Child Safety: Realising the 1% each day
Sometime in the late 1800s, economist Vilfredo Pareto made a simple yet profound discovery in his garden—most of his peas came from just a few pods. This observation led to the Pareto Principle, more commonly known as the 80/20 rule, which suggests that a small portion of efforts often leads to the majority of results. Applied broadly, this principle reveals that a focused, consistent effort on the right areas can drive the greatest impact.
At Journey 4 Good, we apply this philosophy to child safety. While policies, laws, and codes of conduct provide the framework, true safety is built through the everyday actions of individuals—small but powerful steps that accumulate to create a culture of protection, awareness, and proactive care. We believe that by focusing on the critical 20% of actions, we can generate 80% of the impact, ensuring the wellbeing of every child entrusted to our care.
Applying the 80/20 Rule to Child Safety On Journeys
When taking school groups to India, we recognise that the greatest risks often stem from a small number of key factors. By identifying and addressing these proactively, we create safer experiences where students can explore, learn, and engage with confidence. Our child safety approach is built on the principle of ‘realising the 1% each day’—ensuring that our programs consistently reinforce best practices and equip all participants with the tools to protect and support school students.
Here’s how we integrate the 80/20 rule into our child safety outlook:
Accessibility of Child Safety Guidelines – We ensure that our Child Safe Code of Conduct is more than just a document; it is an active part of every trip. Our team discusses it regularly, making it a visible and reinforced priority.
Ongoing Training & Awareness – All our team members and partners undergo continuous child safety training, revisiting key indicators of risk, discussing real-world scenarios, and keeping best practices top of mind.
Creating a Culture of Positive Conduct – While policies define what behaviour is unacceptable, we also focus on actively cultivating an environment that fosters trust, inclusion, and open communication between leaders and students.
At Journey 4 Good, we believe that every small, intentional effort contributes to a safer and more enriching travel experience. By embedding child safety into our daily practices, we ensure that students and teachers feel supported throughout their journey.
Journey With Purpose
When we take school groups to India, we do more than explore a new destination—we create meaningful learning experiences rooted in responsibility, connection, and impact. Our commitment to child safety ensures that students can fully engage with India’s rich cultural diversity, history, and communities while being supported every step of the way.
Join us in making journeys a force for good. Let’s ensure that every journey is a safe, empowering, and transformative experience for your school students. Contact us today to learn more about our school group programs and how we prioritise child safety in every adventure.