Safeguarding Policy (Public Summary)
Last updated: 01 March 2026
Emergency: DNA is not an emergency service. If there is immediate danger or risk to life, call 999.
Safeguarding is central to DNA. We take a risk-aware, trauma-informed approach and treat non-attendance as a potential indicator of unmet need, barriers, or welfare concerns.
1. Our safeguarding commitment
- We prioritise safety, dignity, respect, and confidentiality.
- We follow clear thresholds and escalation routes for adults and children.
- We keep appropriate records and maintain an audit trail.
2. What we do (and don’t do)
We do: safeguarding-led engagement support, barrier-focused problem solving, and appropriate escalation where concerns are identified.
We don’t: provide clinical diagnosis/treatment, crisis response, or emergency intervention.
3. Raising a concern
If you are worried about a child or adult at risk:
- If someone is in immediate danger: call 999.
- Otherwise contact us: DidnotattendFounder@outlook.com
- We may share information with statutory services where necessary and lawful to protect someone from harm.
4. Safer working and boundaries
- We operate with professional boundaries and role clarity.
- Staff/volunteers are supported through supervision and clear escalation routes.
5. Review
This public summary is reviewed regularly alongside our internal safeguarding procedures.