Safeguarding Policy Statement
Last updated: 31st October 2025
Donegal Women’s Centre is committed to creating and maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all women who use our services. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard the welfare of those who may be vulnerable, including young people and adults at risk, and to protect them from harm.
Our Commitment
- We will promote the safety, dignity, and rights of all service users.
- We will take all reasonable steps to protect from abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
- We will ensure our staff, volunteers, and representatives are trained and supported to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns.
- We will act promptly and appropriately if concerns are raised.
- We will comply with all relevant Irish safeguarding legislation and guidance, including:
- Children First Act 2015
- Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children (2017)
- Best practice guidelines for working with vulnerable adults.
Responsibilities
- All staff, volunteers, and Board members share responsibility for safeguarding.
- A Designated Liaison Person (DLP) has been appointed to act as the main point of contact for safeguarding concerns.
- We ensure all staff and volunteers are Garda vetted in line with national requirements.
Reporting Concerns
If you have any safeguarding concerns relating to Donegal Women’s Centre, please contact our Designated Liaison Person:
/******Safeguarding Officer (Designated Liaison Person) Name Contact Email Phone Number*****/
If you believe someone is in immediate danger, please contact An Garda Síochána (999/112) or Tusla – Child and Family Agency without delay.
Review of Policy
This Safeguarding Policy Statement is reviewed annually and updated as required to reflect best practice and legislative changes.
