Application Form Privacy NoticeConsent *I hereby consent to the Department of Social Affairs and Aruba’s Parenting Committee collecting and processing my personal information for the purpose of reviewing and assessing this application. I acknowledge and understand that all personal data will be treated as confidential, securely stored, and processed in accordance with applicable government privacy, data protection, and information security regulations.General InformationPlease share your organization's registration information:Name of the Organization *Legal Registration Number *Street Address *Apartment, suite, etcCityState/ProvinceZIP / Postal Code *General InformationPlease identify a main point of contact for the application process:Name and title of main point of contact *Email of main point of contact *Confirm Email Address *General InformationPlease confirm which sector your organization operates in:To which of these eligible sectors does your organisation belong? *Please selectPrivateGovernmentNGO or Civil Society OrganizationsPlease select the sector your organisation operates in:Please selectAccommodations (hotels & resorts)Administrative and support servicesConstructionEducationFinanceFood & beverages services (restaurants, bars, etc.)HealthJustice or safety servicesManufacturing (plants, factories, assembly)Professional, scientific and technical activitiesReal EstateSocial workTourism (tour operators, attractions, travel services)Transport or logisticsWholesale & retailSize of the organisation *Micro enterprises-1 to 10 employeesSmall enterprises -10 to 49 employeesMedium - 50 to 249 employeesLarge enterprises - 250 or more employeesEvidence SubmissionIn the next section, you will be asked to upload evidence demonstrating that your organisation meets the AFFW certification criteria. Acceptable forms of evidence include policy documents, contracts, photographs, official communications, attendance records, and other relevant materials.Consent *I certify that I have reviewed the Applicant Handbook and that all relevant managers within my organisation have read and discussed the AFFW Manager’s Onboarding. Evidence Submission: Leadership and Culture of CarePreparing leaders to champion family-friendly practices in your organization.How has your organisation communicated care and family-friendly policies and practices to employees in the last twelve months? Select all that apply: *Announcements or updates on the organisation websiteNewsletters and / or memosScheduled in-person or online meetingsPrint communication materials (posters, flyers, etc.)Written policy (handbooks, contracts, etc.)Performance reviewsPlease submit a single PDF document containing any communication materials that share family-friendly policies and practises within your organization.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileEvidence Submission: Work-Life FlexibilityEvaluating your organization’s capacity to support employees in balancing work and family life through flexible, responsive, and family-centred workplace practices.Does your organisation offer flexible work arrangements to support your employees’ family-related needs? Select all that apply: *Paid time off for emergencies (medical, house-related, etc.)Paid time off for medical appointmentsPaid time off for family or school eventsPaid time off / leave for mental health needsOptional remote workFlexible work schedule (flextime) - e.g. to accommodate the school schedule.Predictable schedules and shift-swap optionsPermanent accommodations for caregivers supporting children with disabilitiesIs there a clear mechanism for staff to request flexible work arrangements? *Yes, there is a formal mechanismYes, through personal communicationsNo, we consider requests on a case-by-case basisPlease submit a single PDF document that clearly outlines your organisation's flexible work policies or practices, including the mechanisms employees use to request these arrangements.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileEvidence Submission: Family Learning & WellbeingPromoting caregivers’ wellbeing through parenting and mental health management workshops or programmes in your organization.WorkshopTitle and brief description of the workshop or training. *Date *Date of the workshop or training.Name and credentials of the person or organisation that provided the training. *How many employees participated? *Submit a single PDF document that provides evidence of at least one employee training session focused on parenting, mental health, or general wellbeing topics.Your submission should include details such as a description of the training, photos, attendance list, and information about the provider that conducted the training.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileEvidence Submission: Parental LeaveProviding protected, non-discriminatory maternity leave and strengthening paternity leave in your organization.How many weeks of paid maternity leave does your organisation offer? *12 weeks, in-line with legal requirementsMore than 12 weeksDoes your organisation offer at least 5 days of paid paternity leave? *Yes, 5 days in-line with the AFFW requirementsYes, more than 5 daysYes, 2 days in-line with current legal requirementsConsent *Our organisation acknowledges that the AFFW Certification paternity leave standard is 5 days and is committed to meeting this requirement within the next two years.In the last 12 months, has your organization actively communicated or promoted the benefits and availability of your parental leave policy with employees? *YesNoDoes your organisation offer any additional parental leave schemes? Select all that apply: *Unpaid parental leaveExtended parental leaveFlexibility in the dates of the parental leave (e.g. deferring or splitting)Parental leave for foster parents or adoptionCompassionate or bereavement-related leaveSick leave to care for dependentsPlease submit a single PDF document containing written policy that show clear compliance regarding the Parental Leave practices, communication and policies.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileEvidence Submission: Breastfeeding Policy FrameworkEnsuring dedicated time, space, and support for breastfeeding in your organization.How does your organisation support breastfeeding employees? Select all that apply: *Ensuring they know it is their legal right to take up to 25% of their work shift for lactation breaksProviding a private and suitable space for breastfeedingPlease explain the reasons why a dedicated breastfeeding space is not currently available. *Are there additional workplace provisions for expressing and storing breastmilk? Select all that apply: *Nursing chairRefrigeratorSinkBreastpumpOtherHow does your organisation communicate that it is a breastfeeding friendly space to both employees and customers? Select all that apply: *Posters, flyers or other print communication materialsSignage in the premisesBreastfeeding space open to the publicWe do not communicate it yetOtherSubmit a single PDF document that provides evidence of your organisation’s breastfeeding policy and the established communication practices regarding breastfeeding support at workplace, along with any flexible work arrangements specifically provided to breastfeeding employees.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileEvidence Submission: Childcare SolutionsSupporting caregivers in your organization by providing information about available childcare resources.Consent *The AFFW List of Childcare Providers has been shared with our employees and is freely accessible for reference at any time.Does your organisation provide any other childcare solutions? Select all that apply:Guidance or mentorship in completing applications, securing childcare placements, etc.Subsidized childcare (includes covering or offsetting applications or administrative fees)On-site childcare services.Childcare allowance for parents of school-aged children.Extended parental leave or flexibility policies (e.g. for sick children, medical appointments, school holidays, etc.)OtherPlease submit a single PDF document (this can be a written policy or communicated material) that clearly outlines how your organization shares the listing of childcare providers and supports its employees in accessing childcare solutions.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileEvidence Submission: Workplace & Community PulseBuilding workplace community through family events and ensuring effective parent-friendly practices via regular reviews, performance tracking, and continuous policy improvement.Does your organisation have any other Family-Friendly Workplace policies and/or practices? If so, please describe them briefly.If applicable, provide evidence of your organisation’s additional Family-Friendly Workplace policies and/or practices.Choose FileNo file chosenDelete uploaded fileSubmitSave as Draft
