Child safeguarding is set of policies employed to actively prevent harm and abuse of children. Learn why it’s important and about Save the Children’s policy.

Safeguarding is a term used in the United Kingdom, Ireland [1] and Australia [2] to denote measures to protect the health, well-being and human rights of individuals, which allow people—especially …

UNICEF’s Policy on Safeguarding sets out UNICEF’s safeguarding principles and standards, prohibited actions, and expected practices. It aims to ensure a safeguarding culture and a proactive approach …

Jun 22, 2023 · Safeguarding is defined by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as: ‘ …protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and …

Setting up and following good safeguarding policies and procedures means children are safe from adults and other children who might pose a risk. We have a range of safeguarding guidance, resources and …

What are the six principles of safeguarding? First introduced by the Department of Health in 2011, but now embedded in the Care Act, these six principles apply to all health and care settings.

May 22, 2025 · Safeguarding is a vital process that protects people—especially vulnerable children and adults—from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and harm. It ensures that individuals are free to live with …

Dec 5, 2023 · Safeguarding is an active, ongoing commitment to the safety and well-being of individuals, groups, and communities. It is a verb and requires action. It's not something that can exist in …

Jan 16, 2026 · Safeguarding involves measures to protect the well-being, safety, and rights of vulnerable individuals, including at-risk children, young people, and adults. It aims to prevent abuse, neglect, …

Nov 16, 2022 · Safeguarding means protecting people's health, wellbeing and human rights, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. It's fundamental to high-quality health and …