Introduction:
Diyarouna Association is committed to promoting integrity, transparency, and accountability in all its activities, and ensuring a safe environment for its members and beneficiaries of its services. This comprehensive policy aims to establish a clear framework to combat corruption in all its forms, and manage security to ensure the safety of individuals and resources, especially in conflict areas
First: Anti-Corruption Policy
- 1. Definition of Corruption
o Corruption is the misuse of power or resources for personal gain, including:
- Bribery and favoritism.
- Manipulation of funds and donations.
- Exploitation of position for personal gain.
- Forgery and financial fraud.
- 2. Basic principles of anti-corruption
o Integrity: Association members’ commitment to transparency and honesty in all transactions.
o Accountability: All activities are subject to clear oversight and accounting mechanisms.
o Disclosure and transparency: Announcing sources of funding and their use clearly.
o Zero tolerance for corruption: Taking strict measures against any corrupt practices.
- 3. Anti-corruption mechanisms
o Financial and administrative auditing:
- Periodic review of accounts and financial activities.
- Documenting all transactions to ensure transparency.
- Assigning an external accountant to supervise the financial report
o Reporting corruption and protecting whistleblowers:
- Providing confidential and secure channels to report corruption.
- Protecting whistleblowers from any retaliation or discrimination.
- Encouraging a culture of early reporting of any violations.
o Training and awareness:
- Organizing training courses on work ethics and anti-corruption.
- Promoting a culture of transparency and responsibility among members and employees.
o Penalties and disciplinary procedures:
- Immediately investigating any allegations of corruption.
- Applying appropriate penalties in accordance with the association’s regulations.
- Referring serious cases to the competent legal authorities..
Second: Security Management Policy
- Security Management Objectives
o Ensure a safe environment for the association’s members and beneficiaries of its services.
o Protect property and resources from any potential risks.
o Provide an effective response to crises and emergencies.
- Potential security risks in conflict areas
o Internal risks:
- Theft or damage to property.
- Misuse of resources.
- Leakage of sensitive information.
- A security incident in the region or political fluctuations
o External risks:
- Sabotage or attacks on facilities.
- Electronic threats and data breaches.
- Natural disasters such as fires and floods.
- Armed conflicts and civil unrest.
- Threats to the association due to a specific work or activity
- Preventive measures and security management
o Risk analysis and assessment:
– Conduct a periodic assessment of risks and classify them according to their severity and likelihood of occurrence.
- Develop precautionary plans to reduce security and operational risks.
o Develop emergency and response plans:
- Develop an emergency response plan to mitigate the effects of risks when they occur.
- Train employees and members on emergency scenarios and safe evacuation.
o Enhance digital and information security:
- Protect sensitive data from breaches and leaks.
- Restrict access to important information and ensure it is stored securely.
o Emergency and crisis management:
- Develop an emergency plan to deal with security incidents and disasters.
- Train employees on evacuation and safety procedures.
- Coordinate with security agencies when needed.
o Security training and awareness:
- Organize awareness sessions on security and safety procedures.
- Raise awareness of the importance of reporting any suspicious activities.
- Motivate members to adopt safe and responsible behaviors.
Third: Risk management in conflict areas
- Identify potential risks
o Security risks:
- Physical threats to employees and beneficiaries.
- Kidnapping or detention of individuals.
o Operational risks:
- Disruption of activities and programs due to security incidents.
- Difficulty in reaching beneficiaries.