Our Policies

Safeguarding Policy for ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C

Last review date

22/08/2025

Last Reviewed by

Esther Enaw

Next Review Date

22/08/2026

Introduction

This policy aims to raise awareness of children and vulnerable adults at risk and the importance of working together to safeguard their quality of life. At ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C we have a duty as an organisation to make appropriate arrangements to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Our team understands that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, and all staff who, during the course of their employment or voluntary work, have direct or indirect contact with children and vulnerable adults or have any access to information about them, have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

This is a joint policy as there are similarities in many of the actions needed to safeguard children and young people and to safeguard vulnerable adults. However, ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C recognises that there is also some distinct difference between these groups and these are reflected in this document.

Policy Application

This policy applies to all members of staff at ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C and all those organisations whom have a working relationship with us, including our Volunteers.

Policy Objective

Our main policy objective is to ensure that all staff have an applied understanding of what safeguarding means, knows that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, knows the signs and symptoms of potential harm, how to access safeguarding information, advice and guidance, and is committed to making an informed contribution to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.

For this policy to be effective, we will promote safeguarding as the moral norm so that it becomes everybody's business. By everybody’s business we mean that all staff and directors at ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C understand their safeguarding responsibilities and their active role in working together to safeguard children and vulnerable adults from harm.

Safeguarding Children and Young People

Definition

A child is anyone who has not yet reached their 18th birthday. ‘Children’, therefore, means ‘children and young people’ throughout. The fact that a child has reached 16 years of age, is living independently or is in further education, is a member of the armed forces, is in hospital or in custody in the secure estate for children and young people, does not change his or her status or entitlement to services or protection under the Children Act 1989.

What do we want to achieve?

ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C understand that we need to ensure that any children having any contact with us achieve the five outcomes for Children that are identified in the Children Act 2004, which are:

• Be Healthy – physical and mental health and emotional well-being
• Stay Safe – prevention and protection from harm and neglect
• Enjoy and Achieve – education, training and recreation
• Make a positive contribution to society
• Achieve economic and social well-being

What does this mean?

“Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children” means:

• Protecting children from maltreatment
• Preventing impairment of their health or development
• Ensuring that they grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care
• Enabling them to have optimum life chances and to enter adulthood successfully

Legislative background

ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C recognises that, under the Children Act 2004, it has a duty to make arrangements to ensure all its functions are discharged having regard to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children – this includes all services directly provided and those delivered alongside partner organisations.

Safeguarding Children and Young People Principles

The following principles will underpin all our work with children and young people. Our approach will be:

• Child centred – seeing and listening to children and young people
• Support the achievement of best possible outcomes for children
• Holistic in approach – seeing the whole of the child and not just aspects of their lives
• Understand diversity, the impact of discrimination and how to ensure equality of opportunity
• Respect for the views of parents/carers and involve them in assessment and care planning
• Identify and build on strengths and protective factors, as well as identifying and addressing difficulties and risks
• Work collaboratively between agencies, sharing information as appropriate
• Monitor and review the impact of intervention on a child’s welfare and overall developmental progress
• Achieve good standards in safeguarding practice consistently and be informed by evidence

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

Definition
A vulnerable adult is a person who is or may be in need of community care services by reason of mental or other disability, age or illness, and who is or may be unable to take care of him or herself, or unable to protect him or herself against significant harm or exploitation.

What do we want to achieve?

ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C works to the following principles:

• Everyone has the right to live his or her life free from violence, fear and abuse
• Everyone has the right to be protected from harm and exploitation
• Everyone has the right to independence, which carries with it a degree of risk
• ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C will ensure that all staff across the whole organisation know or can easily find out what they need to do if they have a concern about the abuse of vulnerable adults.

What does this mean?

