Safeguarding

SOS SAHEL Ethiopian Responsibility to Protect and Respond

1. SOS Sahel Ethiopia is committed to “Do no Harm” principle and providing assistances in a way that is free from abuse
2. All services and activities are FREE. You should never be asked for money, services, or sexual favors in exchange for assistance

• Do you have any concerns or complaints about any SOS Sahel Ethiopian staff behavior or misconduct?
• Have you witnessed or experienced unprofessional behavior or misconduct by an SOS Sahel Ethiopia representative?
  

Anonymous reporting is possible.
You can report your concerns on 8631 or email us at :-  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

All reports will be kept confidential

SOS Sahel Ethiopia has a zero tolerance approach to abuse, exploitation, human trafficking and harassment and discrimination against program participants and community members by any of our representatives and partner. All reported safeguarding concerns will be thoroughly examined and where needed, investigated by trained investigator

SOS Sahel Ethiopia is committed to responding to all safeguarding concerns in a survivor centered way this means that the safety, dignity and well-being of the survivor are the primary consideration in all steps we take after a safeguarding concern is reported. Reported concerns will kept confidential. We will work to make sure that you will not face negative consequences for reporting.

• SOS Sahel Ethiopia staff and partners are committed to following the standards of behavior outlined in SOS Sahel Ethiopia Safeguarding Policy and guidelines

• SOS Sahel Ethiopia will not tolerate Sexual exploitation & sexual abuse of program participants and vulnerable populations by staff and associates

• Exchange of money, employment, goods, services, or anything of value for a sex act is prohibited, including sexual favors or other forms of humiliating, degrading or exploitative behavior

•  SOS Sahel Ethiopia staff MUST protect vulnerable adults and children, who need care and support

• Abuse of children and vulnerable adults could include physical abuse, sexual abuse, psychological abuse, financial/material abuse, discrimination, or neglect.

Safeguarding Policy.pdf