At Lahore American School we believe that every child has the right to develop themselves physically, emotionally and intellectually while being protected from any form of violence, abuse or neglect. Child abuse and neglect are concerns throughout the world and are violations of a child’s human rights. These are also obstacles to their education and wellbeing as well as their physical, emotional and spiritual development. LAS endorses the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and seeks to be a safe place for students who may be experiences the above mentioned in any aspect of their life.

All staff employed by Lahore American School are responsible for the care, safety, and protection of children. This responsibility extends to the identification and timely response to concerns regarding the possible sexual, physical, psychological and emotional abuse or neglect of a child.

CHILD PROTECTION TEAM

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect our staff and volunteers to share this commitment

Ms Amna Liaqat (deputy CPO)

Mr. Shehzad Butt

Ms Shamaila Safdar

Ms Amena Haider

Mr. Tariq Abbas

Ms Zehra Hassan

Ms Raafia Lodhi

Ms Shazeen Bokhari

Ms Hira Iqbal

Ensure that we practice safe recruitment in checking the suitability of all staff and volunteers to work with children and young people in accordance with LAS Safe Student Guidelines.

Ensure that we carry out all necessary checks on the suitability of all people who are employed at LAS in accordance with regulations and guidance

Strongly encourage the identification and reporting of child abuse or neglect and the provision of support and assistance to children who have been abused or neglected.

May require the immediate dismissal of any employee who is not in compliance with the LAS Safe Student Guidelines(in the Faculty Handbook).

Require all employees to sign the LAS Disclosure and Consent Form.

CHILD SAFE GUARDING