Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement

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Unmasked Neurodiversity Network CIC

Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
Responsible: Directors, Toni Denton and Sarah McKimm

Our Commitment

At Unmasked Neurodiversity Network CIC, supporting people who may experience vulnerability, inequality or barriers to accessing services is central to everything we do.

We are committed to protecting human rights, promoting dignity and ensuring that modern slavery, human trafficking, exploitation and coercion have no place within our organisation, workforce, partnerships or services.

Our commitment goes beyond legal compliance. It reflects our values as a neurodivergent-led, trauma-informed community organisation.

Recognising Modern Slavery

Modern slavery can take many forms, including forced labour, domestic servitude, human trafficking, sexual exploitation, criminal exploitation and other situations involving coercion or control.

We recognise that exploitation can affect anyone and that individuals may face additional barriers to recognising, disclosing or escaping abuse.

We do not assume that neurodivergence or disability automatically makes someone vulnerable. Instead, we consider each person's circumstances, communication needs, support networks and experiences.

How We Work to Prevent Exploitation

Unmasked is committed to:

• Promoting safe, ethical recruitment and volunteering practices.
• Maintaining appropriate safeguarding procedures and professional boundaries.
• Providing safeguarding information and training relevant to each person's role.
• Encouraging staff, counsellors and volunteers to recognise and report concerns about exploitation.
• Responding sensitively and appropriately to disclosures.
• Working with safeguarding services and other agencies where necessary.
• Considering ethical working practices when engaging contractors, suppliers and partner organisations.
• Providing accessible ways for people to raise concerns.

Safeguarding and Reporting Concerns

Modern slavery and exploitation concerns are addressed through Unmasked's Safeguarding Adults Policy and associated procedures.

Anyone working on behalf of Unmasked who identifies a concern must report it promptly to an appropriate Safeguarding Lead.

Our designated Safeguarding Leads are:

Toni Denton and Sarah McKimm

Email: info@unmaskednn.org

Where there is immediate danger, emergency services should be contacted on 999 without waiting for internal approval.

Concerns will be considered sensitively, with appropriate regard to confidentiality, consent, individual safety and relevant safeguarding responsibilities.

We expect those working with Unmasked, including counsellors, volunteers, contractors and partner organisations, to respect human rights and maintain appropriate professional and ethical standards.

We aim to identify and respond to concerns about exploitative practices within our activities and working relationships.

The directors are responsible for reviewing this statement and ensuring it remains consistent with Unmasked's safeguarding procedures and organisational practices.

We will review our approach when relevant legislation, guidance, services or identified risks change.

Reviewed by: Toni Denton and Sarah McKimm
Review date: 9 October 2026
Next review: October 2027

Unmasked Neurodiversity Network CIC
Suite 6, Prospect Park, Limewood Approach, Seacroft, Leeds, LS14 1NG
Email: info@unmaskednn.org
Website: www.unmaskednn.co.uk