Safeguarding – resources

UCL defines safeguarding in the context of working abroad as:

“Preventing and addressing any sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment of individuals, communities, colleagues or staff, plus any broader forms of violence, exploitation and abuse relevant such as: bullying, harassment, psychological abuse, and physical violence.”

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UCL safeguarding policies

• UCL Safeguarding Policy: This policy provides guidance to all UCL staff and students on the expected standards of behaviour when working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
  Access the UCL Safeguarding Policy
• UCL International Safeguarding Policy and Procedure: The International Safeguarding Policy applies to the safeguarding of staff, students and research participants overseas.
  Access the UCL International Safeguarding Policy and Procedure
• UCL Safeguarding Online Learning Course: 45-minute self-guided course.
  Access the UCL Safeguarding Online Learning Course

Internal safeguarding resources

• Health and Safety Policy
• Mental Health Policy
• Policy on Harassment and Bullying
• Taking Action for Equality
• Data Protection Policy
• Freedom of Information Policy
• Personal Relationships Code of Conduct
• Support to Study Policy and Fitness to Study Procedure
• Halls of Residence
• Prevent at UCL
• Students' Union UCL (UCLU)

External safeguarding resources

• UKCDR Safeguarding Guidance
• Safeguarding Resource & Support Hub (RSH) online training modules
  RSH supports organisations in the humanitarian and development sectors to strengthen their safeguarding policy and practice against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment (SEAH). By offering a wide range of free tools, training and advice in over 10 languages, RSH enables people and organisations to reduce the risk of harm. The platform is open access and is funded by UKAid
• Bond Safeguarding resources including handbooks or reporting guides
  Bond also offer training including links to specialist consultants.