All populations with whom the organisation works must have access to a system to report safeguarding/sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH) concerns.
The most effective community-based reporting systems are developed with community members. They recognise the barriers to reporting that a survivor may experience based on their gender, disability, race, age and other intersecting identities. The most effective community-based reporting mechanisms provide a range of options for raising concerns or reporting harm. Many organisations integrate mechanisms for reporting safeguarding/SEAH concerns into wider feedback and complaint mechanisms.
As with speak up and whistle blowing systems for staff, CBRMs must be survivor-centred and prioritise the survivor’s rights, needs and wishes.