No one wants to see their charity in the press for the wrong reasons. When wrongdoing happens, it undermines confidence in a charity impacting staff, donors and beneficiaries.
At Protect we speak to thousands of whistleblowers every year and have advised more than 50,000 on our free, confidential legal advice line over the past 30 years. Almost a quarter of our calls come from people working in charities. We hear from staff and trustees about financial mismanagement, fraud, poor governance, bullying and safeguarding risks. Whistleblowers are the cheapest and best form of risk assessment – it is staff who will most likely be the first to know when something is going wrong. They provide a vital early warning system – giving you the opportunity to address potential harm early.
In early February 2025 we’ll be holding the event: “The Top Ten Things Charities Get Wrong in Whistleblowing“, in partnership with the legal firm Bates Wells. Shining a spotlight on the common pitfalls that charities encounter when managing whistleblowing cases, this Breakfast Briefing will provide expert guidance on how to navigate risk and also provide a great networking opportunity.
More information on speakers, the event agenda, and registration details will be released very soon. We look forward to welcoming you in February for a thought-provoking discussion that will help you get whistleblowing right in your charity.