We are committed to ensuring that all people in our organisation and in the projects we support feel safe and treated with respect. Protecting minors and vulnerable adults as well as our employees, volunteers and partners from (sexualised) violence, exploitation and abuse of power is a high priority for us.
This attitude is enshrined in our Code of Conduct. It is implemented through clear standards, preventive measures and regular training. Misereor assumes responsibility for clear and reliable framework conditions that promote respectful behaviour, respect for personal boundaries and the conscious use of power.
We work in trustful cooperation with our partner organisations to understand and implement safeguarding as a shared mission. In the projects supported by Misereor, we promote and demand a culture of mindful observation and action. The prevention of sexualised violence, exploitation and abuse of power is an integral part of our funding criteria and continuous project dialogue. We specifically support our partner organisations in further developing their safeguarding measures and provide advisory services.
Integrity Line whistleblowing system
With Integrity Line, Misereor provides a whistleblowing system through which reports and complaints can be submitted low-threshold, securely and, if desired, anonymously. The system serves as a central input channel for reports of possible violations of Misereor's Code of Conduct, internal regulations or applicable law.
The system is open to employees, volunteers, donors, service providers, partner organisations and all persons who wish to pass on observations or information. All incoming reports are treated confidentially, investigated carefully and processed responsibly according to clearly defined procedures.
Lisa Willeke
Officer for Safeguarding
- Telephone
- +49 241 442297
- Lisa.Willeke@misereor.de
This policy is intended to raise awareness of safeguarding among Misereor staff, Misereor partners…
This policy is intended to raise awareness of safeguarding among Misereor staff, Misereor partners and all those associated with Misereor. The policy identifies possible ways to take preventive and reactive action to protect (potentially) affected persons. The case management described in the policy ensures that those affected are supported, taking into account their needs, and that (suspected) cases are dealt with appropriately and transparently.
- Published by: Misereor
- Year of publication: 2021
- Pages: 9
This policy is intended to raise awareness of safeguarding among Misereor staff, Misereor partners and all those associated with Misereor. The policy identifies possible ways to take preventive and reactive action to protect (potentially) affected persons. The case management described in the policy ensures that those affected are supported, taking into account their needs, and that (suspected) cases are dealt with appropriately and transparently.
- Published by: Misereor
- Year of publication: 2021
- Pages: 9
Protection from sexualised violence and exploitation in development cooperation and humanitarian aid
The member organisations of VENRO, an association that represents the interests of 140 development…
The member organisations of VENRO, an association that represents the interests of 140 development and humanitarian non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Germany, have committed themselves to creating an environment in their organisations in which abuse of entrusted power is effectively prevented and to taking appropriate safeguarding measures. This guide is intended to help fulfil the responsibility towards the people with whom and for whom work is being done.
- Published by: VENRO
- Year of publication: 2019
- Pages: 40
The member organisations of VENRO, an association that represents the interests of 140 development and humanitarian non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Germany, have committed themselves to creating an environment in their organisations in which abuse of entrusted power is effectively prevented and to taking appropriate safeguarding measures. This guide is intended to help fulfil the responsibility towards the people with whom and for whom work is being done.
- Published by: VENRO
- Year of publication: 2019
- Pages: 40