Child Protection - Commitment to Child Safety
At AntarBhukti, the safety, dignity, and well-being of children are at the heart of our mission. We are committed to ensuring that all children involved in or affected by our work are protected from abuse, exploitation, neglect, and harm.Every child has the right to grow up in a safe, caring, and supportive environment where they are respected, heard, and valued.
Definition of a Child
AntarBhukti defines a child as any person under the age of 18, in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).
Zero Tolerance for Abuse
AntarBhukti maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of child abuse, including:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional or psychological abuse
- Sexual abuse or exploitation
- Neglect or negligent treatment
- Child trafficking or child labor
- Online or digital exploitation
Any behavior that threatens a child’s safety or dignity is unacceptable and will be addressed immediately.
Code of Conduct
All staff, volunteers, partners, and representatives of AntarBhukti are expected to:
- Treat all children with respect, care, and fairness
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries
- Never engage in abusive, exploitative, or harmful behavior
- Avoid being alone with a child in unsafe or unobserved situations
- Follow child protection guidelines at all times
Failure to comply with these standards may result in disciplinary action and, where required, legal reporting.
Use of Images and Information
AntarBhukti is committed to protecting children’s privacy and dignity:
- Informed consent is obtained before photographing or recording children
- Images and stories are used respectfully and responsibly
- Personal information is safeguarded to prevent harm or misuse
Safeguarding Children in Our Work
Child protection is integrated into all programs, activities, and engagements of AntarBhukti by:
- Creating safe, inclusive, and child-friendly environments
- Identifying and reducing risks to children
- Ensuring activities are appropriate to children’s age and context
- Respecting children’s views and participation
- Acting in the best interests of the child at all times
Reporting and Responding to Concerns
Any concerns, suspicions, or disclosures regarding a child’s safety related to AntarBhukti’s work should be reported immediately.
All reports are handled with confidentiality, sensitivity, and urgency, with the child’s safety as the highest priority. Appropriate action is taken in line with child protection procedures and applicable laws.
Accountability and Review
AntarBhukti regularly reviews and strengthens its child protection practices to ensure they remain effective, ethical, and aligned with best practices in safeguarding children.
Our Shared Responsibility
Protecting children is everyone’s responsibility. Through collaboration with families, communities, and partners, AntarBhukti strives to create environments where children are safe, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.