Introduction
New Life Fellowship Society is committed to protecting every child who participates in our programs. We believe that every child has the right to grow, learn, and thrive in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment free from abuse, neglect, exploitation, discrimination, and violence.
This policy outlines the principles, responsibilities, and procedures that guide our commitment to safeguarding children across all our activities. Everyone representing New Life Fellowship Society shares responsibility for creating safe environments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
Purpose
This policy aims to:
- Protect children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and harm.
- Promote safe and child-friendly environments across all programs.
- Define safeguarding responsibilities for staff, volunteers, and partners.
- Establish clear procedures for reporting and responding to concerns.
- Support compliance with Indian child protection laws and international child rights standards.
Scope
This policy applies to:
- Employees
- Volunteers
- Board Members
- Interns
- Trainers
- Consultants
- Community Workers
- Partner Organizations working with New Life Fellowship Society
It covers all child-related activities, including:
- Child Education Programs
- Child Sponsorship
- Nutrition Programs
- Health Camps
- Community Outreach
- Awareness Campaigns
- Events and Training
- Photography and Digital Communications involving children
Key Definitions
Child
A child is any person under the age of 18 years.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding means preventing abuse, neglect, exploitation, and any form of harm while creating safe environments where children are respected and protected.
Abuse
Abuse may include:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Neglect
- Exploitation
Our Commitment
New Life Fellowship Society is committed to:
- Protecting every child’s safety and dignity.
- Promoting equality and non-discrimination.
- Maintaining zero tolerance for abuse or exploitation.
- Respecting children’s privacy and rights.
- Taking every safeguarding concern seriously.
- Continuously improving safeguarding practices across all programs.
Code of Conduct
Everyone representing New Life Fellowship Society must:
- Treat children with dignity and respect.
- Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
- Use positive and age-appropriate communication.
- Conduct activities in safe and observable environments whenever possible.
- Report safeguarding concerns immediately.
Staff, volunteers, and partners must never:
- Physically or emotionally abuse a child.
- Humiliate, threaten, or intimidate children.
- Engage in inappropriate relationships or behaviour.
- Exploit children in any way.
- Discriminate against any child.
- Share inappropriate content or misuse their position of trust.
Safe Recruitment
To reduce safeguarding risks, the organization may:
- Verify identity and address.
- Obtain references where appropriate.
- Assess suitability for child-related roles.
- Communicate safeguarding expectations before engagement.
Photography and Media
Photographs and videos may be used to share the impact of our programs while protecting children’s dignity and privacy.
Where reasonably practicable, parental or guardian consent will be obtained before publishing identifiable images of children.
We will never use images that could place children at risk or expose sensitive personal information.
Reporting a Safeguarding Concern
Anyone who witnesses, suspects, or receives information about possible abuse, neglect, exploitation, or inappropriate behaviour involving a child must report it immediately.
All reports will be:
- Taken seriously.
- Treated confidentially where possible.
- Reviewed fairly.
- Handled in the best interests of the child.
Where necessary, New Life Fellowship Society will cooperate with the appropriate authorities in accordance with applicable laws.
Confidentiality
Safeguarding information will only be shared with individuals who have a legitimate need to know.
Records relating to safeguarding concerns will be maintained securely and handled responsibly to protect the privacy of children and all individuals involved.
Training and Review
New Life Fellowship Society promotes ongoing safeguarding awareness by introducing this policy to staff and volunteers and reviewing safeguarding practices regularly.
This policy will be reviewed periodically and updated whenever necessary to reflect changes in legislation, organizational practices, or safeguarding standards.
Legal Framework
This policy is guided by:
- Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012
- Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
- United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC)
Contact Information
New Life Fellowship Society
Registered Address
Madhubati, Diamond Harbour
West Bengal – 743504, India
Email
info@newlifefellowshipsociety.com
Phone
+91 8512943278
Safeguarding Officer
Name: Amiya Halder
Email: info@newlifefellowshipsociety.com
Phone: +91 9083874486
If you have concerns about the safety or well-being of a child participating in our programs, please contact our Safeguarding Officer. Reports will be handled respectfully, confidentially, and in accordance with this policy.
Policy Review
| Policy Name | Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy |
|---|---|
| Organization | New Life Fellowship Society |
| Effective Date | August 2026 |
| Last Updated | August 2026 |
| Review Frequency | Every two years or earlier if required |
Our Promise
At New Life Fellowship Society, protecting children is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating safe, respectful, and inclusive environments where every child can learn, grow, and thrive with confidence and dignity.
