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This code was last updated in December 2022. We will regularly review our code of conduct. We will publish any changes to this notice on our website and where appropriate we will also notify you of the changes by other communication methods.

KITFT Code of Conduct and incident reporting guidance

KITFT provides platforms and programs that incorporate different people and cultures from around the world. Whilst in Kenya you are an ambassador for both KITFT and for your home country and your actions should reflect and uphold the values of KITFT.

All members of the KITFT community – KITFT staff, partners and contacts – have the right and responsibility to live and work beside each other in conditions which permit open dialogue within a framework of respect.

Personal data means any information which relates to you and which can be used to directly or indirectly identify you as an individual.

All KITFT Scholars and Fellows are expected to adhere to the KITFT Code of Conduct whether in person, online or on digital media, under the KITFT terms and conditions.

The KITFT Code of Conduct supplements but does not replace codes in place at venues, airports, public and private service providers and related amenities during your interaction with KITFT.

What we expect from you

You must abide by the Kenya laws, and it is your responsibility to know what is acceptable.

We expect all KITFT community members to be treated, and to treat each other, with dignity and respect regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

All incidents of sexual misconduct, harassment, bullying, or hate crime are regarded as extremely serious.

Sexual misconduct in any form is unacceptable and is taken very seriously. Sexual misconduct includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual abuse and any conduct of a sexual nature that is without consent, including conduct online or through social media.

We ask that all community members read the social media and messaging policy in full. This sets out our expectations for conduct in these spaces programs. The KITFT Management moderates official channels listed in the policy. If you take it upon yourself to administer an unofficial online group containing members of the KITFT community, you also assume responsibility for ensuring that the spirit of the KITFT programme is upheld in those spaces.

What you can expect from us

All incidents of misconduct will be taken extremely seriously and could result in an individual being removed from the programme and/or forwarded for legal action with the responsible agencies.

Victims of crime should report this to the Kenya police. The KITFT Management may report to the Kenya police or emergency services any allegation that a criminal offence has been committed or where there is a risk of harm.

Where there has been an instance of misconduct between KITFT community members, this should be reported to KITFT immediately.

Where an instance of misconduct involves a member of KITFT Management staff, this should be reported directly to the Management of KITFT. The KITFT Management is required to report misconduct involving a member of its staff to the relevant agencies.

Information relating to allegations will be treated sensitively and confidentially to protect the integrity of the process and the ensure safety to the victim.

What to do if you experience discrimination or harassment

Your experience	What you can do
I was the victim of a crime in Kenya.	Report to the Kenyan police. If you are in danger or need immediate medical attention call 999. To report a less urgent crime you can call 999 or report the crime to the KITFT Management for guidance.
I experienced harassment, bullying or discrimination at a KITFT event, online or in person from a staff member or KITFT community member.	Inform a KITFT staff member on site or in an online event immediately for action and guidance.
I experienced harassment, bullying or discrimination from a member of the public.	Report to the Kenyan police. If you are in danger or need immediate medical attention call 999. To report a less urgent crime you can call 999 or report the crime to the KITFT Management for guidance.

When you report an incident to KITFT, you can expect KITFT Management staff to:

take seriously any allegation against KITFT community members and staff;

treat all community members fairly and respectfully;

manage your personal information carefully and sensitively, and in accordance with Kenyan data protection legislation;

where an incident involves other parties outside the KITFT community, or where it is a crime, KITFT staff will support you to secure the information you need to report the incident to the Kenyan police, or to your diplomatic representation;

where an incident is serious, or involves staff, the Management is required to report this to the Kenyan authorities. Reporting on community members is anonymised.

The KITFT Management has no investigative powers. For example, staff cannot request personal information from individuals against whom allegations are made or investigate private correspondence outside of KITFT-managed groups.