Safeguarding Support
Is it an emergency?
Is someone in immediate danger? Does it feel like the situation could get heated or violent very soon? Do you need support right away? If so, please call 999 now.
If you have a safeguarding concern
If you are have a safeguarding concern relating to Youth First please contact: Aminata Swaray, Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) on safeguarding@youthfirst.org.uk or on 07580 777851. You can also contact the deputy DSL, Muhammad Rahmani via safeguarding@youthfirst.org.uk.
Contactable hours are Tuesday to Friday, 9am - 6pm.
Making a referral to the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO)
Email a LADO Referral Form to LewishamLADO@Lewisham.gov.uk.
Named Lewisham LADO:
Eleanor Hargadon-Lowe, London Borough of Lewisham, 1st Floor Laurence House, 1 Catford Road, SE6 4RU.
There is also a Deputy LADO system, as such you may speak with and be supported by a member of the team. LADO Voicemail service: 020 8314 7280. Please note this is a manned voicemail, so please leave a clear message and the LADO or Deputy LADO will respond to you as soon as possible within 24 hours.