Staff will be able to recognise abuse. The main forms of abuse are divided into the following categories:

• Physical abuse – including hitting, slapping, pushing, kicking, misuse of medication, restraint and inappropriate sanctions.
• Sexual abuse – including rape, sexual assault, sexual acts to which a person has not consented, could not consent or was pressurised into consenting.
• Psychological abuse – including emotional abuse, threats of harm or abandonment, deprivation of contact, humiliation, blaming, controlling, intimidation, coercion, harassment, verbal abuse, isolation, withdrawal from services or supportive networks.
• Financial or material abuse – including theft, fraud, exploitation, pressure in connection with wills, property or inheritance or financial transactions, or the misuse or misappropriation of property, possessions or benefits.
• Neglect and acts of omission – including ignoring medical or physical care needs, failure to provide access to appropriate health, social care or educational services, the withholding of the necessities of life such as medication, adequate nutrition, and heating.
• Discriminatory abuse – including racist, sexist, that based on a person’s disability and other forms of harassment, slurs or similar treatment
• Institutional abuse, neglect and poor professional practice - This may take the form of isolated incidents of poor or unsatisfactory professional practice at one end of the spectrum, through to pervasive ill treatment or gross misconduct at the other.

Staff will respond appropriately when they see or are concerned about abuse. This means that staff will report and record their concerns about abuse. Staff will have guidance to support them and will also be able to get advice from colleagues about how to do this.

Legislative background

In 2000 the Department of Health and the Home Office published the document ‘No Secrets: guidance on developing and implementing multi-agency policy and procedures to protect vulnerable adults from abuse’. In 2005, the document ‘Safeguarding Adults’ was published by the Association of Directors of Social Services to give a national framework of standards for good practice and outcomes in adult protection work. The publication’s aim has been to serve as a toolkit for organisations providing health and care services for adults to develop evidence based good practice framework to ensure the safety of vulnerable adults.

The No Secrets Review published in 2009 identified four key messages from consultation with stakeholders:

Safeguarding requires empowerment/the ‘victim’s’ voice needs to be heard

• Empowerment is everybody’s business, but safeguarding decisions are not
• Safeguarding Adults is not like Child Protection
• The participation/representation of people who lack capacity is also important

The Care Act 2014 came into force on 1st April 2015 and became implemented into our policy and procedures.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Principles

The following principles will underpin all of our work with vulnerable adults:

• Everyone has the right to live his or her life free from violence, fear and abuse
• Everyone has the right to be protected from harm and exploitation
• Everyone has the right to independence, which carries with it a degree of risk

Equality and Diversity

This policy should be read with ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C’s Equal Opportunity Policy. Equality is based on the idea of fairness, whilst recognising that everyone is different and diversity is about the ways in which people differ and about recognising that differences are a natural part of society.

ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C expects that all staff and volunteers who come into contact with children, young people and vulnerable adults treat them as individuals and make them feel respected and valued.

Prevent Duty Statement

ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people we engage with. We recognise that safeguarding against radicalisation and extremism is no different from safeguarding against any other vulnerability. All our staff, young people and services are expected to uphold and promote the fundamental principles of human rights and British values, including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect, and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs.

This statement reinforces our expectation that staff are fully engaged in being vigilant about radicalisation and extremism; that they overcome any professional disbelief that such issues will happen here and ensure that they work alongside each other, professional bodies and external agencies to ensure that our learners are safe from harm.

Responsibilities for Safeguarding

Designated Officer
The Designated Officer has operational responsibility for receiving concerns about the safety and welfare of children and young people. They will make decisions about what action needs to be taken and liaise with other agencies involved in safeguarding children, especially children's social care.
Our Designated Officer also has a responsibility to ensure Child Protection and Vulnerable Adult policies and procedures are reviewed and kept up to date and that all relevant staff access appropriate levels of child protection and vulnerable adult training.

Our Designated Officer is: ESTHER ENAW

ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C will ensure that all staff and volunteers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and that they are informed about and take full responsibility for their actions at all levels.

This means:

• Ensuring the highest standards of safe recruitment, supervision and management oversight of ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C staff, particularly but not exclusively those who might eventually be working directly with children and young people;
• Ensuring that children, young people and vulnerable adults are seen and listened to and that their views are taken fully into account when making decisions
• Taking appropriate action regarding any concerns expressed about their welfare, commensurate with their rights to privacy and wherever possible on the basis of informed consent
• All members of staff and volunteers who are employed by or on behalf of ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C and who have contact with children, young people, vulnerable adults and their families or carers, will have a clear understanding of ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C’s responsibilities for safeguarding
• A statement of ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C’s responsibilities towards children, young people and vulnerable adults will be available to all staff.
• Regularly refreshing our policies and procedures about safeguarding in light of lessons from research and serious case reviews and maintaining an action plan for continuous improvement.

