Safeguarding Code of Conduct

Purpose

This Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected of everyone working for, representing, or engaging with The Blues and Royals Association. It supports our commitment to safeguarding adults, promoting respect, and maintaining a safe and inclusive digital community.

Scope

This Code applies to:

• Trustees, contractors, consultants, and anyone acting on behalf of The Blues and Royals Association

• Partner organisations

• Group organisers and facilitators of activities

Expected Standards of Behaviour

All individuals covered by this Code must:

• Treat others with dignity, respect, and fairness at all times

• Act in a way that upholds trust, integrity, and professionalism

• Be mindful of power imbalances and avoid behaviour that could be perceived as intimidating, coercive, or inappropriate

• Communicate respectfully in all online and offline interactions

Professional Boundaries

Those representing The Blues and Royals Association must:

• Maintain appropriate boundaries in digital and community interactions

• Avoid forming inappropriate or exclusive relationships with platform users or beneficiaries

• Not use their role to seek personal, financial, or emotional gain

• Avoid private communications that could place themselves or others at risk

Online Conduct

When using the The Blues and Royals Association digital platform (the Military App) or related digital spaces, individuals must:

• Use the platform responsibly and in line with its terms of use

• Not engage in harassment, bullying, discrimination, or harmful behaviour

• Not share offensive, abusive, or inappropriate content

• Respect confidentiality and privacy at all times

Safeguarding Responsibilities

Everyone has a responsibility to be alert to safeguarding concerns and to report them promptly in line with The Blues and Royals Association’s Safeguarding Adults Policy

• Safeguarding concerns must not be ignored, minimised, or investigated independently

• Allegations or concerns will be handled confidentially and appropriately

Compliance and Breaches

Failure to follow this Code may result in action, including restriction or removal of access to the Military App, Association activities, termination of contracts, or referral to relevant authorities where appropriate

Breaches of this Code may also be treated as safeguarding concerns.

Review

This Code of Conduct is reviewed periodically and updated as required to reflect best practice and changes in guidance or legislation.

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