NGO & impact template

Safeguarding concern report

Document the details, impact and next action for a safeguarding concern or incident.

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What this template asks

1

Your name or reporting identifier

Provides a structured answer that is straightforward to compare and segment. It is optional so respondents can continue when it does not apply.

2

Date of the issue or observation

Required

Standardises timing for filtering and follow-up. It is required in this starting template, but you can change that in the builder.

3

How serious is the issue involving a safeguarding concern or incident?

Required

Provides a structured answer that is straightforward to compare and segment. It is required in this starting template, but you can change that in the builder.

LowModerateHighCriticalNot sure
4

Which follow-up actions may be needed?

Required

Allows more than one applicable factor without forcing a false single choice. It is required in this starting template, but you can change that in the builder.

No actionContact reporterInvestigateProvide supportEscalate urgently
5

Describe what happened and include relevant details.

Required

Captures context, examples, and ideas that fixed options may miss. It is required in this starting template, but you can change that in the builder.

Sample-size considerations

Plan representation across programme sites and participant groups. Account for non-response and access barriers, and document whether the sample supports comparison or only description.

Best practices

Use locally understandable languageTrain enumerators on consentSeparate service delivery from sensitive feedback

Common mistakes

Interviewing only easy-to-reach participantsCollecting unnecessary sensitive identifiersConfusing programme reach with programme impact

Frequently asked questions

Can I edit the safeguarding concern report template?

Yes. Every question, answer option, required setting, section, theme, and eligible logic rule can be changed in Surveyor before you publish.

Can I preview the questionnaire before signing up?

Yes. The respondent preview is available without an account. An account is required only when you want to create and save an editable survey in a protected workspace.

Last reviewed 2 August 2026

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