Last updated: March 2026
AgriRobust operates with zero tolerance for abuse, exploitation, harassment, or discrimination. This policy applies to all staff, consultants, partners, and anyone acting on behalf of AgriRobust.
Our Commitment
- Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH)
- Zero tolerance for child abuse or exploitation
- Protection of vulnerable adults
- Safe, respectful working and program environments
- Prompt, confidential reporting and investigation of concerns
- Accountability for all staff and partners
Code of Conduct
All AgriRobust representatives must:
- Treat all people with dignity, respect, and equality
- Never engage in sexual activity with program participants
- Never request sexual favors or engage in exploitative behavior
- Never engage in physical, verbal, or psychological abuse
- Never discriminate based on gender, age, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other status
- Report safeguarding concerns immediately
- Respect confidentiality and survivor-centered approaches
Reporting Mechanisms
Anyone can report a safeguarding concern through multiple channels:
Anonymous Hotline
Phone reports accepted in local languages (line details provided to program participants and staff)
In-Person
Trained safeguarding focal points in every program location
Investigation & Response
- All reports taken seriously and investigated promptly
- Survivor-centered, trauma-informed approach
- Confidentiality maintained (information shared only on need-to-know basis)
- Immediate protective measures when risk is identified
- Disciplinary action up to and including termination and legal referral
- Support services provided to survivors
Partner Standards
All implementing partners must:
- Have safeguarding policies aligned with international standards
- Conduct background checks on staff with participant contact
- Provide safeguarding training to all staff
- Report incidents to AgriRobust within 24 hours
- Cooperate fully with investigations
Training & Awareness
- Mandatory safeguarding training for all staff and partners
- Context-specific awareness sessions for program participants
- Regular refresher training and policy updates
- Clear grievance mechanisms communicated at program entry
Questions or Concerns
For safeguarding policy questions or to report a concern, email info@agrirobust.org.
