Zero tolerance
We do not tolerate any form of abuse, harassment, bullying, discrimination or exploitation — physical, emotional, sexual, online or financial.
Keeping young people safe
Safeguarding Policy
Every young person taking part in our activities, training and mobilities has the right to be safe. This page explains how we work and what you can do if you have a concern.
Who does it cover?
This policy covers all young people taking part in our local events, clubs, training, Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps (ESC) mobilities, and all board members, staff, trainers, mentors, volunteers and partner organisations involved in these activities.
Our principles
The young person comes first
Every concern is taken seriously. The safety and wellbeing of the young person outweigh any other consideration, including the reputation of the association.
Never one-to-one in private
Activities with participants under 18 take place in open or visible spaces, with at least two adults responsible for the group.
Parental consent
Participants under 18 take part only with written consent from a parent or guardian, including for travel and photographs.
Photos and personal data
We share images only with consent and never publish contact details, addresses or school information of young people. Personal data is processed under our privacy notice.
Official channels only
Staff, trainers and volunteers communicate with young people through the association’s group channels, not private messages, and never ask for personal photos.
Safe mobilities
Before every exchange or volunteering period we brief participants on safety, insurance, emergency contacts and their rights, and stay in contact throughout.
Equal and respectful
Everyone is welcome regardless of nationality, language, religion, gender, disability or background. Foreign-national young people get information in a language they understand.
If you have a concern
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Immediate danger?
Call 112 first. You can contact us afterwards.
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Tell us
Use the confidential form below, email bilgi@kozder.com, or speak to any trainer or team member. You can stay anonymous.
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We respond
The safeguarding lead contacts you within 2 working days (if you leave contact details), records the concern and agrees the next steps with you.
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We protect
Information is shared only with people who need to know. Nobody who raises a concern in good faith will face any negative consequences.
Code of conduct for our team
Our staff, trainers, mentors and volunteers read and sign these rules before taking on a role.
- Treat every young person with respect and dignity.
- Do not be alone with a participant under 18 behind closed doors.
- Do not contact participants through private messages or personal social media.
- Do not take, share or keep photos without consent.
- Do not give alcohol, tobacco or medicine to participants under 18.
- Report any concern to the safeguarding lead the same day.
Safeguarding lead
A safeguarding lead appointed by the board is responsible for safeguarding in our association. You can reach the safeguarding lead at bilgi@kozder.com or through the form below. This policy is reviewed every year.
Last updated: October 2026
Confidential report form
This form goes only to the safeguarding lead. Name and contact details are optional, but without them we cannot get back to you.
Your report has reached us. Thank you for speaking up.