Safe Employment & Recruitment

Robust procedures are in place to ensure that all staff who have access to children, young people and vulnerable adults or access to sensitive information about children, young people and vulnerable adults are employed safely.

This means:

• There is a culture throughout ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C that enables safeguarding issues to be addressed.
• Recruitment and vetting procedures prevent unsuitable people from having contact with children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C recognises that anyone may have the potential to abuse young people in some way.
• All reasonable steps are taken to ensure suitable people are recruited.

Interview and induction

• Two confidential references will be required, of which one should be regarding previous work with young people (for posts in which there will be direct contact with children and young people)

• Evidence of identity (passport or driving licence with photo) will be required

• All staff will be required to undergo an interview carried out to acceptable

protocol and recommendations

Training

Staff/volunteers will receive training to:

• Analyse their own practice against established good practice and to ensure their practice is likely to protect them against false allegations
• Recognise their responsibilities and report any concerns about suspected poor practice or possible abuse
• Respond to concerns expressed by a child, young person or vulnerable adult
• Work safely and effectively with child, young person or vulnerable adult
• Understand their right to confidentiality if they have concerns about another member of staff/volunteer

Disclosure Procedure

It is possible that a child, young person or vulnerable adult who is suffering, or has suffered, abuse will disclose to a ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C member of staff/volunteer. This is something that everyone should be prepared for and must handle carefully.

The following action should be taken:

• Remain calm and in control, but don’t delay acting.
• Listen carefully to what is said. Allow the person to tell the story at their own pace and ask questions only for clarification. Don’t ask questions that suggest a particular answer.
• Don’t promise to ‘keep it a secret’. The first opportunity should be taken to say that this information will have to be shared with others. It should be made clear that only people who need to know will be told and they should be able to help.
• The child, young person or vulnerable adult should be reassured that they ‘did the right thing’ in telling someone.
• The child, young person or vulnerable adult should be told what is going to happen next, i.e. that you are going to contact ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C Designated Officer.
• Notify ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C ’s Designated Officer. It is that person’s responsibility to provide you with support and guidance and to steer you through the referral process. If Martina is unavailable, do not hesitate to contact the relevant Agency:

If concerned about a well-being of a child, contact First Response Team on 01202 123334.

When First Response Team offices are closed (out-of-hours) call the Emergency Duty Team on For Children and Young People:

Call 01202 738 256: if a child or young person is at serious risk of harm and the situation cannot wait until the next working day.

For Adults:

Call 0300 123 9895: for emergency assistance with adult social care needs when the offices are closed.

If the child is at immediate risk call the Police on 999.

Keeping BCP Safe Partnership: https://www.saferbcp.co.uk/

The Keeping BCP Safe Partnership is likely referring to the Pan-Dorset Safeguarding Children Partnership (PDSCP), which provides policies and guidance for safeguarding children across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole (BCP) and Dorset..

Amongst its

functions is the provision of multi-agency child protection procedures and guidance, as well as access to reporting forms and resources to assess reporting Threshold.

• If any allegation is related to the conduct of a ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C Designated Officer, notification must be made to the ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C Director.
• If it involves the ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C Director, notification must be made to the relevant Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO).
• As soon as possible, complete the Multi-Agency Referral Form (ask designated officer for form). This should then be sent confidentially to the ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C Designated Officer that you initially reported to. If a direct referral is to be made the ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C Designated Officer will advise you.
• If the child, young person or vulnerable adult is still involved with working with us, they would continue to be supported by ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C (or appropriate member of staff if allegation is related to someone they have previously worked with) and additional advice would be sought from the appropriate local child safeguarding board.
• You should follow up any referral with a copy of the notes that you have made following your conversation with the child, young person or vulnerable adult, using the child, young person or vulnerable adults own words These can then be passed on to the appropriate organisations.

