Policies & Guidelines

At AFRISTEMI, we are deeply committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and safe environment for our entire community, including visitors and, most importantly, the young people we serve. This page provides an overview of the core principles that guide our interactions and operations. We believe that transparency and clear expectations are essential for building a thriving and impactful space for STEM education and empowerment.

Our Commitment to Respect and a Harassment-Free Community:
We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone who engages with AFRISTEMI experiences an environment free from harassment and treated with utmost respect. This commitment extends to all interactions, regardless of background, identity, or personal characteristics. We actively promote empathy, kindness, and open-mindedness in all our communications and activities, valuing the diverse perspectives that each individual brings. We have clear standards of conduct, and any behavior that undermines a respectful and inclusive atmosphere is unacceptable.

Championing Diversity and Inclusion:
We firmly believe that a rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints strengthens our community and fuels innovation. AFRISTEMI actively embraces diversity in all its forms and strives to create a truly inclusive environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and has equitable opportunities to participate and contribute. We are committed to challenging bias and ensuring that all voices are heard and valued.

Our Paramount Commitment to Child Welfare:
The safety and well-being of children are at the heart of everything we do at AFRISTEMI. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for any form of child abuse, exploitation, or neglect. We are proactive in implementing robust safeguarding measures, including safe recruitment practices, comprehensive training for our team, and thorough risk assessments for all our programs. Creating a safe and nurturing environment for the young people we work with is our utmost priority.

Accountability and Reporting:
We believe in taking responsibility for our actions and encourage open communication. We have established clear procedures for reporting any concerns related to conduct or child safeguarding. We take all reports seriously and are committed to addressing them promptly and fairly.

Learn More:
This page provides a summary of our core values and commitments. For detailed information, we encourage you to review our full:
[Link to Code of Conduct Document]
[Link to Child Safeguarding Policy Document]

By familiarizing yourself with these documents, you play a vital role in helping us maintain a respectful, inclusive, and safe environment for the entire AFRISTEMI community.

Thank you for your commitment to these principles.