safeguard
noun
something that serves as a protection or defense or that ensures safety.
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
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“CalSTRS’ first priority is, and always has been, safeguarding the financial futures of our members and their families, and to make decisions solely in the interest of our members and their beneficiaries.”
From The Guardian ● Sep. 2, 2015