People and safeguarding

Code of Conduct and Ethics

Defines the conduct expected from anyone who represents Punjabi Samvad.

Applies to

Governing Body members, employees, consultants, volunteers, interns, facilitators and contractors where the subject relates to their role.

Who must follow this code

Governing Body members, employees, consultants, volunteers, interns, facilitators and contractors must follow this code while representing Punjabi Samvad.

Expected conduct

Treat participants and colleagues with dignity.
Protect confidential information and organisational assets.
Maintain professional boundaries.
Declare conflicts of interest.
Follow safeguarding, finance and safety procedures.
Report suspected misconduct or risk.

Prohibited conduct

Harassment, discrimination, bullying or retaliation.
Child abuse, sexual exploitation or abuse of power.
Fraud, bribery, theft or falsification of records.
Misuse of participant information, funds or programme access.
Intoxication during duties when it affects safety or conduct.

Response

Punjabi Samvad may remove a person from duties while it assesses a safety or misconduct concern. Proven misconduct may lead to corrective action, termination of engagement, recovery of funds or a report to the authorities.

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.