Survivor - Centred Assistance in the Safeguarding Policy 2023

The CRS team conducted an on line orientation on 11-12-2023, aiming to discuss Survivor - Centred Assistance in the Safeguarding Policy. Mr. Anil Sebastian, Coordinator for Safeguarding Program attended the meeting.

The meeting commenced with an overview of survivor assistance, emphasizing its importance in the context of our safeguarding policy. The discussion focused on identifying gaps in the current safeguarding policy concerning survivor assistance.

This involved assessing potential challenges survivors may face and exploring ways to address them effectively. A significant part of the meeting cantered around the need for training programs to educate staff about survivor assistance and the importance of maintaining a safe and supportive environment. Strategies for raising awareness across the organization were discussed.

The meeting concluded with a discussion on the next steps, including creating effective links around our organization, for the survivor assistance basically nearby health centres, NGOs, legal assistance and emergency centres etc.

Overall, the online meeting served as a valuable platform for sharing insights. We are committed to implementing survivor assistance improvements that align with our organization's safeguarding policy.