Exceptional Circumstances

Where you are working unsociable hours you may need to contact Social Services or the Police direct, depending on the level of perceived risk. They will then decide on the action that will be required. Should this circumstance arise, you should contact the Designated Person at the first opportunity to report the actions that have been taken. Incidents when disclosed may have a disturbing effect on you and you should ensure that where appropriate you seek support from colleagues and your line manager. Professional supervision will be sought if requested.

Allegations against staff

In the event of an accusation of abuse being made against any member of ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C staff or volunteer, the individual accused will be automatically suspended pending further investigations. The temporary suspension of a member of staff in no way implies guilt or innocence. It is a measure intended to protect and reassure both staff and child, young person or vulnerable adult. ARTS FOR SURVIVAL C.I.C ’s directors will assess all cases based upon an internal investigation.

The member of staff or volunteer against whom an accusation of abuse has been made will be summoned to a Disciplinary meeting as early as possible. They are entitled to be accompanied to this meeting. Minutes will be taken of the meeting.

The task of the managerial board is to decide whether or not the accused member of staff/volunteer should be allowed to continue to work with children, young person or vulnerable adults. At all times the welfare of child, young person or vulnerable adult should be of paramount importance.

In all cases where the accusation of abuse is found to be true, the directors will normally terminate the employment, contract or agreement with the individual. Lesser measures may be taken at the discretion of the managerial board. This is an internal procedure and will be in addition to any external legal procedure necessitated by the relevant authorities.

Arts for Survival Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy

1.Introduction

1.1 Arts for Survival Community Interest Company (AFSC) recognises the vital importance of creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all our stakeholders, including artists, staff, volunteers, and the communities we serve. Diversity enriches our work and strengthens our impact.

1.2 We acknowledge that systemic and societal barriers can create disadvantages for individuals and groups based on their protected characteristics. We are committed to identifying and dismantling these barriers within our organisation.

2. Policy Aim

2.1 Arts for Survival Community Interest Company (AFSC) aims to foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and has equal opportunities to participate and thrive, regardless of:

· Age

· Disability

· Gender reassignment

· Marriage and civil partnership

· Pregnancy and maternity

· Race (including ethnicity, nationality, and national origin)

· Religion or belief

· Sex

· Sexual orientation

2.2 We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and where all employees feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

2.3 We are committed to providing accessible and inclusive arts programs and services that meet the diverse needs of our participants.

3. Legislative Framework

3.1 This policy aligns with relevant legislation, including the Equality Act 2010, which prohibits discrimination and promotes equality of opportunity.

3.2 We are committed to fulfilling our duties under the Equality Act 2010, which include:

Eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.

Advancing equality of opportunity between people from different protected characteristic groups.

Fostering good relations between people from different protected characteristic groups.

4. How We Will Meet Our EDI Commitments

4.1 General:

• Inclusive Culture: We will cultivate a culture of respect, inclusion, and open communication where all voices are valued.
• Accessibility: We will ensure that our programs, services, and facilities are accessible to people with disabilities.
• Challenge Discrimination: We will actively challenge and address any instances of discrimination, harassment, or bullying.
• Data Collection: We will collect and analyse data on the diversity of our workforce and participants to identify areas for improvement.

Equality Impact Assessments: We will conduct Equality Impact Assessments to assess the potential impact of our policies and decisions on different groups.


4.2 Workplace:

• Recruitment & Selection: We will implement fair and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunities for all candidates and volunteers.
• Training & Development: We will provide training to all staff on EDI issues, including unconscious bias, cultural sensitivity, and creating an inclusive workplace.
• Employee Support: We will provide support and resources to employees who experience discrimination or harassment.
• Employee Networks: We will encourage and support employee networks to foster a sense of belonging and address specific EDI concerns.

4.3 Programs & Services:

• Inclusive Programming: We will ensure that our programs and services are inclusive and accessible to people from all backgrounds.
• Community Engagement: We will actively engage with diverse communities and seek feedback to improve our services.

Partnerships: We will collaborate with other organisations to promote EDI and expand access to the arts.

