The city's Deliveroo drivers are to receive training from NSPCC Scotland on how to spot signs of child abuse.
The partnership idea was developed earlier this year when a rider contacted the charity after becoming worried for a child's welfare. As a result, action was taken to ensure the child's safety.
It comes after a report last week revealed how lockdown has increased the risk of child abuse across the UK.
During the crisis, NSPCC say people who work within their community can play a pivotal role in keeping children safe and sportting signs of child abuse, neglect and domestic violence.
In May, the NSPCC surveyed over 2,000 adults in Britain and found that over a quarter (26%) were not confident they would know where to seek help if they thought a child or young person was being abused or neglected.
To combat the issue the NSPCC have temporarily made their ‘It’s Your Call’ course free during the pandemic, as well as expanded and promoted the Helpline in response to the situation, which has now received more than 10,000 welfare contacts.
After receiving their training, Deliveroo Riders will be able to play their part in helping to keep children safe from abuse.
The riders will also promote the NSPCC Helpline number with a sticker on their delivery bags, so that any adult concerned about a child can call this number to speak to a trained professional for advice and support.
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Abdelziz Abdou, Deliveroo rider, said: “I am really proud to ride for Deliveroo and have the opportunity to train with the NSPCC and play my part to spot any signs of danger. I will also be displaying the NSPCC Helpline number while out riding and hope that this will encourage people to call up and speak to a trained professional.
"This is a really important partnership and I am pleased to show my support for the NSPCC and all their hard work to keep children safe.”
Over the coming weeks and months, Deliveroo will be encouraging riders across the UK to complete the training and order stickers to support and raise awareness amongst their communities.
The NSPCC Helpline is available for advice and support on 0808 800 5000 or via help@nspcc.org.uk
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