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Can we trust the aid sector to keep people safe?

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28 July 2022
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Can we trust the aid sector to keep people safe?

Safeguarding Matters is a podcast series hosted by the Safeguarding Resource and Support Hub where they discuss matters relating to safeguarding and Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment in the aid sector. Conversations are conducted with thought leaders and practitioners who can offer insights that can help us all to better understand safeguarding and improve our practices.

On this episode, the Safeguarding Resource and Support Hub reflect on challenges the aid sector has faced in keeping people safe and what it will take to make real improvements and restore trust. Nastasya Gecim talks to Hannah Clare, Head of PSEA & Safeguarding at Norwegian Refugee Council, and Dr. Faith Mwangi-Powell, the CEO of Girls not Brides. They make a powerful case for learning, partnerships and accountability.

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