Code of Conduct
CHILD PROTECTION TOOLKIT works based on a value-centered and people-centered approach.
All persons representing CPT are expected to:
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Protect HUMAN DIGNITY by honoring RIGHTS and working for JUSTICE
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RESPECT all people regardless of differences.
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Be INCLUSIVE – not discriminating based on sex, age, creed, religion, race, political affiliation, economic status, or sexual-orientation.
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Demonstrate HONESTY in our words and action and TRANSPARENCY of our finances and intentions so that we inspire TRUST and cooperation
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Work to create SAFE ENVIRONMENTS/SPACES for all people, especially children and the most vulnerable of society.
CHILD PROTECTION TOOLKIT staff and representatives will:
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Encourage PARTICIPATION and value LISTENING and CONTRIBUTION in all settings so that each person feels valued and that we are truly collaborating and working together as equal partners
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Be GOOD STEWARDS of our environment, resources, finances, and time
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Create a LEARNING ENVIRONMENT which allows for mistakes and failures as part of the process of learning and which focuses on ENCOURAGEMENT and POSITIVE reinforcement to stimulate learning, change, and progress.
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Express GRATITUDE so that we focus on appreciating people, intentions, and the positive contributions and opportunities available
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Maintain OPEN COMMUNICATIONS so that we fix problems, address issues, and clarify actions to help create understanding.
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Initiate HOSPITALITY to make everyone comfortable and encouraged to participate
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Be HOLISTIC so that we recognize individuals physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs and support each to find a healthy balance
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Show EMPATHY to understand and be in SOLIDARITY with those whom we work
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Reject violence in all its forms within our society and self and look for PEACEful, NON-VIOLENT solutions for change.