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Policies

How we put our responsibilities into practice.

Find the policies that guide our work, with review dates and downloadable documents where available.

Current version 2.0Finance and fundraising

Anti-Fraud, Bribery and Corruption Policy

Al-Waris Foundation has zero tolerance for fraud, bribery, corruption, theft, deliberate financial dishonesty or intentional misuse of charitable resources.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Accountability and conduct

Complaints Policy and Procedure

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to providing a high-quality, fair, transparent and accessible service.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Information and communications

Confidentiality Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to protecting confidential information entrusted to it.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Governance and trustees

Conflict of Interest Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to maintaining high standards of integrity, transparency and accountability in its decision-making.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Information and communications

Data Protection and UK GDPR Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to protecting personal data and respecting the privacy rights of individuals whose information it processes.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0People and safeguarding

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to promoting equality, respecting diversity and providing an inclusive environment in its charitable activities.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Finance and fundraising

Expenses Policy

Al-Waris Foundation recognises that trustees, volunteers and other authorised persons may incur reasonable expenses while carrying out legitimate charity activities.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Finance and fundraising

Fundraising Policy

Al-Waris Foundation depends on public generosity to further its charitable purposes.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Accountability and conduct

Gifts and Hospitality Policy

Al-Waris Foundation recognises that modest gifts and hospitality may sometimes arise naturally during charitable, professional, community or overseas activities.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Operations and risk

Grant Making Policy

Al-Waris Foundation may further its charitable purposes by making grants to:

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0People and safeguarding

Health and Safety Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to taking reasonable and proportionate steps to protect the health, safety and welfare of people affected by its activities.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Information and communications

Information Security and Cybersecurity Policy

Al-Waris Foundation depends on digital systems to support its charitable activities, administration, fundraising, communications, financial management and project delivery.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Operations and risk

Overseas Operations and Partner Due Diligence Policy

Al-Waris Foundation may carry out charitable work outside the United Kingdom directly or through contractors, community organisations, charities, NGOs, local representatives and other delivery partners.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Operations and risk

Procurement and Purchasing Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to obtaining appropriate value from charitable funds while ensuring that purchasing decisions are:

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Operations and risk

Risk Management Policy

Al-Waris Foundation recognises that effective risk management is an essential part of good charity governance.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0People and safeguarding

Safeguarding Adults at Risk Policy and Procedure

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to safeguarding adults at risk who come into contact with the charity through its activities, services, projects, events, communications, partnerships or other work.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0People and safeguarding

Safeguarding Children Policy and Procedure

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every child who comes into contact with the charity through its activities, services, projects, events, communications, partnerships or other work.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0People and safeguarding

Safer Recruitment Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to recruiting trustees, staff, volunteers, contractors and other representatives safely, fairly and proportionately.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Finance and fundraising

Sanctions and Terrorist Financing Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to ensuring that its funds, assets, projects, grants and other resources are not knowingly made available to prohibited persons or organisations or used for terrorist purposes.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Accountability and conduct

Serious Incident Reporting Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to identifying, managing, recording and reporting serious incidents appropriately.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Governance and trustees

Trustee Code of Conduct

This Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected from every trustee of Al-Waris Foundation.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Governance and trustees

Trustee Terms of Reference

These Terms of Reference define the role, responsibilities, authority and working arrangements of the Board of Trustees of Al-Waris Foundation.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0People and safeguarding

Volunteer Policy

Al-Waris Foundation values volunteers and recognises the important contribution they can make to the charity's work.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

Current version 2.0Accountability and conduct

Whistleblowing Policy

Al-Waris Foundation is committed to operating lawfully, ethically, transparently and in accordance with its charitable purposes.

Review due 24 Aug 2027

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