Protecting trust in UK charities with the UK’s leading whistleblowing experts.
Charities exist to serve others, but to do that effectively they must be trusted. When staff or volunteers feel unable to speak up about wrongdoing, safeguarding failures, or misuse of funds, the consequences can be severe: reputational damage, regulatory scrutiny, loss of donor confidence, and most importantly harm to those you support.
Protect helps charities build safe, effective whistleblowing frameworks that protect beneficiaries, strengthen governance, and demonstrate your commitment to transparency.
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Why charities work with us.
Protect gives charities the independent expertise and tools to strengthen governance, safeguard beneficiaries, and maintain the public confidence essential for survival and growth.
Protecting beneficiaries and public funds.
From safeguarding failures to the misuse of charitable assets, we help you establish systems that identify and address issues early. Our expertise ensures whistleblowing channels act as a safeguard for the people you support and the resources entrusted to your charity.
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Building public trust.
In a sector where reputation is everything, donors and stakeholders expect visible integrity. We help you embed a culture where speaking up is safe, showing the public your commitment to transparency and ethical conduct. The result is stronger, long-term confidence in your mission.
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Strengthening governance and accountability.
Charities face unique governance challenges, from trustee oversight to volunteer engagement. We provide tools and guidance to close gaps, ensure serious issues are escalated to the right level, and promote fair and effective investigations. This builds accountability across every part of your organisation.
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Empowering staff and volunteers.
Your staff and volunteers are often the first to spot risks. We help you create an environment where they feel safe to voice concerns without fear of reprisal, turning potential problems into opportunities to learn, adapt, and strengthen your charity’s resilience.
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The fact that this is an exercise carried out by Protect, a respected, independent organisation, also gives the results some weight.
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Why is whistleblowing critical for charities?
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