Safeguarding, Vulnerability & Hate Incidents
Identity Does Not Remove Safeguarding Needs
LGBTQIA+ people can experience harassment, isolation, coercion or targeted abuse. Respond to the actual indicators of risk and vulnerability.
Young people+
Do not press a young person to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity to family, friends or other staff. Follow safeguarding procedures and pass concerns to the appropriate safeguarding lead.
Vulnerable adults+
Consider whether somebody is frightened, isolated, intoxicated, being controlled, threatened or unable to keep themselves safe. Identity alone does not make someone vulnerable; circumstances may.
Hate incidents+
If somebody reports targeted hostility because of perceived sexual orientation or gender identity, listen, preserve relevant details and follow the venue’s incident and escalation process.
Immediate danger+
Where there is violence, a credible threat or immediate risk, prioritise safety and summon the appropriate operational or emergency support.
Knowledge check
A young person tells you something sensitive about their identity while reporting a safeguarding concern. What should guide your response?
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