Richmond American University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all members of the community, including students, colleagues, volunteers and visitors. Abuse of any kind against anyone will not be tolerated.
What is Safeguarding?
'Safeguarding' means preventing and protecting children and Adults at Risk from abuse or neglect and educating those around them to recognise the signs and dangers.
A 'Child' in this context is an individual under the age of 18 years.
An 'Adult at Risk' describes anyone over 18 years of age who is experiencing or is at risk of abuse or neglect and has needs for care and support (whether or not the authority is meeting any of those needs) and as a result of those needs is unable to protect themself against the abuse or neglect or the risk of it.
You can find out more about Richmond American University approach to safeguarding and supporting information here.
Urgent help
For immediate crisis support, please contact the Samaritans on 116 123 or call 111 for an urgent medical assessment. If you prefer not to talk on the phone, please text SHOUT to 85258. If you cannot keep yourself safe, please call 999 or go to A&E.
Report a safeguarding concern
To report a safeguarding concern, click the button below.
This is a reporting tool which provides a central location for the Richmond American University community to make safeguarding reports. The information submitted is received by our team of Designated Safeguarding Leads, read within 1 working day, with appropriate action being taken within 48 hours. If you have questions regarding a report, you may also email us at safeguarding@richmond.ac.uk.
