JPG, PNG (Max 5MB). Stored in a private, encrypted directory.

Confidentiality Notice: Safeguarding reports are handled confidentially and shared only with people who need the information to respond appropriately, subject to legal and safety obligations. We do not make automatic or public disclosures.

What Happens After You Report

1

Secure Reception

Your concern is assigned a confidential reference code and delivered directly to the designated safeguarding officer.

2

Risk Assessment

We review the circumstances immediately. If anyone is in danger, emergency protection protocols are initiated.

3

Support & Action

We take appropriate safeguarding action, which may include mentorship adjustments, referrals, or support services.

Uplift 360 Safeguarding Policy

Our complete child and vulnerable youth safeguarding policy outlines our principles, reporting thresholds, vetting standards, and escalation frameworks.

DRAFT — Under Organisational Review