Through our various workshops we aim to train, educate and empower Nigerian children and youths living in the UK. Our charity gala will also bring the BAME community together, through the Arts, showcasing Nigerian culture's and heritage because without a history the future is unclear.
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Our youth workshop in London, England-
*Bring Nigerian youths together in the Arts.
*Builds cultural confidence
*Team work
* Sense of achievement
*Builds community spirit
Your support and contributions will enable us to make real changes to the children's lives.
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The Nigerian Children Cause Children’s Safeguarding Policy Children and young adults Safeguarding Policy for The Nigerian Children Cause NCC. The Nigerian Children Cause abides by the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and is committed to safeguarding practice that reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice requirements.
● We recognise the welfare of children is paramount in all the work we do and in all the decisions we take● All children, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, sex, religion or belief has an equal right to protection from all types of harm or abuse● Some children are additionally vulnerable because of the impact of previous experiences, their level of dependency, communication needs or other issues. ● Working in partnership with children, young people, their parents, carers and other agencies is essential in promoting young people’s welfare. Purpose: The Nigerian Children Cause will:● Protect children and young people who receive 'The Nigerian Children Cause's' services from harm. ● This includes the children of adults who use our services● Provide staff and volunteers, as well as children and young people and their families, with the overarching principles that guide our approach to child protection. This policy applies to anyone working on behalf of The Nigerian Children Cause, including senior managers and the board of trustees, paid staff, volunteers, sessional workers, agency staff and students. Failure to comply with the policy and related procedures will be addressed without delay and may ultimately result in dismissal/exclusion from the organisation. Definitions: The Children Act 1989 definition of a child is: anyone who has not yet reached their 18th birthday, even if they are living independently, are a member of the armed forces or is in hospital. Child and Adult Abuse: Children and adults may be vulnerable to neglect and abuse or exploitation from within their family and from individuals they come across in their daily lives. There are 4 main categories of abuse, which are: sexual, physical, emotional abuse, and neglect. It is important to be aware of more specific types of abuse that fall within these categories, they are:● Bullying and cyberbullying● Child sexual exploitation● Child Criminal exploitation● Child trafficking● Domestic abuse● Female genital mutilation● Grooming● Historical abuse● Online abuse Adult at Risk:● An adult who has needs for care and support (whether or not the authority is meeting any of those needs),● is experiencing, or is at risk of, abuse or neglect, and ● as a result of those needs is unable to protect himself or herself against the abuse or neglect or the risk of it. Grooming other adults Successful abusers groom not only the child but also the adults around the child. By grooming the adults around the child, developing a reputation of respectability, helpfulness or popularity within the club, the abuser makes it more difficult for the child to disclose abuse, or for adults (who trust and may know the individual well) to accept even the possibility the allegations could be true. If in doubt, report You can contact the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 where you can discuss your concerns with a helpline counsellor. You do not need to say who you are but you can talk about your worries and a helpline counsellor can advise what they think should happen. You can also contact your local Borough for their safeguarding team. The concept of whistle blowing is important in any organisation that is committed to maintaining appropriate levels of safeguarding and good practice. Whistle blowing allows individuals to raise issues of poor practice or misconduct by members and employees. Safeguarding children: Safeguarding children is defined in Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018 as: ● protecting children from maltreatment. ● preventing impairment of children’s health or development.● ensuring that children are growing up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care.● taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes. Safeguarding as Part of the Deal: In safeguarding children, The Nigerian Children Cause is committed to the principles of the UK government. Legal Framework: This policy has been drawn up on the basis of legislation, policy and guidance that seeks to protect children in England. A summary of the key legislation is available from nspcc.org.uk/learning. The Nigerian Children Cause should have in place arrangements that reflect the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as vulnerable adults. The Prevent duty Some organisations in England, Scotland and Wales have a duty, as a specified authority under section 26 of the Counterterrorism and Security Act 2015, to identify vulnerable children and young people and prevent them from being drawn into terrorism. This is known as the Prevent duty. These organisations include:● Schools ● Registered childcare providers● Local authorities● Police● Prisons and probation services● NHS trusts and foundations.