5. Complaints Procedure

• AFSC is committed to ensuring effective and transparent procedures for the fair and prompt handling of complaints. This applies to any complaint raised by, or on behalf of, grant recipients, donors, partners, and other persons who have had direct contact with AFSC.
• 5.1 Making a Complaint
• Complaints can be made in writing (by letter or email) or orally (over the phone or in a meeting).
• You are encouraged to raise your complaint informally with the staff member concerned in the first instance.
• Alternatively, a complaint can be made in writing to the AFSC Directors.
• All complaints will be reported to the AFSC Director, and all related correspondence and actions will be recorded securely and confidentially.
• Details of complaints will also be shared with the Board of Directors.
• [email protected]

5.2 Responding to Your Complaint

• AFSC aims to resolve complaints within eight weeks of receipt.
• Informal Resolution: Complaints may be resolved informally within five business days. A written or oral response will be provided within seven business days.
• Formal Investigation: If an informal resolution is not possible, a formal acknowledgement of the complaint will be sent in writing within seven business days. An investigation will then take place. If the investigation takes longer than two weeks, you will be informed in writing.
• Final Response: A final response letter will be issued in writing within eight weeks of the complaint's receipt. This letter will detail the complaint, the investigation, the decision (whether the complaint is upheld or not), and any action to be taken.
• 5.3 Complaints about the Directors
• If the complaint involves the AFSC Director or if you are dissatisfied with the final response from one of the Directors, you can contact the AFSC Chair of Directors.
• The Chair will acknowledge receipt of the complaint within ten working days and will carry out an investigation.
• The Chair will send a final response within eight weeks of receiving the complaint.

5.4 External Bodies

• In addition to the internal procedure, complaints can also be made to the Companies House and other relevant regulatory bodies.

6. Monitoring & Review

This policy will be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure its effectiveness and alignment with best practices. The policy will be reviewed every three years.

Scope

This policy applies to all staff, volunteers, and contractors working for Arts for Survival, regardless of their role or location. It also applies to complaints from grant recipients, donors, partners, and any other persons who have had direct contact with AFSC.

This policy applies to all staff, volunteers, and contractors working for Arts for Survival, regardless of their role or location.

Version Control - Approval and Review

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At Arts for Survival CIC, we are committed to operating in a transparent and ethical manner. We have established a comprehensive set of policies and procedures to guide our operations and ensure accountability. FULL VERSIONS OF POLICY CAN BE PROVIDED VIA PDF FILES.

These policies cover a wide range of areas, including:

• Governance and Leadership: Our policies outline the roles and responsibilities of our board of trustees, management team, members and volunteers.
• Generic Policy and Process for Projects This document provides a generic framework for all Arts For Survival projects, ensuring consistency in governance, delivery, and evaluation across different initiatives.
• Financial Management: We have robust financial policies in place to ensure the effective management of our resources.
• Fundraising and Grants: Our fundraising policies ensure that we adhere to ethical standards and comply with all relevant regulations.
• Data Protection and Privacy: We take data privacy seriously and have policies in place to protect the personal information of our members, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Health and Safety: We prioritise the health and safety of our members, volunteers, and visitors. Our policies ensure that we maintain a safe working environment.

Privacy Statement Policy

Arts for Survival is sturdily committed to protecting personal data. In our privacy statement we have the description of why and how we collect and use personal data and it also provides information about individuals’ rights.

Also, this Privacy Policy sets out the data processing practices carried out by the Internet

and any other electronic communications networks by Arts for Survival Community Interest Company.

It applies to personal data provided to us, both by individuals themselves or by others.

We may use personal data provided to us for any of the purposes described in this privacy statement or as otherwise stated at the point of collection.

Arts for Survival (and “we”, “us”, or “our”) the Community Interest Company by guarantee

registered in England under registration no. 10690506 and with its registration address at 24 Chalbury Close Poole BH17 8BS that:

If you have any requests concerning your personal information or any queries about these practices, please contact our administrative team via [email protected].

Please note that all data thus captured will be used and held in accordance with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998 which is now replaced by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into effect on May 25, 2018.

What is personal data?

