Protection Comes before Publicity
Version 1.1 | Approved: 25th October 2026 (Resolution 003/2026) | Last Reviewed: 31st October 2026
Email: info@skcctrust.org
1. INTRODUCTION & PURPOSE
SKCCT is committed to creating a safe, loving, and protective environment for all, especially children, youth, vulnerable adults, and beneficiaries across our work.
This policy protects everyone we serve, our staff, volunteers, and the community from harm, abuse, exploitation, and neglect.
Our 8 Pillars of Ministry:
- Evangelism & Discipleship
- Education
- Healthcare
- Feeding & Humanitarian
- Community Development & Empowerment
- Sports Outreach Ministry
- Sustainable Community Development
- Employment & Livelihoods
Safeguarding is integrated into EVERY pillar.
2. SCOPE
This Policy applies to all: Trustees, Pastors, Staff, Volunteers, Interns, Partners, Donors, Contractors, and anyone representing SKCCT in Kenya and beyond.
3. CORE PRINCIPLES
Zero Tolerance: No form of abuse, exploitation, harassment, or neglect is tolerated.
Best Interest: The welfare and dignity of the child/vulnerable person is paramount.
Do No Harm: All programs must not cause harm.
Accountability & Transparency
Confidentiality & Dignity
4. DEFINITIONS OF ABUSE
We protect against: Physical, Sexual, Emotional, Neglect, Exploitation, Child Labour, Spiritual Abuse, Financial Abuse, Discrimination.
5. SAFEGUARDING ACROSS THE 8 PILLARS
Pillar 1: Evangelism & Discipleship
No coercion in conversion; respect for consent and age-appropriate teaching.
Never alone with a child during counseling/prayer. Two-adult rule mandatory.
No spiritual abuse, shaming, or forced deliverance practices on children/vulnerable adults.
Pillar 2: Education
All Teachers/Tutors vetted and Trained.
No corporal punishment. Positive discipline only.
Safe classrooms, child-to-adult ratios observed, no staff alone with learners in closed rooms.
Protection from sexual exploitation in exchange for school fees/sponsorship.
Pillar 3: Healthcare
Informed consent for all treatment. Parental consent for minors.
Same-sex chaperone for intimate examinations.
Confidentiality of medical records (HIV, etc.).
No discrimination in care.
Pillar 4: Feeding & Humanitarian
Food distribution with dignity — no photos that exploit hunger.
No sexual exploitation for aid (SEAH). Aid is never conditional on favors.
Priority for children, elderly, disabled, lactating mothers. Safe queues.
Pillar 5: Community Development & Empowerment
Empowerment programs free from manipulation or dependency.
Protection of women and girls in empowerment groups.
Confidential handling of GBV disclosures.
Pillar 6: Sports Outreach Ministry
Coaches vetted, trained in child protection in sports.
Age-appropriate sports, safe equipment, first aid available.
No abusive coaching language. Changing rooms supervised by same-sex adults, never alone.
Transport policy: Children never transported alone by one adult.
Pillar 7: Sustainable Community Development
Community consent in projects. No land exploitation.
Environmental safeguarding and child labor prohibited in projects (farms, building).
Safety equipment provided.
Pillar 8: Employment & Livelihoods
No child labour. Fair wages.
Safe working conditions, no sexual harassment at work.
Vocational trainees protected, mentorship with boundaries.
6. CODE OF CONDUCT – ALL STAFF/VOLUNTEERS MUST:
DO: Treat all with respect, maintain boundaries, report concerns immediately.
DO NOT: Be alone with a child, have sexual relations with beneficiaries (strictly prohibited), use physical punishment, take/share images of children without consent, use alcohol/drugs during ministry.
Photography & Social Media Policy:
Written consent from parent/guardian for any child photo. No photos showing nudity, distress, or identifiable location of vulnerable children. No personal posting of beneficiary children.
7. RECRUITMENT & TRAINING
All Staff/Volunteers: Reference checks, ID verification, self-declaration of criminal record.
Mandatory Safeguarding Induction Training within 7 days of joining.
Annual refresher training.
8. SAFEGUARDING TEAM
Safeguarding Lead: Fred Muse Cheptei (Chairman)
Email: safeguarding@skcctrust.org
Phone: +254 723 478 737
Deputy Safeguarding Lead: Secretary
Email: secretary@skcctrust.org
Phone: +254 729 775 202
Compliance & Data Protection Officer: Secretary
Email: compliance@skcctrust.org
General Enquiries: info@skcctrust.org
Finance & Donations: treasurer@skcctrust.org
Board: board@skcctrust.org
Address: P.O. Box 36561-00200, Nairobi, Kenya
REPORTING LINE:
- For a safeguarding concern: safeguarding@skcctrust.org (primary), CC compliance@skcctrust.org
- For compliance or data: compliance@skcctrust.org
- For finance or refunds: treasurer@skcctrust.org, CC compliance@skcctrust.org
- General: info@skcctrust.org
If you See, Hear, or Suspect abuse:
DO NOT investigate yourself.
What to report: Who, What, Where, When, with facts only.
All reports will be handled within 24 hours, confidentially, and with survivor-centered approach.
Kenya Reporting: We will comply with Children Act 2022, and report to Children Officer, Police – Child Protection Desk 1195, or GBV Hotline 1195.
9. RESPONSE PROCEDURE
Report received → Logged confidentially
Immediate safety action for victim
Safeguarding Lead + Trustees Assess Risk
Referral to professional services / authorities if needed
Internal disciplinary action if staff involved (Suspension Pending Investigation)
Support and follow-up for survivor
Learning review
10. ACCOUNTABILITY
Trustees review policy annually.
Any violation leads to disciplinary action, up to dismissal and legal reporting.
Signed: Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer
Date: 25th October 2026
Child & Vulnerable Person Safeguarding applies to:
Evangelism Events (Pillar1), Schools (Pillar2), Health Activities (Pillar3), Feeding Programmes (Pillar4), Community Meetings (Pillar5), Sports Events (Pillar6), Construction Sites (Pillar7), Skills Training (Pillar8), Income Sustained
Commitment:
Recruitment screening, staff conduct code, child protection, vulnerable-person protection, photography consent per Pillar, reporting concerns, escalation, referral, confidentiality.
Report Confidential:
safeguarding@skcctrust.org | +254 723 478 737 | Anonymous allowed. Acknowledge 24hrs. Assessed by Safeguarding Lead. Referred to authorities where required by Kenyan law.
Safeguarding & Consent:
People never surrender dignity to receive help under any Pillar. Consent before publishing identifiable photos/stories – particular care: Children, Survivors, Vulnerable, Beneficiaries, Counselling seekers.
Complaints & Feedback:
safeguarding@skcctrust.org | +254 712 552 300 | Process: Receive → Acknowledge 2 days → Assess → Investigate → Respond 14 days → Correct → Learn
Approved by Board: 25th October 2026 (Resolution 003/2026)
Last Reviewed: 31st October 2026
Next Review: 31st October 2027
Contact: compliance@skcctrust.org
Address: P.O. Box 36561-00200, Nairobi
Signed: Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer (Names at Registered Office)