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Poppins Implements Child Safeguarding Policy

In an important step towards enhancing child safety, Poppins Co., Ltd., based in Shibuya, Tokyo, has recently launched its new "Child Safeguarding Policy." This initiative, developed under the critical supervision of the international NGO Save the Children Japan, aims to provide a secure and nurturing environment for children. The policy highlights the importance of risk management and the creation of a safe space for children, ensuring that adequate measures are in place to prevent any form of abuse.

Background

In recent years, there has been a growing societal recognition of children's rights, with the enforcement of laws like the "Child Sexual Violence Prevention Act" set for December 2026. Consequently, the demand for creating safe environments for children has taken precedence. Poppins has, since its inception, committed to supporting working women with top-tier educational and caregiving services. The company's mission has always revolved around respecting children's rights while strictly adhering to legal and social obligations.

To align with contemporary societal changes and reaffirm its commitment to high safety standards, Poppins has crafted its safeguarding policy. Save the Children Japan provided vital oversight to ensure the policy meets international standards, marking a significant move towards child protection in the company's operations.

Overview of Poppins Group’s Child Safeguarding Policy

The concept of "Child Safeguarding" is comprehensive, aiming to prevent actions or behaviors that compromise children's rights and ensuring safe activities and operations. It encompasses responses to any suspicions that arise and mechanisms for preventing recurrence. The policy is structured around two primary pillars:

1. Organizational Safety Management: This involves establishing clear risk management systems to prevent all forms of abuse and inappropriate behavior before they occur.

2. Awareness and Enforcement for All Involved: The policy will be communicated to everyone interacting with children at Poppins, including staff, contractors, interns, and volunteers, emphasizing the need for comprehensive understanding and adherence to these guidelines.

For detailed information on Poppins Group’s Child Safeguarding Policy, visit Poppins Child Safeguarding. The Poppins Group has also established a code of conduct for its employees and staff to reinforce these principles.

Comments from Save the Children Japan

In light of the increasing importance of safeguarding practices, the initiative taken by Poppins to craft this policy independently is noteworthy. Our organization has supervised this policy from an international perspective, looking to uphold children's rights. This new policy marks a crucial first step toward effectively implementing safeguarding measures. We hope that through practical application, the commitment to protecting children's rights and safety will consistently advance.

Poppins COO Masaru Tamura’s Statement

The creation of the "Child Safeguarding Policy" reflects our responsibility toward each child's life, going beyond mere compliance with laws and regulations. With guidance from Save the Children Japan, we reaffirm our organizational resolve to ensure that children are nurtured in a safe and secure environment moving forward.

About Save the Children Japan

Save the Children is a leading international NGO dedicated to ensuring that every child has the right to survive, grow, be protected, and participate in society. Founded in 1919 in the UK, it operates in approximately 100 countries, while Save the Children Japan has been active since 1986, advocating for children’s rights both domestically and internationally.

Poppins Group Overview

Since its establishment in 1987, Poppins Group's mission remains to support working women with the highest standards of education and care services. The company has adapted to the diverse needs of working women through its nanny services, babysitting, nursery care, and bespoke VIP care services.

Poppins Group’s Commitment to SDGs

As the first company in Japan to go public under the SDGs-IPO framework in 2020, Poppins is committed to social contribution through its facilities. The company focuses on SDGs goals related to quality education, gender equality, and economic growth. It strives to implement these principles through daily operations and collaborates with Harvard University to further develop academic approaches to children’s rights.

Company Information:

• - Company Name: Poppins Co., Ltd.
• - Address: 5-6-6 Hiroo, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
• - Established: 1987
• - CEO: Maiko Todoroki
• - Website: Poppins Group
• - Subsidiaries: Poppins Educare, Poppins Family Care, Poppins Professional, Poppins Sitters.