CODE OF CONDUCT

Teaching is a unique experience but it also brings with it huge responsibilities. For those turning teachers, here are some guidelines...

Code 1 RESPECT
It’s important to treat all children with respect and pay heed to their ideas & opinions. Also, respect their privacy. Personal information shared by them should be kept confidential. Volunteers should not take photographs of children.

Code 2 PROFESSIONALISM
Volunteers need to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Expletives and profanities should not be used. Physical disciplining of the child is to be avoided. Volunteers should be aware of their function as role models and present a positive image. Arriving for a class on time is a must. The names — TOI or UN Volunteers (UNV)— should not be used by volunteers for any purpose.

Code 3 NO DISCRIMINATION
Volunteers should not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, caste, language, religion, wealth and ability. They should not use prejudiced language or behave in an improper manner with children during the campaign. They should be impartial.

Code 4 AVOID CONTACT
Volunteers should refrain from any inappropriate physical contact with the children taking part in the campaign. It is not advisable to be in contact with the children beyond teaching hours and after the campaign period. No single volunteer should be alone with a child during the period he has volunteered to teach, except with the permission of the host NGO.

Code 5 REPORT
Volunteers should report any incident of child abuse that they happen to come across during the campaign. They should also report any inappropriate behaviour while dealing with children. They should report to the TOI regional co-ordinator, UNV programme officer or the TOI HQ team. Breach of any other code should also be reported.