Volunteer Code of Conduct
Building a respectful, safe, ethical and responsible volunteer community. Our Code of Conduct sets clear expectations for all volunteers, ensuring respectful behaviour, safeguarding and accountability across all our activities.
Respect & Dignity
Treating everyone with dignity and respect.
Safety & Safeguarding
Promoting safe conduct during all activities.
Integrity & Accountability
Acting honestly and taking responsibility.
Responsible Representation
Using resources, information and branding appropriately.
Why this Code matters
Volunteers are an important part of Prakrtireva Saranam Foundation's work. This Code establishes the standards of behaviour expected from our volunteers and provides guidance on professional conduct, safeguarding, confidentiality, financial integrity, conflicts of interest, social media and reporting concerns. It applies to volunteers participating in school visits, plantation drives, surveys, events and other Foundation activities.
Key Areas Covered
Child & Student Safeguarding
Professional Boundaries
Sexual Harassment & POSH
Photography & Social Media
Confidentiality & Privacy
Financial Integrity
Conflict of Interest
Health & Safety
Foundation Representation
Reporting Misconduct
Volunteer Code of Conduct – Policy Version 1.0
Effective Date: 26 August 2026
Approved By: Board of Directors
Approval Date: 26 August 2026
Your responsibility as a volunteer
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Have a concern or need guidance?
If you have a concern regarding inappropriate conduct, safety, safeguarding, harassment or another serious matter, please use the appropriate Foundation reporting channel.