Safeguarding refers to the measures taken to protect the health, well-being, and human rights of individuals, particularly young people, ensuring they live free from harm, abuse, and neglect.

NGSS is committed to safeguarding young people by empowering them through prevention, protection, and partnership. Our approach ensures their safety in various settings, including education, social environments, and online spaces.

Prevention: Raising awareness and educating young people and adults to prevent harm.

Protection: Implementing policies and procedures to safeguard young people from abuse.

Partnership: Working with parents, educators, law enforcement, and communities to create a safe environment.

Training and awareness programs for young people, parents, and professionals.

Clear reporting procedures for concerns.

Strong partnerships with safeguarding authorities.

A confidential support system for those at risk.

If you have any concerns about the safety or well-being of a young person, you can report it through:

Our safeguarding team via [email/phone]

Local authorities or social services

The police (in emergencies)
All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and urgency.

Listen carefully and remain calm.

Reassure them that they are doing the right thing by speaking up.

Do not promise confidentiality—explain that you must share the information with the appropriate safeguarding team to help them.

Report the concern to NGSS’s safeguarding team immediately.

NGSS follows strict safeguarding policies, including:

Thorough background checks (DBS checks for UK staff and volunteers).

Regular safeguarding training.

Clear codes of conduct.

Supervision and monitoring of interactions with young people.

Safeguarding awareness workshops.

Online safety training.

Identifying and responding to abuse sessions.

Partnering with external agencies for specialist safeguarding training.

We educate young people on responsible internet use, recognizing online threats, and reporting cyberbullying or exploitation. We also work with parents and schools to implement online safety measures.

Attending our safeguarding training.

Volunteering to raise awareness.

Reporting concerns to protect young people.

Partnering with us as an organization to strengthen safeguarding initiatives.

For more information, contact our safeguarding team.

Together, we can empower and protect our young people