Getting people involved

This NCVO guide, part of the 'Steps to a Safer Organisation' series, covers how to embed safeguarding as a core organisational value rather than a box-ticking exercise. It offers practical steps for developing accessible policies and codes of conduct collaboratively, communicating safeguarding expectations clearly, and equipping staff and volunteers to raise concerns without fear of victimisation. The guide also addresses whistleblowing, active listening, and signposts to external resources such as the NSPCC Helpline, Childline, Hourglass, and Digisafe for organisations delivering online services. A notable scope note: some advice is tailored specifically to organisations working with children, with additional NSPCC guidance recommended for those contexts.