Personal data is any information relating to an identified or identifiable living person. When

“you” or “your” are used in this statement, we are referring to the relevant individual who is

the subject of the personal data. Arts for Survival processes personal data for numerous

purposes, and the means of collection, lawful basis of processing, use, disclosure, and

retention periods for each purpose may differ.

When collecting and using personal data, our policy is to be transparent about why and how

we process personal data.

Information collected

We collect information from award nominations, tickets purchase through our website or ticketing

websites, membership, visitors to Arts for Survival ’s websites where online forms are provided.

We collect your details when you email us with an enquiry.

We also collect information about the transactions you undertake through this site and linked

fundraising sites used by Arts for Survival (including Go funding, Eventbrite).

Use of personal information

We process personal information collected via this website for the purposes of:

• Improving contact details with event attendance, donors and supporters

• Providing information about products and services

• Personal details of volunteers through recruitment process

• Administering, managing and developing our businesses and services

• Providing and personalising our services

• Dealing with your enquiries and requests

• Administering orders and accounts relating to our suppliers or customers

• Administering membership records

• Fundraising

• Providing reservation or booking services

Data Capture Information

We will send you information according to the preferences you submitted via our online contact

form, nomination form, ticket purchase form [does these need to be altered? -

http://artsforsurvival.co.uk/index.php/nomination/]. If you would like to change these preferences

at any point, please email us at [email protected], or call us on

07960725517. Alternatively, you can also write to us at Data protection lead, Arts for Survival CIC,

24 Chalbury Close, Poole, BH17 8BS.

Making a Complaint

We take our promise to you very seriously and pride ourselves on working with you openly, honestly

and respectfully. We hope that you won’t ever need to, but if you do want to complain about our

use of personal data, please send an email with the details of your complaint to Data protection lead

, [email protected] We will look into and respond to any complaints wreceive.

It is within your rights to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (“ICO”) is the UK data protection regulator/supervisory authority. For further information on your rights and how to complain to the ICO, please refer to the ICO website. https://ico.org.uk/your-datamatters/raising-concerns/

Donors

We promise not to contact people unless they have expressed an interest in our work, for example by donating. We will act quickly on any requests to end contact or get in touch less frequently or in a different way. If you are registered on the Telephone Preference Service, we will only call you with your explicit permission. We will never sell your data.

Marketing

Please be inform that your information may be used to send you details of those

nominations, events, products or services from the Arts for survival (including Arts for

survival projects) that we offer that we have identified as likely to be of interest to you. This

will be in accordance with the preferences that you indicated when you completed your

consent to be contacted in response to our email and mail process for existing and new

supporters and via online forms, including Go funding.

If at any point you would like to opt-out of receiving communications from us, or would like

to change the channels (such as email or post) that we use to contact you, please contact in

writing via emailing the data protection lead at [email protected]

or by writing to Data protection lead, Arts for Survival C.I.C, 24 Chalbury Close, POOLE, BH17

8BS .

How do we keep your information secure?

All your personal information is held securely in accordance with the Data Protection Act,

1998. (this will change)

If you contact us electronically, by email or from our website, we cannot guarantee your

information remains private whilst it is in transit across the internet.

Disclosures

We will not share your data with third parties unless we are obliged to disclose personal

data by law, or the disclosure is ‘necessary’ for purposes of national security, taxation,

safeguarding and criminal investigation, or we have your consent.

Other websites

Our website may contain links to other websites that are outside our control and are not

covered by this Privacy Policy. If you access other sites using the links provided, the

operators of these sites may collect information from you that will be used by them in

accordance with their privacy policy, which may differ from ours.

Subject access requests

You have the right to see what personal data we hold about you. To obtain a copy of the

personal information we hold about you, please write to us at

[email protected] or by writing to Data protection lead, Arts for

Survival C.I.C, 24 Chalbury Close, POOLE, BH17 8BS .Please note that we reserve the right to

charge a fee of up to £10 for any such request.

Use of cookies

Our websites generally do not use cookies. At current The Arts for Survival site has no

cookie to collect Google Analytics data.

Amendments

Please note that this privacy policy is subject to change from time to time.

