Reporting Misconduct

ICM is committed to ensuring that all people who come into contact with the organisation are treated with dignity and respect. ICM has zero tolerance for any form of misconduct or abuse related to any aspect of its work and takes any allegation seriously.  

What is Misconduct 

Misconduct is conduct or behaviour that goes against ICM’s Code of Conduct and related policies when committed by anyone working within ICM’s scope of work. This includes misconduct within ICM member associations who are carrying out programmatic work funded by or through ICM or other persons or entities with a contractual relationship with ICM. Misconduct includes bullying and harassment, fraud, bribery, abuse and exploitation including sexual abuse and exploitation, money laundering, diversion of funds, and conflict of interest. 

Who can report misconduct 

Reports can be made by anyone who is concerned about misconduct including programme participants, suppliers, partners and members of the public, and by ICM staff (employees, contractors, consultants, and volunteers). 

 

Reporting 

Reports of possible misconduct can be submitted in the following ways: 

  • Via email to the relevant ICM Project Coordinator or Head of Programmes and Partnerships  
  • Via email to [email protected]   
  • By post to International Confederation of Midwives, Koninginnegracht 60, 2514 AE, The Hague  

Submissions should be marked as Confidential.   

The written statement should include:  

  • What alleged misconduct is being reported? Describe what happened, including as many details as possible.  
  • Who committed the alleged misconduct? Was anyone else was involved? Provide full names, titles and organisation, if possible.  
  • When and where did the incident(s) happen? Indicate date(s) and time(s), if available.  
  • How did the individual commit the alleged misconduct?  
  • Why do you believe the activity is misconduct?  
  • If you have any supporting evidence (evidence to be provided later) and names of any other potential witnesses  

For further information please refer to the relevant Policy:

ICM Policy

Misconduct Policy and Procedure

This policy outlines procedures for reporting and addressing misconduct, including bullying, harassment, fraud, and bribery. Reports can be made by anyone and will be handled confidentially and investigated thoroughly.
ICM Policy

Whistleblowing Policy

This policy ensures that concerns regarding malpractice or wrongdoing on behalf of ICM and affiliated individuals and organisations, will be taken seriously and investigated.
ICM Policy

Safeguarding Policy and Procedure 

This policy ensures protection from harm, focusing on preventing abuse and exploitation. It applies to all ICM staff, contractors, and grantee partners.
ICM Policy

Anti-Fraud, Bribery and Corruption Policy 

ICM is committed to the prevention of fraud, corruption, bribery and any other forms of dishonesty and will promote an anti-fraud, corruption and bribery culture. We take a zero-tolerance approach to fraud, bribery and corruption.