• Dignity and Respect: Safeguarding practices must honor the inherent worth of youth and vulnerable people, ensuring their voices are heard and their choices respected.
• Do No Harm: All program activities and interactions must prioritize the safety and well-being of individuals, ensuring no one is exposed to additional risk or harm. Child and Survivor-Centered Approach: The safety, dignity, rights, and wishes of children and survivors of harm are paramount in all decisions and actions. Non
• Discrimination and Inclusivity: Safeguarding measures are applied equally to all individuals, irrespective of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, or any other characteristic. Specific attention is given to vulnerable groups.
• Confidentiality: All safeguarding concerns and related information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting the privacy of those involved.
• Accountability: All individuals associated with MaYEA are accountable for upholding safeguarding standards and for reporting concerns. The program is committed to transparent and fair processes.
• Prevention: Prevention is at the heart of safeguarding. MaYEA program must proactively identify and address risks to minimize the likelihood of abuse or exploitation. This includes implementing robust policies, conducting regular risk assessments, and providing training to staff and volunteers.
• Partnership and Collaboration: Effective safeguarding requires collaboration among organizations, communities, and stakeholders. Working together ensures a coordinated approach to identifying risks, sharing resources, and addressing concerns.

2. Migbey K.
phone: +251 914484160;
email:migbey.k@thewellinaction.org;
Shire Field Office