Safeguarding Policy

1. Our Commitment

Rishi Coaches is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults who use our services. We believe every individual has the right to be protected from harm, abuse, and neglect.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all services delivered by Rishi Coaches, including 1:1 sessions, group programs, workshops, school partnerships, and digital interactions.

3. Code of Conduct

All interactions are conducted with professionalism, respect, and appropriate boundaries. Sessions are held in safe, appropriate environments (in-person) or via secure video platforms (online). Physical contact is not part of our services. Communications are conducted through professional channels only.

4. Confidentiality and Its Limits

Session content is confidential. However, confidentiality will be breached if: there is a risk of serious harm to the young person or others, there is disclosure of abuse or neglect, or we are required by law to disclose information. In such cases, we will inform the appropriate authorities and, where possible, inform the young person beforehand.

5. Recognizing Signs of Harm

We are trained to recognize signs of: physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, cyberbullying, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. If we identify any of these signs, we follow our reporting procedure.

6. Reporting Procedure

If a safeguarding concern arises: the concern is documented immediately, the appropriate authorities are contacted (local child protection services or police), and parents/guardians are informed unless doing so would put the young person at further risk. A written record is maintained securely.

7. Emergency Contacts and Helplines

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact emergency services (police or ambulance).

• iCall Mental Health Helpline: +91 9152987821 (Mon–Sat, 10 AM–8 PM)
• Vandrevala Foundation Helpline: +91 9999666555 (24/7)
• Sneha Foundation Suicide Prevention: +91 44 24640050 (24/7)
• Childline India: 1098 (24/7)

8. Review

This policy is reviewed annually or whenever there are changes in legislation or practice. Last reviewed: June 2026.

9. Contact

For safeguarding concerns: hello@rishicoaches.com