(UniNetra – Human, Animal & Environmental Welfare Organization)
1. Introduction
At UniNetra, integrity, honesty, and transparency are the foundation of all our activities. We are committed to using every donation, grant, and resource responsibly for the benefit of people, animals, and the environment. Corruption, fraud, misuse of funds, or any unethical behavior directly undermines our mission.
This policy ensures that all trustees, volunteers, staff, partners, and donors can trust UniNetra’s work and that we maintain accountability at the highest standards globally.
2. Purpose of the Policy
The objectives of this policy are:
- To prevent and detect fraud, corruption, or misuse of resources.
- To create safe reporting mechanisms for whistleblowers.
- To ensure that every rupee or dollar entrusted to UniNetra is used only for humanitarian, animal welfare, educational, or environmental purposes.
- To maintain compliance with global NGO standards of transparency, donor trust, and accountability.
3. Scope
This policy applies to:
- All trustees, management, staff, and volunteers of UniNetra.
- All donors, partners, contractors, and vendors associated with UniNetra.
- All projects, whether in humanitarian aid, animal care, environment, or skills development.
4. Definition of Fraud & Corruption
- Fraud: Any intentional act of deception to secure unfair or unlawful financial gain (e.g., misreporting donations, fake invoices, theft of funds).
- Corruption: Abuse of power or influence for personal benefit (e.g., bribery, favoritism in projects or hiring).
- Whistleblowing: The act of reporting concerns about fraud, corruption, or misconduct in good faith.
5. Preventive Measures
UniNetra takes the following preventive actions:
- Dual authorization for financial transactions.
- Regular audits (internal and external).
- Strict procurement policies for fair vendor selection.
- Training for volunteers & staff on ethical behavior and reporting mechanisms.
- Public reporting of financials on our website to strengthen donor trust.
6. Reporting & Whistleblowing Mechanism
Any person associated with UniNetra can report fraud, corruption, or misuse of resources safely and confidentially.
How to Report:
- By email: [email protected]
- By submitting an online report form (available on our website).
- Through direct communication with the UniNetra HR or Compliance Team.
Protection for Whistleblowers:
- Reports will be kept strictly confidential.
- Whistleblowers will be protected from retaliation, harassment, or discrimination.
- Anonymous reports will also be accepted and investigated.
7. Investigation & Disciplinary Action
- All complaints will be independently reviewed by the Compliance Team.
- If fraud/corruption is confirmed:
- Immediate disciplinary action will be taken (suspension or removal).
- Where required, cases will be reported to law enforcement authorities.
- Recovery of misused funds will be ensured.
8. Donor & Stakeholder Transparency
- Donors will be informed if any fraud-related incident directly affects their contributions.
- Annual financial reports and audits will be publicly available.
- Stakeholders can request detailed explanations of financial use at any time.
9. Commitment to Integrity
By adopting this policy, UniNetra reaffirms its zero-tolerance approach toward fraud and corruption. Every donation is a trust, and protecting that trust is our moral, legal, and ethical duty.
📧 For concerns, please contact:
UniNetra Compliance Team
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.uninetra.org