TillyExtraStep (NGO)
Building safeguarding systems that protect children — and last.
TillyExtraStep strengthens safeguarding and child protection within schools, faith-based organisations, and community spaces — by supporting institutions to adopt practical policies, train safeguarding leads, and embed a culture where children are safe, heard, and protected.
Purpose
Mission and vision
We work with institutions to translate safeguarding principles into clear structures, measurable routines, and accountable leadership.
Our mission
To strengthen safeguarding and child protection systems across schools, faith-based organisations, and communities — through training, practical policy adoption, and institutional capacity building.
Our vision
A future where safeguarding is non-negotiable, educators are equipped as first-line child protectors, mental health is prioritised, and African institutions lead in child protection best practices.
Our values
- Child-centred practice and dignity
- Accountability and ethical response
- Practical systems that institutions can sustain
- Training that builds confidence and consistency
Pillars
What we strengthen inside institutions
Safeguarding works when roles, reporting, and leadership standards are clear — and consistently applied.
Leadership & governance
Clear responsibility, oversight, and safeguarding leadership at institutional level.
Policy adoption
Policies that are practical, understood, and implemented — not just written.
Reporting pathways
Trusted processes for raising concerns, responding to disclosures, and escalating safely.
Training & capability
Educators and caregivers trained to recognise risk, respond, and protect.
Impact
Measurable outcomes, lasting change
Our aim is to drive concrete improvements in safeguarding culture, skills, and systems — with adoption that lasts.
Practical safeguarding training that equips frontline professionals to respond, report, and protect.
Institutional policy adoption
Support institutions to adopt and implement clear, accountable child protection policies.
Policy influence
Contribute to policy conversations and standards around child safety, mental health, and education.
Sustainable safeguarding systems
Build safeguarding systems that are local, practical, and durable — across Africa and the diaspora.
Wellbeing-first leadership
Raise a generation of professionals who place children’s wellbeing first — consistently and ethically.
Areas of collaboration
Partners we work with
- Schools and universities
- Faith-based organisations
- NGOs and community groups
- Policy and education stakeholders
- Mental health and child protection initiatives
“Safeguarding children is not an option — it is a responsibility.”
Available for training, consultancy, partnerships, and advocacy work.
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