At World of Water, we believe in more than just financial reserves; we embrace a tapestry of reserves that enrich our mission.

Our Library carefully curates its reserves to ensure knowledge endures and we cultivate reserves in the digital realm with robust system technology.

Our Conservation of Land reserves helps to safeguard our planet’s diversity.

Our commitment extends beyond the tangible, delving into the preservation of Cultural Reserves and the creative brilliance of Design Reserves in graphic, illustration, and surface design industries.

“These varied Reserves weave a narrative of resilience, ensuring that our charity stands ready to not only weather financial storms but also to preserve and propel our impactful work forward, safeguarding the essence of what makes our mission truly extraordinary.” (Jill Kirby 1986)

Financial Reserves Policy

At WOW (World of Water), we recognize the importance of maintaining financial reserves to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of our charity. Reserves are funds that are freely available to spend on any of the charity’s purposes, providing a buffer against uneven and unpredictable income or spending, and enabling our social impact for years to come.

Our Commitments

Reserves Level: We will maintain reserves at a level that is at least equivalent to three years of future needs based on past years, covering opportunities, contingencies, or risks.

Transparency: We will disclose any changes in our reserves policy in our annual report, explaining the reasons for level changes of reserves and how they are managed.

Review and Improvement: We will regularly review and update our reserves policy to ensure it remains effective and reflects our charity’s needs and circumstances.

Our Approach

Setting Reserves Level: We will assess our charity’s past financial performance and future needs to determine the appropriate level of reserves, taking into account any potential opportunities, contingencies, or risks.

Reserves Management: We will manage our reserves carefully, ensuring that they are invested and used prudently to maintain the required level of reserves.

Trustee Oversight: Our trustees will have oversight of our reserves policy, regularly reviewing our reserves level and the effectiveness of our reserves management.

Communication: We will communicate our reserves policy and updates to all staff, volunteers, and relevant stakeholders, promoting an understanding of the importance of reserves in ensuring our charity’s long-term financial sustainability.

Written with guidance from the Charity Commission and the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO)

In the vast ocean of our shared world, we embrace a culture that naturally encompasses everyone—people and other species alike.

Our commitment to anti-harassment, equality, and anti-bullying is not just a policy; it’s a reflection of our belief that this planet, our watery home, is a space for unity and understanding.

We celebrate those who, like the currents of the sea, navigate life with enthusiasm and a self-driven spirit. To the self-starters who are naturally motivated, we extend our support and encouragement. Your passion creates ripples of positive change that touch not only your own journey but also those around you.

Recognizing that the seeds of bullying are often sown in the playgrounds of youth, we’ve taken a proactive step by introducing Eric Pie Flinger, an avatar champion for young individuals facing adversity. Eric stands tall, symbolizing our commitment to creating a safe environment where every person, especially the young and vulnerable, can thrive without fear of harassment or bullying.

Our mission extends beyond the policies on paper; it’s a living, breathing testament to our dedication to rid the planet of both big and little bullies. Together, let’s make our shared home a sanctuary where compassion and understanding flow as freely as the waters that connect us all.

Our three-part policy covering Equal Opportunities, Anti-Harassment, and Anti-Bullying:

Part 1: Equal Opportunities Policy

Purpose
WOW (World of Water).is committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries. We believe in creating an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone is treated with respect and fairness.

Policy
We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic.
All staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries will be given the same set of opportunities and treated equally.

Implementation
We will provide training to all staff and volunteers on equal opportunities and diversity.
We will regularly review our policies and practices to ensure they are in line with our commitment to equal opportunities.

Part 2: Anti-Harassment Policy

Purpose
WOW (World of Water), is dedicated to providing a work environment that is free from harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring that all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries are treated with dignity and respect.

Policy
We will not tolerate any form of harassment, including but not limited to, sexual harassment, bullying, or discrimination.
All staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries have the right to work in an environment free from harassment.

Implementation
We will provide training to all staff and volunteers on what constitutes harassment and how to report it.
We will take all reports of harassment seriously and investigate them promptly and impartially.

Part 3: Anti-Bullying Policy

Purpose
WOW [World of Water] is dedicated to providing a work environment that is free from bullying. We are committed to ensuring that all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries are treated with kindness and respect.

Policy
We will not tolerate any form of bullying, including but not limited to, verbal, physical, or psychological bullying.
All staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries have the right to work in an environment free from bullying.

Implementation
We will provide training to all staff and volunteers on what constitutes bullying and how to report it.
We will take all reports of bullying seriously and investigate them promptly and impartially.

Written with guidance from the UK Equality and Human Rights Commission