Language and Images

Pod Volunteer images and language should:

• Have the appropriate permission, understanding and participation of the subject
• Accurately depict the project and volunteer role
• Be genuine and trustworthy
• Reflect the reality of people, animals and environments we work with
• Aim to improve the public understanding of the communities where we work
• Reflect the positive benefit that our volunteers are bringing and the achievements of our projects
• Not stereotype, sensationalise or discriminate against people, places and situations
• Not be condescending
• Maintain the dignity of the subject and respect the equality of all people
• Conform to the highest standards in relation to human rights and child & vulnerable adult protection