Anti-Fraud, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy
Prohibits fraud, bribery, kickbacks and deliberate misuse of resources.
Governing Body members, employees, consultants, volunteers, interns, facilitators and contractors where the subject relates to their role.
Prohibited acts
- Offer, request or accept a bribe or kickback.
- Create false bills, vendors, participants or attendance records.
- Divert funds, supplies or opportunities for personal use.
- Manipulate procurement or conceal an irregularity.
- Retaliate against a person who reports a concern in good faith.
Reporting
Report suspected fraud to the President or a Governing Body member who has no connection to the allegation. If the allegation concerns the President, address a confidential written report to a Governing Body member other than the President at the registered office.
Review and action
Punjabi Samvad records each credible allegation, preserves relevant records and assigns an independent reviewer. The organisation may suspend access or payments during the review. It reports suspected criminal conduct to the appropriate authority when required.
Punjabi Samvad follows applicable law where it sets a stricter rule or a different process. This public page does not replace a statutory committee order, employment term, funding agreement or signed internal procedure.