SAFEGUARDING POLICY

Last updated: 1 April 2026

Rock the Planet Ministries is committed to creating safe environments for children, young people and vulnerable individuals across all ministry activities, including those connected to rocktheplanet.org.za.

OUR COMMITMENT

We believe every child and young person has the right to:

• Be safe and protected from harm
• Be treated with dignity and respect
• Be heard and valued

We take safeguarding seriously and aim to ensure all ministry environments are safe, accountable and trustworthy.

WHO THIS POLICY APPLIES TO

This policy applies to:

• Staff and leadership
• Volunteers and ministry workers
• Partner organisations
• Anyone representing Rock the Planet Ministries

SAFEGUARDING PRINCIPLES

We are committed to:

• Putting the wellbeing of children first
• Creating safe and transparent environments
• Maintaining appropriate boundaries
• Ensuring accountability in all interactions
• Responding promptly to concerns

SAFE PRACTICES

We aim to ensure:

• Appropriate adult-to-child ratios
• No unsupervised one-on-one situations where avoidable
• Clear visibility in ministry environments
• Responsible use of digital communication
• Consent for photos, videos and personal information

RECRUITMENT AND TRAINING

We aim to:

• Screen and vet volunteers where appropriate
• Provide safeguarding awareness and training
• Ensure leaders understand their responsibilities

REPORTING CONCERNS

Any concerns, suspicions or disclosures of harm must be taken seriously.

Reports can be made to:
admin@rocktheplanet.org.za

We commit to:

• Responding appropriately and promptly
• Following legal reporting requirements
• Supporting those affected

CONFIDENTIALITY

Information will be handled sensitively and only shared where necessary to protect individuals.

REVIEW

This policy is reviewed regularly to ensure best practice.