OUR STRATEGIES

• Fundraising Strategy Statement

Arts for Survival C.I.C Fundraising Strategy Statement

Vision: To ensure the long-term sustainability of Arts for Survival C.I.C and maximise our impact on the lives of participants.

Mission: To develop and implement a diverse and sustainable fundraising strategy that secures the financial resources necessary to deliver high-quality arts programs and achieve our organisational goals.

Core Principles:

• Transparency and Accountability: All fundraising activities will be conducted with transparency and accountability to donors, participants, and the wider community.
• Donor-Centric Approach: We will cultivate meaningful relationships with donors, understanding and respecting their motivations and philanthropic interests.
• Ethical Fundraising: We will adhere to the highest ethical standards in all fundraising activities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
• Innovation and Creativity: We will explore innovative and creative fundraising approaches to maximise our reach and diversify our revenue streams.
• Sustainability: We will strive to build a sustainable fundraising model that ensures long-term financial stability for the organisation.

Key Objectives:

• Diversify Revenue Streams:Increase individual giving through various channels (e.g., online donations, direct mail, events).

Secure grant funding from trusts, foundations, and government agencies.

Explore corporate partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.

Generate income through social enterprises (e.g., workshops, merchandise sales).

• Build Strong Donor Relationships: Cultivate and steward relationships with existing donors.

Identify and engage new donor prospects.

Communicate effectively with donors about the impact of their support.

Recognise and acknowledge donor contributions.

• Enhance Fundraising Capacity:Develop and implement a robust fundraising plan with clear targets and timelines.

Invest in fundraising training and development for staff and volunteers.

Utilise technology effectively to streamline fundraising processes.

• Promote Brand Awareness:Increase public awareness of Arts for Survival C.I.C and its mission.
• Leverage social media and other digital platforms to engage with potential donors.

Collaborate with local media and community partners to promote fundraising initiatives.

Success Metrics:

• Increase in total revenue year-over-year.
• Growth in the number of individual donors.
• Successful grant applications and funding secured.
• High donor satisfaction and retention rates.
• Positive public perception of Arts for Survival C.I.C Marketing Strategy Statement

Marketing Strategy Statement

Vision: To enhance the visibility and reach of Arts for Survival C.I.C, fostering a strong brand image and attracting a diverse audience to our programs.

Mission: To develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy that effectively communicates the value and impact of our arts programs, engages target audiences, and drives sustainable growth for the organisation.

Core Principles:

• Authenticity and Transparency: Communicate honestly and authentically about our mission, values, and impact.
• Audience Focus: Understand and address the needs and interests of our target audiences.
• Creative and Engaging Communication: Utilise innovative and engaging marketing channels to deliver compelling messages.
• Data-Driven Approach: Track and analyse marketing performance to measure effectiveness and make data-informed decisions.
• Collaboration and Partnerships: Leverage partnerships with other organisations to expand reach and amplify our message.

Key Objectives:

• Increase Brand Awareness:Enhance public recognition and understanding of Arts for Survival C.I.C and its mission.

Build a strong online presence through social media, website, and other digital channels.

Leverage local media and community partnerships to raise awareness.

• Attract New Participants:Reach and engage target audiences through targeted marketing campaigns.

Develop compelling messaging that highlights the benefits of participation in our programs.

Create accessible and inclusive marketing materials.

• Build Strong Community Relationships:Foster positive relationships with key stakeholders, including participants, donors, volunteers, and community partners.

Engage in community outreach activities to build awareness and support.

• Promote the Value of Arts:Communicate the social, emotional, and educational benefits of arts participation.

Showcase the positive impact of our programs on participants and the wider community.

Marketing Channels:

• Digital Marketing: Social media, website, email marketing, online advertising.
• Public Relations: Press releases, media outreach, community events.
• Community Engagement: Workshops, demonstrations, volunteer opportunities.
• Partnerships: Collaborations with local schools, community centers, Funding organisations and other arts organisations.
• Print and Traditional Media: Local newspapers, flyers, posters.

Success Metrics:

• Increase in website traffic and social media engagement.
• Growth in program enrollment and participant numbers.
• Positive media coverage and public relations.
• Improved brand recognition and public perception.
• Increased donations and fundraising revenue.