● Other organisations may also have Prevent duties if they perform delegated local authority functions. Children can be exposed to different views and receive information from various sources. Some of these views may be considered radical or extreme. Radicalisation is the process through which a person comes to support or be involved in extremist ideologies. It can result in a person becoming drawn into terrorism and is in itself a form of harm. Extremism is vocal or active opposition to fundamental British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. Training and Awareness: The Nigerian Children Cause will ensure an appropriate level of safeguarding training is available to its Executives, Employees, Volunteers and any relevant persons linked to the organisation who requires it (e.g. contractors).For all employees who are working or volunteering with children, this requires them as a minimum to have awareness training that enables them to: ● Understand what safeguarding is and their role in safeguarding children.● Recognise an child potentially in need of safeguarding and take action.● Understand how to report a safeguarding Alert.● Understand dignity and respect when working with children.● Have knowledge of the Safeguarding Children Policy. The NSPCC offer safeguarding courses. For more information please copy this link. https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/training/safeguarding-training-package-voluntary-groupsSimilarly, employees and volunteers may encounter concerns about the safety and wellbeing of an adult at risk of abuse. For more information about adults safeguarding, refer to section %%% of this policy The Nigerian Children Cause Adults Safeguarding Policy. Confidentiality and Information Sharing: The Nigerian Children Cause expects all directors, employees, volunteers, and trustees to maintain confidentiality. Information will only be shared in line with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and Data Protection. However, information should be shared with the Local Authority if a child is deemed to be at risk of harm or contact the police if they are in immediate danger, or a crime has been committed. For further guidance on information sharing and safeguarding see (Information sharing and data protection | early years alliance (eyalliance.org.uk).Recording and Record Keeping: A written record must be kept about any concern regarding an adult with safeguarding needs. This must include details of the person involved, the nature of the concern and the actions taken, decision made and why they were made. All records must be signed and dated. All records must be securely and confidentially stored in line with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). Safe Recruitment & Selection: The Nigerian Children Cause is committed to safe employment and safe recruitment practices, that reduce the risk of harm to children from people unsuitable to work with them or have contact with them. The Nigerian Children Cause has policies and procedures that that cover the recruitment of all Trustees, employees, and volunteers. Social Media: All employees and volunteers should be aware of The Nigerian Children Cause social media policy and procedures [please see our privacy policy] and the code of conduct for behaviour towards the children we support. Use of Mobile Phones and other Digital Technology: All Directors, employees, trustees, and volunteers should be aware of The Nigerian Children Cause policy and procedures regarding the use of mobile phones and any digital technology and understand that it is unlawful to photograph children and young people without the explicit consent of the person with parental responsibilities. Whistleblowing: It is important that people within The Nigerian Children Cause have the confidence to come forward to speak or act if they are unhappy with anything. Whistle blowing occurs when a person raises a concern about dangerous or illegal activity, or any wrong- doing within their organisation. This includes concerns about another employee or volunteer. There is also a requirement by The Nigerian Children Cause to protect whistle-blowers. Please see the NCC whistleblowing policy and procedure Important Contacts: The Nigerian Children Cause, Lead officer and manager for Safeguarding Name: Mrs Chinelo Obikpo Email address: nigerianchildrencasue@yahoo.com Telephone number: 07385 893565 All UK Borough Councils - Specialist Assessment Team (Children’s Social Care Referral Team) (24-hour Monday – Friday) Contact your local authority for their direct contact information. Online Professional Referral Form UK Police Emergency – 999 non-emergency – 101NSPCC Helpline0808 800 5000
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Our UK youth workshops are set to tackle the identity crisis growing among our youth in the UK. To inspire, empower, and develop the artistic skills of Nigerian youth through exposure to various art forms, fostering creativity, self-expression, and cultural appreciation. Join us on this artistic journey, as we cultivate creativity, celebrate Nigerian culture, and empower youth to shape the future of art in Nigeria!
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