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CWE-FSH-05 Compassion, Welfare & Environment Family & Social Harmony CORE Excellence v2.9.7

Confidential reporting mechanism for domestic abuse and family safety concerns

Evaluates the provision of a secure, confidential, and survivor-led reporting system for domestic abuse and family safety. The mechanism prioritizes safety over reconciliation, strictly prohibiting mediation in abuse cases. It ensures confidentiality (sitr) is preserved except where necessary to prevent serious harm or comply with law (e.g., protecting children). Procedures align with Charity Commission safeguarding, Domestic Abuse Act 2021, Working Together (2023), and Care Act duties. By fulfilling the *Amānah* (trust) and *Adl* (justice), the organization builds a safe sanctuary, supports vulnerable individuals, and ensures robust governance through independent oversight.

Compliance 1
  • Data Protection: APD under DPA 2018, Art 10 basis, Controller/Processor definitions.
    Compliance Essential
Basic 1
  • Survivor Communication: Standard 'First Contact Script' covering confidentiality limits and consent.
    Communication Essential
Good 7
  • Secure Channel & Intake: Single controlled route (MFA, no general inboxes), encryption, audit logs.
    Technology/Security Essential
  • Prohibition on Mediation: No mediation/counseling/arbitration in abuse cases without specialist clearance.
    Policy Critical
  • Mandatory Triage & Child Impact: Intake prompts for children, pregnancy, weapons. Immediate MASH referral if needed.
    Process Critical
  • Governance & Oversight: Independent Safeguarding Oversight Panel + Named Trustee for SIR.
    Governance Essential
  • Training & Competence: Role-based matrix (All/Leads/Imams) + annual refresher/assessment.
    Training Essential
  • Response Standards: 24-48h ack, 5-day safety plan, immediate danger protocol.
    Service Level Essential
  • Referral Pathways: Vetted directory (6-monthly review), DBS referral duty documented.
    Partnership Essential
Better 3
  • Mandatory monthly clinical/peer supervision for responders.
    Staff Support High
  • Digital safety tools (quick exit, device guidance).
    Accessibility High
  • Survivor advisory group for trend review.
    Stakeholder Engagement High
Best 1
  • Quarterly board reporting and annual external audit.
    Governance High

Related Criteria

CWE-FSH-01 Structured pre-marital courses offered regularly CWE-FSH-02 Post-marital/family counselling service available CWE-FSH-03 Community mediation service for disputes CWE-FSH-04 Parenting support or classes offered CWE-FSH-06 Marriage Partner Finding Service Available
Version
2.9.7 2025-11-05

Discussion (1)

Administrator 2026-03-07 11:08:05.818175

📋 **Version updated: 1.0.0 → 2.9.7** **Changes:** Updated islamic_references from mizan-297.json

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