Kaashif Development Initiatives
Safeguarding and PSEAH

Zero tolerance for exploitation, abuse and harassment

Everyone who comes into contact with KDI — community members, children, staff, volunteers and partners — has the right to be safe and treated with dignity.

Our commitment

KDI applies safeguarding, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH), protection and code-of-conduct requirements across all of its work, with designated responsibilities, reporting and referral mechanisms for concerns and incidents.

Assistance provided by KDI is always free. No staff member, volunteer or partner may ask for money, favours, sex or anything else in exchange for assistance or services.

  • PSEAH policy with zero-tolerance measures and accountability structures
  • Child Safeguarding Policy protecting children from abuse, exploitation and neglect
  • Code of Conduct & Ethics binding on staff, volunteers and partners
  • Whistleblower Policy protecting those who report from retaliation
  • Anti-Fraud Policy covering financial and operational misconduct
  • Safeguarding and code-of-conduct requirements integrated into recruitment and staff management

What you can report

  • Sexual exploitation, abuse or harassment
  • Abuse, exploitation or neglect of a child
  • Requests for payment or favours in exchange for assistance
  • Fraud, theft, diversion of aid or corruption
  • Any breach of KDI’s Code of Conduct
  • Complaints or feedback about our programmes
Report a concern

How to raise a concern safely

You can report a concern in Somali or English. You do not need proof — if you are worried, tell us. Reports can be made anonymously, and all reports are handled confidentially.

In person

Speak to any KDI staff member, community feedback focal point, or visit our offices in Mogadishu or Jowhar.

If someone is in immediate danger

Please contact local emergency services or the nearest health facility first, then inform KDI as soon as it is safe to do so.

What happens after you report

  1. ReceivedYour report is recorded confidentially and shared only with those who need to know.
  2. Survivor firstWe prioritise the safety and wellbeing of the affected person, with referral to support services where needed.
  3. ActionConcerns are followed up through established safeguarding procedures, including investigation where appropriate.
  4. FeedbackWhere possible and safe, we let you know the outcome and any changes made as a result.