Antiterrorism
Version 1.0 | This Policy was approved on 30 May 2022.
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Version 1.0 | This Policy was approved on 30 May 2022.
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This document, hereinafter the Policy, sets out the position maintained by TIOF in matters of Antiterrorism that you will need to be aware of while being a TIOF Member. You should familiarize yourself with it and comply with it at all times. Any questions you may have with regard to its contents or what you have to do to comply with it should be referred to your corresponding Team Human Resources Manager.
Any Member who breaches this Policy will face disciplinary action, which could result in dismissal for gross misconduct. Any non-employee who breaches this Policy may have their contract (or equivalent official relationship with TIOF) terminated with immediate effect.
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Review and Amendments This policy shall be reviewed regularly to ensure its continued relevance and effectiveness. Amendments may be made to adapt to new legal requirements, changing circumstances or to better serve the organization's Mission.
Terrorism: The unlawful use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, to achieve political or ideological objectives.
Terrorist Activity: Any act that is intended to intimidate or coerce a civilian population or to influence the policy of a government.
The IO Foundation unequivocally condemns terrorism and will not knowingly support any individual, organization or entity involved in terrorist activities.
The organization equally recognizes its responsibility to ensure that the steps undertaken for the advancement and achievement of its advocacy do not inadvertently contribute to the financing or facilitation of terrorism.
The provisions described in this policy must comply at all times with The IO Foundation's Finance Policy.
The IO Foundation will actively observe this policy in all of its processes, with particular attention to funding sources. Among others, the organization will undertake:
Risk Assessments: Regularly conducting assessments to identify potential risks related to terrorism and take appropriate actions to mitigate those risks.
Due Diligence: Implement thorough vetting processes for funding sources, partners, contractors and beneficiaries to ensure they do not have ties to terrorist organizations or activities.
Training and Awareness: Provide training for employees on recognizing and reporting suspicious activities related to terrorism.
Reporting Obligations: Establish clear organizational procedures for reporting any suspected terrorist activities or associations to the appropriate authorities.
Monitoring and Compliance: Regularly monitor operations and partnerships to ensure compliance with this policy and applicable regulations.
The IO Foundation will carefully analyze, be mindful of and comply with:
Specific funder's considerations, requirements or otherwise limitations
All relevant antiterrorism laws and regulations specific to the jurisdictions in which it operates
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The policies set out in this document apply to all unless otherwise indicated. They therefore apply to Members of the Boards (, , ), , and ; this is irrespective of their . They equally apply to all and will be used as part of the selection criteria when engaging with them.
This Policy applies within all , including (although not limited to) management activities, contributions or events; it and also applies when an individual is officially representing the organization in public spaces. Examples of representing the organization include (although not limited to) using an official e-mail address, posting via any official channel or acting as an appointed representative at an event.