Safeguarding is not just a compliance requirement — it is a reflection of an organisation’s values, leadership, and commitment to protecting people from harm. For Board members and trustees, the role is vital: effective governance ensures that safeguarding is embedded in organisational culture, decision-making, and accountability structures.

This course is designed to deepen Boards’ and trustees’ understanding of safeguarding principles, clarify their responsibilities, and equip them to provide effective oversight. Participants will explore accountability, risk management, survivor-centred responses, serious incident reporting, and conflict of interest in grant management. The training also highlights the importance of leadership in fostering a safe, ethical organisational culture.

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About the course

  • £55.00
  • 1.5-2 hours
  • Board members and senior leaders responsible for governance, accountability, and safeguarding oversight
  • Reading, case studies, interactive content, reflective exercises, and scenario-based learning

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand what safeguarding is and why it matters to organisational culture and risk management

  • Recognise the governance responsibilities of Boards in relation to safeguarding, including leadership, accountability, and oversight

  • Apply survivor-centred and trauma-informed principles when reviewing cases and making decisions

  • Identify and manage safeguarding risks, case oversight, and serious incident reporting

  • Manage conflicts of interest, particularly in grant management, to ensure transparency, integrity, and ethical decision-making

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