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GOALPrime Organization Nigeria (GPON) was delighted to host the Regional Safeguarding Director of Save the Children International (SCI) at the GPON Country Office. Accompanying the Director were Timbut Goni, SCI’s Awards Management Coordinator, and Albert Toyin, the In-Country Safeguarding Manager.
Highlighting the Visit's Importance
The visit provided a platform for both organizations to collaborate on strategies for ensuring the effective implementation of child and adult safeguarding commitments during the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) First Emergency Response Partnership in Northwest Nigeria. Additionally, the teams explored opportunities for capacity building to further strengthen GOALPrime’s safeguarding practices.
The GOALPrime-Save the Children Partnership: A Collaborative Approach
This partnership aims to unite their strengths for comprehensive child and adult safeguarding.
Overview of the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) Initiative
The Education Cannot Wait initiative focuses on providing quality education to children in emergencies. Launched in 2016, ECW supports countries experiencing crises by ensuring that children have access to safe and equitable learning environments. By working with various partners, ECW seeks to:
- Provide urgent funding for education
- Bridge gaps in educational access
- Promote resilience in affected communities
Understanding Child and Adult Safeguarding in ECW Programs
Defining Child and Adult Safeguarding Policies
Child safeguarding involves protecting children from harm, while adult safeguarding ensures that vulnerable adults are treated with dignity and respect. Clear policies define acceptable standards of care and outline protocols for reporting concerns.
GOALPrime's Role in Strengthening Safeguarding Mechanisms
GOALPrime's Expertise in Program Implementation and Monitoring
GOALPrime brings extensive experience in managing humanitarian programs. Their focus on implementing effective safeguarding strategies ensures that children and adults are protected in educational settings.
Save the Children's Contribution to Safeguarding Efforts
Save the Children's Experience in Child Protection and Emergency Response
With decades of experience, Save the Children excels in child protection in humanitarian contexts. Their knowledge enhances the overall safeguarding framework in ECW programs.
Call to Action: Strengthening Global Child Protection
By joining forces, we can create safer educational environments for children everywhere. It’s time for global initiatives to prioritize child safeguarding in every educational context. Together, we can protect the most vulnerable and empower future generations.
GPON remains steadfast in its commitment to principled, beneficiary-centered partnerships that uphold the highest standards of safeguarding.
Together, we believe that A Better Humanity is Possible.
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